Brian David Steckel
Brian David Steckel was executed by lethal injection in Delaware in November 2005, according to reports at the time. Those reports said the process took about 14 minutes and that he was still able to speak during it, asking why it was taking so long. Attorneys, including federal public defender Michael Wiseman, argued that he had not received adequate anesthesia before the drugs were given. State officials said the execution went as planned.
Cause of death, as reported: Executed by the state. Attorneys, including federal public defender Michael Wiseman, argued he had not received adequate anesthesia, which the execution was botched or prolonged objection covers.
Reported by: Delaware state officials; Michael Wiseman, federal public defender (family or their lawyers).