Ralph Menzies’ execution called off by Utah Supreme Court days before he was set to die by firing squad

The justices ruled that another competency evaluation is needed to determine whether the death row inmate, who has dementia, can legally be executed.

(Bethany Baker | The Salt Lake Tribune) Ralph Menzies appears during his commutation hearing before the parole board as he petitions to stop his execution by firing squad, seen here at the Utah State Correctional Facility in Salt Lake City on Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025.

Ralph Menzies’ execution called off by Utah Supreme Court days before he was set to die by firing squad

The justices ruled that another competency evaluation is needed to determine whether the death row inmate, who has dementia, can legally be executed.

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