Kenneth Meers, a beloved member of the community in Oklahoma City, was tragically killed in 1992 during a robbery at the convenience store he owned with his brother. Emmanuel Littlejohn, one of the robbers, has maintained that he was not the shooter, but was still convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to death. Littlejohn’s execution is set for Thursday unless Gov. Kevin Stitt approves clemency, which was recommended by the state’s parole board in a rare move.
Meers, the youngest of six children, was known for his kindness and generosity. He would buy groceries for those in need and hold a Christmas raffle for neighborhood kids every year. His family supports Littlejohn’s execution and believes it will bring them closure for the loss of Kenneth. Littlejohn, on the other hand, has expressed remorse and sought forgiveness from the Meers family, even though he denies being the shooter in Meers’ murder.
The case remains controversial due to conflicting witness testimony about who actually shot Meers. Littlejohn’s supporters argue that he was not the shooter, while the state’s evidence points to him as the perpetrator. Despite these discrepancies, Littlejohn’s execution remains imminent. The story of Kenneth Meers and the tragedy of his death at the age of 31 have left a lasting impact on his family and the community he served with love and compassion.
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