Texas man scheduled for execution for the 2008 death of a 13-month-old girl linked to an exorcism.
A Texas man is scheduled to face execution related to the 2008 death of his then-fiancée’s 13-month-old daughter, Amora, which was reportedly linked to an exorcism. Blaine Milam, 35, had just turned 18 at the time of the incident. He and his partner, Jesseca Carson, had contacted emergency services after discovering the toddler unresponsive. Upon arrival, law enforcement encountered what they described as one of the most gruesome crime scenes in their experience. Amora’s body exhibited severe trauma, including multiple fractures and numerous bite marks, along with indications of sexual assault and strangulation. An autopsy revealed a staggering array of injuries, leading the forensic pathologist to conclude that there were too many potentially fatal injuries to determine a single cause of death.
The couple alleged that they had left Amora alone for just an hour before finding her in critical condition. In an attempt to deflect blame, they provided various explanations, including claims that she had consumed insulation, been involved in a car accident, or even been bitten by dogs. Ultimately, their narrative evolved to suggest that they were attempting to perform an exorcism on the child, claiming she was possessed by a demon.
Throughout the investigation, Milam attempted to shift responsibility onto Carson, but this defense was unsuccessful. Carson was convicted of capital murder and is currently serving a life sentence without the possibility of parole. Milam, meanwhile, has faced multiple execution dates. His execution has been postponed twice as he has sought appeals regarding the evidence presented against him, particularly challenging the validity of the bite-mark evidence that played a pivotal role in the case. Additionally, his legal team has argued that Milam possesses an intellectual disability, thus rendering him constitutionally ineligible for capital punishment. However, the courts have repeatedly deemed him mentally fit for execution.
As of Thursday, Milam’s defense team submitted a request to the U.S. Supreme Court seeking to halt the execution, although it remains uncertain whether the justices will review the appeal. The case has garnered considerable attention, highlighting the complexities surrounding capital punishment in the Texas judicial system. As the date of execution approaches, discussions surrounding the legal and ethical implications of the death penalty continue to unfold.
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