Texas Executes Ramiro Gonzales Despite Psychiatrist's Reversal

Gonzales' execution proceeded after 17 years, despite new claims he no longer posed a threat to society.

Gonzales was convicted for the 2001 kidnapping, rape, and murder of Bridget Townsend.
Psychiatrist Edward Gripon, who initially deemed Gonzales a future threat, later recanted his testimony.
Efforts to halt the execution included highlighting Gonzales' improved behavior and religious dedication.
The execution coincided with what would have been Townsend's 41st birthday.
This marks the second execution in Texas and the eighth in the U.S. this year.