Support the release of George Skatzes from death row
Support the release of George Skatzes from death row
The Issue
At 80 years old, George Skatzes faces the harrowing experience of being wrongfully convicted, having spent over 43 years behind bars, far removed, sent to Death Row from the life he knew as a free man until the age of 36.
George's tragic story is painfully personal—not only for him but for his family, but for the victim's family, and those who believe in his innocence. His case is also interwoven with the 1983 Lucasville Prison Riot, further complicating the narrative of justice in this instance. The families unwavering in their belief in his innocence, continues to support him through letters, phone calls, and prison visits, holding onto the hope that justice will finally prevail.
Over the years, extensive evidence has surfaced pointing to potential miscarriages of justice and prosecutorial misconduct that contributed to George's wrongful conviction. This includes perjured and paid jailhouse informant testimony, immunity promises, witness inconsistencies, misinterpretations of forensic evidence, and inadequate legal representation during his trial.
Ohio's justice system has a history of addressing and correcting wrongful convictions, something that needs to be applied to George's case. The possibility of innocence should be a crucial consideration, especially when a person's life is at stake.
We call upon the Ohio State authorities, legal advocates, and human rights organizations to prioritize this cause and advocate for a retrial or the exoneration of George Skatzes. Reviewing George's case can serve as a step towards rectifying this grave injustice, ensuring that an innocent man does not die on death row.
Join us in seeking justice for George Skatzes and remembrance for the families. Both deserve their rightful opportunity for justice and the chance to have their day in court, free from the shadows of doubt that have so far plagued their cases.
Please sign this petition and urge the authorities to take immediate action by re-evaluating George Skatzes’ case, pushing for fairness and justice in our legal system.
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The Issue
At 80 years old, George Skatzes faces the harrowing experience of being wrongfully convicted, having spent over 43 years behind bars, far removed, sent to Death Row from the life he knew as a free man until the age of 36.
George's tragic story is painfully personal—not only for him but for his family, but for the victim's family, and those who believe in his innocence. His case is also interwoven with the 1983 Lucasville Prison Riot, further complicating the narrative of justice in this instance. The families unwavering in their belief in his innocence, continues to support him through letters, phone calls, and prison visits, holding onto the hope that justice will finally prevail.
Over the years, extensive evidence has surfaced pointing to potential miscarriages of justice and prosecutorial misconduct that contributed to George's wrongful conviction. This includes perjured and paid jailhouse informant testimony, immunity promises, witness inconsistencies, misinterpretations of forensic evidence, and inadequate legal representation during his trial.
Ohio's justice system has a history of addressing and correcting wrongful convictions, something that needs to be applied to George's case. The possibility of innocence should be a crucial consideration, especially when a person's life is at stake.
We call upon the Ohio State authorities, legal advocates, and human rights organizations to prioritize this cause and advocate for a retrial or the exoneration of George Skatzes. Reviewing George's case can serve as a step towards rectifying this grave injustice, ensuring that an innocent man does not die on death row.
Join us in seeking justice for George Skatzes and remembrance for the families. Both deserve their rightful opportunity for justice and the chance to have their day in court, free from the shadows of doubt that have so far plagued their cases.
Please sign this petition and urge the authorities to take immediate action by re-evaluating George Skatzes’ case, pushing for fairness and justice in our legal system.
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Petition created on March 16, 2026