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Oklahoma and Tennessee carry out executions on the same day

On August 13, 2026, Oklahoma executed Carlos Cuesta-Rodriguez, followed by Tennessee's execution of Darrell Hines one hour later. This day marks a significant occurrence, as it could see three executions in the US, the first such instance in 15 years if Alabama's execution proceeds.

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On August 13, 2026, Oklahoma executed Carlos Cuesta-Rodriguez, followed by Tennessee's execution of Darrell Hines one hour later. This day marks a significant occurrence, as it could see three executions in the US, the first such instance in 15 years if Alabama's execution proceeds.

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Oklahoma and Tennessee each execute one man in two of three US executions scheduled on same day

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Oklahoma and Tennessee carry out executions on the same day