USA - Indiana. Senate backs death penalty for beheading

Senate backs death penalty for beheading crimes. A bill (SB 8) making intentionally decapitating someone a crime eligible for the death penalty has been approved by the Indiana Senate. Senators voted 45-4 in favor of the proposal. Bill sponsor Sen. Brent Steele says current state law only allows prosecutors to seek the death penalty for anyone convicted of torturing or mutilation before a killing or decapitating someone who is already dead. Death penalty opponents contend the measure isn't necessary. The proposal now goes to the Indiana House for consideration.