(RightIsRight.co) – A convicted murderer was executed for the brutal killing of a reverend during a church robbery in 2011 in Texas, and his final last words were: ‘Let’s ride, Warden!
Despite claims of innocence, Steven Lawayne Nelson’s execution marks a victory for justice and public safety.
37-year-old Nelson was put to death by lethal injection in Huntsville, Texas, for the murder of Reverend Clint Dobson at NorthPointe Baptist Church in Arlington.
Nelson’s execution was the second in the United States for 2025 and the first of four scheduled in Texas over the next three months, demonstrating the state’s commitment to upholding the law and protecting its citizens.
In a display of defiance typical of hardened criminals, the convicted murderer initially refused to walk into the execution chamber, attempting a form of non-violent protest.
“Lets ride, Warden,” he said before his execution.
However, justice prevailed as he was ultimately brought to face the consequences of his heinous actions.
Before his execution, he made a last-ditch effort to portray himself as a victim, claiming he was merely a lookout and not directly responsible for Dobson’s death.
The case of Nelson serves as a stark reminder of the failures of liberal “rehabilitation” programs.
He committed this brutal murder just days after being released from a court-ordered anger management program, proving once again that soft-on-crime approaches often lead to tragic consequences for citizens.
Texas’s strong stance on crime is further exemplified by its policy on last meals for death row inmates.
Following an incident where an inmate ordered an extravagant meal and refused to eat it, Texas abolished the practice of special last meals in 2011.
While Nelson’s attorneys attempted to appeal his conviction, citing inadequate legal representation, the justice system rightfully upheld the original verdict.
This case demonstrates the importance of maintaining a robust criminal justice system that prioritizes the safety of law-abiding citizens over the comfort of convicted murderers.
The complex tale of Nelson’s execution reflects deep-seated controversies surrounding capital punishment in America, leaving citizens to ponder justice, rehabilitation, and forgiveness in the judicial process.
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