Christa Pike's Lawyers Challenge Hospital Shackles as Judge Seeks More Medical Evidence After Execution

Christa Pike has handcuffs removed in hospital after botched execution — but is not ‘escape risk,’ lawyer claims

Death row inmate Christa Pike had her handcuffs removed in hospital after surviving a botched Tennessee execution, though one foot remains shackled.

Christa Pike's Lawyers Challenge Hospital Shackles as Judge Seeks More Medical Evidence After Execution

Christa Pike's lawyers say Tennessee officials refused medical requests to remove her hospital restraints after her failed execution.

Pike's fate unclear after botched execution

The legal team for Tennessee death row inmate Christa Pike appeared in court Wednesday and successfully demanded easier access to their client, who remains hospitalized after her botched execution.

Christa Pike Remains Shackled to Hospital Bed Despite Severe Arm Injuries as Lawyer Says DOC Refused Medical Staff's Request to Remove Them

Christa Pike remains shackled to her hospital bed despite severe arm injuries.