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Former Oklahoma death row inmate has a new trial set for a 1997 killing of motel owner
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
A new murder trial has been set for a former Oklahoma death row inmate who was on the brink of being executed multiple times during the three decades he spent in prison for the 1997 killing of his former boss.The Supreme Court overturned Richard Glossip's conviction in 2025, and a state judge rel...
Key takeaway The Supreme Court overturned Richard Glossip's conviction in 2025, and a state judge rel...
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The new trial for Richard Glossip, set to begin September 28, has implications for San Antonio residents who follow capital punishment cases. As a community that has grappled with its own share of high-profile crimes, San Antonio understands the complexities of seeking justice while ensuring fair trials. The Supreme Court's ruling that Glossip's constitutional right to a fair trial was violated due to false testimony raises questions about the reliability of witness statements in local cases. San Antonio's own experiences with wrongful convictions highlight the need for rigorous scrutiny of evidence and witness credibility. As Glossip's new trial approaches, San Antonio observers will be watching to see how the prosecution rebuilds its case without relying on the disputed testimony of Justin Sneed, and how the court ensures that Glossip receives a fair trial this time around.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A new murder trial has been set for a former Oklahoma death row inmate who was on the brink of being executed multiple times during the three decades he spent in prison for the 1997 killing of his former boss.The Supreme Court overturned Richard Glossip's conviction in 2025, and a state judge rel...
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