Summary
James Broadnax, a death row inmate in Texas, faces execution for murders committed during a 2008 robbery. Recently, his cousin, Demarius Cummings, confessed to being the actual shooter. Broadnax's legal team is seeking to halt his execution and secure a new trial.
Key Facts
- James Broadnax is set for execution on April 30 for two murders during a 2008 robbery.
- Demarius Cummings, his cousin, has confessed in a written statement to being the shooter.
- Broadnax's lawyers argue that Cummings' confession changes the case against Broadnax.
- Cummings admitted to planning the robbery and obtaining the gun used.
- At the time of his confession, Broadnax was said to be under the influence of drugs.
- Legal appeals have been filed, and Broadnax's lawyers are seeking clemency from the Texas Board.
- The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals and the Supreme Court are involved in reviewing the case.
- Texas has the highest number of executions in the U.S. since 1977.
