Justice 4 Peggy Coalition Releases Statement On Julius Jones Execution

Though the Howell family is not commenting at this time, they have approved the following by close friends and supporters: 

Close friends & victim advocates from Justice 4 Peggy coalition confirm the Howell family met with Governor Stitt and his team yesterday to discuss the Pardon and Parole Board’s recommendation of clemency for Julius Jones, who was convicted of murdering Paul Howell and sentenced to death in 2002. To us, they expressed gratitude that Governor Stitt and his team took the time to personally meet with the family. Though the details of this meeting are strictly confidential the Howell's very much appreciated the opportunity to share their concerns directly with the Governor and answer any questions he had for them. 

As close friends of the Howells and victims' advocates, we are incredibly proud of the Howell family. The bravery and courage they have demonstrated for twenty years cannot be overstated. They are thankful, as are we, for the growing body of support uplifting their family.  

As victims & victim advocates, we know all too well the Howell's pain of losing a loved one to violent crime and even unexpected loss of non violent crimes, It never subsides. We encourage Howell family supporters and friends to continue sending them your positive messages along with your prayers. We also ask that you continue supporting them by using your voice and contacting Governor Stitt’s office @ 405-521-2342 (then press 0) to ask him to deny clemency for Julius Jones.  

We will continue posting the facts of the case, directly from the transcripts, throughout social media to ensure the family receives justice rightfully decided by a jury of twelve in 2002.