Tennessee must preserve evidence related to Christa Pike’s failed execution, judge rules

A Tennessee judge ruled Wednesday that the state must preserve all relevant evidence concerning the failed execution of Christa Pike. The death row inmate survived two lethal doses of pentobarbital last week and currently remains hospitalized in Nashville. This judicial order ensures that any materials related to the unsuccessful procedure are kept intact for further review, following the incident where the state's attempt to carry out the execution failed to result in the inmate's death.