Summary
Richard Djerf, convicted of murdering four family members in Arizona in 1993, will face execution on October 17. Despite his attorney's plea highlighting Djerf's remorse and mental health issues, he has chosen not to seek clemency. Djerf expressed regret for his crimes, which were committed as an act of revenge.
Key Facts
- Richard Djerf killed Albert Luna Sr., his wife Patricia, and their children Rochelle and Damien in 1993.
- Djerf's execution by lethal injection is scheduled for October 17, 2023, in Arizona.
- He stated he would not seek clemency and expressed remorse in a note.
- Djerf's lawyer cited his brain damage and autism as factors impacting his behavior.
- Arizona resumed executions in 2022 after an eight-year pause due to past execution issues.
- Advocacy groups are concerned about Arizona's history of execution problems.
- Djerf held a personal vendetta against the Luna family's other son, blaming him for theft.
- He admitted that his diagnoses explain but do not excuse his actions.
