In Alabama prison guards accused of violence and misconduct carry out secretive executions. A guard accused of violence against a prisoner now oversees a team performing tasks that can impact how long it takes for someone to die or whether they feel pain.

In Alabama, Prison Guards Accused of Violence and Misconduct Carry Out Secretive Executions

As the state keeps details around the death penalty hidden, an investigation into its execution team raises questions about how incarcerated people are treated in their final moments.