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Dear Governor Kasich,

As we approach the holidays of Easter and Passover, we share grave concern about the case of William T. Montgomery. As you know, Mr. Montgomery has proclaimed innocence of the crimes for which he was convicted. We also share our concern for the families hurt by this tragedy. The Ogle and Tincher families have endured an incredible amount of pain. We continue to ask God for their healing.

There is substantial new information about this case that has never been heard in a court of law, which we find very troubling. This development also raises substantial doubt about how the prosecution says the crime took place. We are not experts on wrongful convictions or proper forensic science. All we have is our God-given conscience, which tells us this is wrong.

As people of faith and as protectors of life, we urge you to spare Mr. Montgomery. There is no moral argument in favor of taking a man’s life. To the contrary, we must speak up and stay on the side of life.

We are gravely concerned about the imminent execution of a man who proclaims innocence and has unheard evidence. Governor Kasich, we urge you to stop this execution.  

For more information visit: http://otse.org/case-documents-william-t-montgomery/