Missouri executed David Hosier on Tuesday for the 2009 murders of Angela and Rodney Gilpin after Governor Mike Parson denied clemency. The 69-year-old maintained his innocence till the end, but his pleas were not sufficient to halt the execution (CBS News, USA Today, Fox News).

Governor Parson cited Hosier's lack of remorse as a significant factor in denying clemency. In a statement, Parson said, "David Hosier committed unspeakable acts of violence against Angela and Rodney Gilpin, and he has shown no remorse for his actions" (CBS News, USA Today, Fox News).

In an impactful final act, a dose of pentobarbital was administered to Hosier, resulting in his death. Missouri uses this drug specifically for its lethal injections (USA Today). His attorney and spiritual advisor were present during the execution, as is customary in such situations (Fox News, USA Today).

Hosier had an extensive and complex background. He served in the U.S. Navy and later worked as an EMT and firefighter (CBS News, Fox News). However, he also had a prior criminal record, including a conviction for assaulting another woman before the Gilpin case (CBS News, USA Today).

Angela Gilpin had applied for a protective order against Hosier just two weeks before her murder, indicating the perilous and volatile nature of their relationship (CBS News, USA Today, Fox News). After the murders, Hosier was apprehended in Oklahoma following a pursuit and standoff with law enforcement (USA Today, Fox News).

Health issues formed a critical part of Hosier's clemency petition, which highlighted his heart failure and a stroke he suffered in 2007 (CBS News, USA Today). Despite this, the execution was carried out without any delays.

In his final moments, Hosier was critical of his defense team, believing their focus on the clemency petition was misplaced. He suggested they should have concentrated more on the lack of forensic evidence against him (CBS News). His last meal included steak, a baked potato, Texas toast, apple pie, milk, and orange juice (USA Today).

The case attracted attention from high-ranking officials, including U.S. Reps. Cori Bush and Emmanuel Cleaver, who advocated for clemency for Hosier (CBS News). Despite their calls, the state proceeded with the execution as planned.

Hosier's execution brings to the fore persistent debates about capital punishment in the United States. As Missouri moves forward, the broader conversation around the death penalty evolves, influenced by the specifics of individual cases such as David Hosier's.