The Economic Times

Christa Pike's failed execution: Is Tennessee's execution system failing? Frank Strada resigns amid Christa Pikes harrowing execution disaster

Christa Pike's execution attempt on September 30 ended in failure, resulting in her being hospitalized after two doses. Correction Commissioner Frank Strada announced his resignation amid growing concerns about Tennessee's execution procedures. Governor Bill Lee has called for an independent review and paused future executions in the state. Pike, diagnosed with bipolar disorder and PTSD, had been on death row for nearly three decades.