George Rivas

29th February 2012 - Texas. EXECUTED

George Rivas Execution
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Age: 41.

Crime: He was the leader of a gang 'The Texas Seven' that escaped from prison and went on a robbery spree. On Christmas Eve 2000 Rivas and his gang shot to death a police officer and run over his body with their vehicle.

Method of execution: Lethal injection.

Last meal: Barbecue chicken, like the rest of the prison (Texas no longer offers a special last meal).

Last words: “First of all, for the Aubrey Hawkins family, I do apologise for everything that happened. Not because I'm here, but for closure in your hearts. I really do believe you deserve that. To my wife, Cheri. I am so grateful you’re in my life. I love you so dearly.Thank you to my sister and dear friend, Katherine Cox, my son and my family. Friends and family, I love you so dearly. To my friends, all the guys on the row, you have my courtesy and respect. Thank you to the people involved and the courtesy of the officers. I am grateful for everything in my life. To my wife, take care of yourself, I will be waiting for you. I love you, God bless. I am ready to go."

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