Florida plans to execute William “Bill” Thompson on October 13th. Mr. Thompson was convicted of the 1976 murder of Sally Ivester in Miami-Dade county. His co-defedant, who actually committed the murder, received a life sentence. Mr. Thompson is intellectually disabled and was sentenced to death by a 7-5 vote.

Please help us to stop Mr. Thompson’s execution by taking action below:

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Learn More About the Case

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Press Release (10/08): Death Warrant for William Thompson Withdrawn

Press Release (09/28): Media Advisory: 100+ Medical Professionals to Release Letter Opposing Execution of Gravely Ill Florida Prisoner William Thompson

• Read the Letter
• Watch the Press Conference

Press Release (09/16): Attorneys for William Thompson File Motion with Florida Supreme Court Demanding Emergency Medical Treatment for Their 74 year-old Terminally Ill Client Facing Execution

This page will be updated as more information becomes available. Last updated September 8, 2026.