GOVERNOR TAFT STATEMENT ON JOHN SPIRKO REHEARING

COLUMBUS (September 8, 2005) ? Governor Taft today issued the following statement regarding the Ohio Parole Board rehearing John Spirko clemency case.

?Based on the Ohio Parole Board?s request, I have issued a warrant of reprieve for inmate John Spirko, delaying his execution date to November 15, 2005.

?I support the Parole Board?s decision to accept the proposal from both the Attorney General and counsel for inmate Spirko to rehear Mr. Spirko?s case and reconsider its recommendation.?

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Governor's Warrant of Reprieve