RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- A federal judge has cleared the way for Virginia to execute a convicted serial killer on Thursday night, saying an unwarranted delay would be harmful for those victimized. U.S. District Court Judge Henry E. Hudson on Thursday lifted an order blocking Alfredo Prieto's execution, which is scheduled for 9 p.m. His lawyers vowed to appeal. Attorneys for Prieto, 49, wanted his execution delayed as they seek more information about the drugs,...
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