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Former Oklahoma death row inmate has a new trial set for a 1997 killing of motel owner
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 23, 2026
· 2 min read
A new murder trial has been set for a former Oklahoma death row inmate who was on the brink of being executed multiple times during the three decades he spent in prison for the 1997 killing of his former boss.The Supreme Court overturned Richard Glossip's conviction in 2025, and a state judge rel...
Key takeaway The Supreme Court overturned Richard Glossip's conviction in 2025, and a state judge released the man on bond last month.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The new trial for Richard Glossip, set to begin September 28, raises questions about the reliability of witness testimony in capital cases, an issue that resonates in the San Antonio area where wrongful convictions have been a concern. In Bexar County, there have been instances where questionable witness identifications or coerced confessions have led to overturned convictions. The Glossip case, in which the sole witness linking him to the crime had his credibility called into question, serves as a reminder to local law enforcement and prosecutors to carefully vet their witnesses and evidence. As the trial approaches, Alamo Heights residents may be watching to see how the Oklahoma court handles the retrial, particularly given the high-profile nature of the case and the involvement of prominent figures like Kim Kardashian. The outcome could have implications for how capital cases are prosecuted in Texas and beyond.
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Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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