Five weeks later, though, what happened in the same room during Mikal Mahdi’s firing squad death remains disputed, largely because South Carolina’s execution protocols are shrouded in secrecy.

Between 2021 and 2023, 100% of all executions in the U.S. were done by lethal injection. In the last year and a half, 16% have involved other methods.

A new law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis allows more methods of execution for people convicted of capital crimes.

Idaho’s transition from lethal injection to firing squad as lead execution method will approach $1 million price tag. All executions likely on hold until 2026.

The cost of Idaho's firing squad room. Posted: June 2, 2025 | Last updated: June 2, 2025. The construction is going to cost around $1,000,000. More for You ...

Idaho is set to transition to firing squad executions, ... Security Institution, starting May 23, for a construction project lasting six to nine months to retrofit the execution room.

Madhi’s death was the second by firing squad in just over a month in South Carolina. Brad Sigmon was put to death on March 7, marking the first firing squad-style execution in the U.S. in 15 ...

South Carolina Cop killer dies after ‘botched’ firing squad execution; witness in the room reveals how it happened Mikal Mahdi, 42, was executed for the violent killing of off-duty Orangeburg ...