Oklahoma Executes Richard Rojem for 1984 Murder of Ex-Stepdaughter

Rojem, 66, was put to death by lethal injection, marking the state's second execution this year.

Richard Rojem was convicted of raping and murdering his former stepdaughter, Layla Cummings.
He maintained his innocence until his execution, despite overwhelming evidence.
Rojem's final meal included pizza, ice cream, and ginger ale.
Layla's family expressed relief and a sense of justice following the execution.
This marks the 13th execution in Oklahoma since resuming capital punishment in 2021.