Marcellus Williams

We're Keeping Our Eyes on the Prize

We're Keeping Our Eyes on the Prize

No matter the politics of the moment, we doubled down on fairness, accuracy, reliability, and accountability in the administration of the criminal legal system. Today is no different.

02.11.25 by Christina Swarns

A Poet, an Imam, a Life Cut Short: Remembering Marcellus Williams on His Birthday

A Poet, an Imam, a Life Cut Short: Remembering Marcellus Williams on His Birthday

On Dec. 30, we honor the life and legacy of Marcellus "Khaliifah" Williams, a man whose poetry and compassion touched hundreds of thousands of lives.

12.23.24 by Innocence Staff

The Injustice of Death Row: The Profound Tragedy of Marcellus Williams and the Fight to Save Robert Roberson

The Injustice of Death Row: The Profound Tragedy of Marcellus Williams and the Fight to Save Robert Roberson

From the wrongful execution of Marcellus Williams to the looming threat over Robert Roberson, systemic biases and failures are sending innocent people to death row.

10.09.24 by Alyxaundria Sanford

Statement Regarding the Execution of Khaliifah Ibn Rayford Daniel, Also Known as Marcellus Williams, From Larry Komp

Statement Regarding the Execution of Khaliifah Ibn Rayford Daniel, Also Known as Marcellus Williams, From Larry Komp

09.25.24 by Innocence Staff

Innocence Project Statement on the Execution of Marcellus Williams

Innocence Project Statement on the Execution of Marcellus Williams

A Black man convicted of killing a white woman, Mr. Williams maintained his innocence until the very end.

09.24.24 by Innocence Staff

Attorney Statement: Despite Widespread Concern About Innocence, Racial Bias, and Other Errors, Missouri Governor Denies Clemency to Marcellus Williams before Sept. 24 Execution

Attorney Statement: Despite Widespread Concern About Innocence, Racial Bias, and Other Errors, Missouri Governor Denies Clemency to Marcellus Williams before Sept. 24 Execution

09.23.24 by Innocence Staff

For the Third Time, Marcellus Williams Faces Execution: The Grim Reality Unfolding

For the Third Time, Marcellus Williams Faces Execution: The Grim Reality Unfolding

It’s up to Gov. Mike Parson to grant clemency and commute Mr. Williams’ sentence to life without parole.

Urgent 09.20.24 by Jess Natale (so.informed) and Innocence Staff

69 Muslim, Christian, and Jewish Faith Leaders Ask Gov. Parson to Grant Marcellus Williams Clemency

69 Muslim, Christian, and Jewish Faith Leaders Ask Gov. Parson to Grant Marcellus Williams Clemency

Mr. Williams faces execution in Missouri on Sep. 24, despite evidence of innocence, prosecutor’s confession of racial bias at trial, and victim opposition.

09.19.24 by Innocence Staff

Attorney Statement: Court Denies Prosecutor's Motion to Vacate Marcellus Williams' Conviction and Death Sentence

Attorney Statement: Court Denies Prosecutor's Motion to Vacate Marcellus Williams' Conviction and Death Sentence

Marcellus Williams is scheduled to be executed on Sept. 24, despite the state’s concession that evidence was improperly destroyed.

Breaking 09.12.24 by Innocence Staff

Breaking Attorney Statement: Agreement Reached to Ensure Marcellus Williams Is Not Executed

Breaking Attorney Statement: Agreement Reached to Ensure Marcellus Williams Is Not Executed

Today, Marcellus Williams, an innocent man scheduled to be executed in Missouri on September 24, agreed to enter an Alford plea in exchange for a sentence of life without parole.

Urgent 08.21.24 by Innocence Staff

Missouri Supreme Court Rejects AG’s Attempt to Prevent Innocence Hearing For Marcellus Williams

Missouri Supreme Court Rejects AG’s Attempt to Prevent Innocence Hearing For Marcellus Williams

The St. Louis County Circuit Court will now be able to review the evidence that proves Marcellus Williams is an innocent man on death row.

Urgent 07.26.24 by Innocence Project Staff

Missouri AG Asks Missouri Supreme Court to Block Hearing on DNA Evidence Proving Marcellus Williams' Innocence

Missouri AG Asks Missouri Supreme Court to Block Hearing on DNA Evidence Proving Marcellus Williams' Innocence

Below is a statement, in response, from Tricia Rojo Bushnell, one of Marcellus Williams’s attorneys.

07.18.24 by Innocence Project Staff