Person: Mike Farrell

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Execution sparks outrage among campaigners

THE execution of Stanley Tookie Williams yesterday outraged many in Europe and the US who regard the practice as barbaric.

Wed, 14 Dec, 2005

Gang leader executed after appeals fail

Convicted killer Stanley "Tookie" Williams, the Crips gang co-founder whose case stirred a debate about capital punishment and the possibility of redemption, was executed this morning.

Tue, 13 Dec, 2005

Schwarzenegger refuses to spare life of gang founder

Gov Arnold Schwarzenegger refused to block the execution of Stanley Tookie Williams, rejecting the notion that the founder of the murderous Crips gang had atoned for his crimes and found redemption on death row.

Tue, 13 Dec, 2005

Stars and fans say goodbye to movie idol Peck

SUPERSTARS Michael Jackson, Harrison Ford and Lauren Bacall were among 3,000 friends, family and fans who bade an emotional farewell to Hollywood legend Gregory Peck.

Wed, 18 Jun, 2003