Summary
Texas' top criminal court stopped the execution of Robert Roberson, who was set to be executed for murder linked to shaken baby syndrome. Roberson's lawyers and some experts argue the child died from illness, not abuse, citing unreliable evidence and new findings. Critics and supporters continue to debate the validity of the shaken baby syndrome diagnosis.
Key Facts
- Robert Roberson's execution was paused by Texas' top criminal court.
- This is the third time his execution has been stayed since 2016.
- Roberson was convicted for his daughter's death, allegedly caused by shaken baby syndrome.
- Lawyers argue new evidence shows his daughter's death resulted from illness, not abuse.
- Ten independent pathologists claimed the autopsy report was unreliable.
- Some experts and family members maintain the child died from abuse.
- Shaken baby syndrome's reliability has been questioned in recent years.
- Roberson's case has attracted supporters from various political backgrounds.
