A Fort Hood survivor says he will face Nidal Hasan at the firing squad execution to show the terrorist that he failed.
Story Highlights
- Army veteran Alonzo Lunsford plans to attend and look Hasan in the eyes before the execution.
- Pentagon officials said the December 3 execution at Fort Hood will be livestreamed, a rare step in U.S. history.
- Lunsford supports witnessing for survivors but rejects turning the event into entertainment.
- The Army has announced the date, though logistics and witness access details remain limited.
Survivor Says He Will Confront Hasan Face to Face
BBC reported that Alonzo Lunsford, a former Army sergeant wounded in the 2009 Fort Hood attack, plans to attend the execution and look Nidal Hasan in the eyes. Lunsford said he wants Hasan to know he failed because Lunsford survived. Reports identify Lunsford as a named survivor who was shot multiple times and endured lasting injuries. His stated aim is personal and direct: witness the end of the attacker’s life and affirm survival over terror.
CBS Austin reported that Lunsford backs survivors and families witnessing the execution but rejects any push to make it a show. He warned against turning a solemn act of justice into entertainment. He also framed attendance as support for fellow survivors and for families of the fallen, who have carried these wounds for years. That position reflects a narrow, victim-centered purpose, not a broad call for public spectacle or social media hype.
Execution Date, Location, and Public Livestream Plans
Associated Press and ABC News reported that Pentagon and Army officials set the execution for December 3 at Fort Hood, with public viewing planned via livestream. Officials described the event as unprecedented in modern practice, since executions in the United States are usually limited to witnesses, officials, and a small media pool. The announcement marks a break from decades of controlled access and secrecy around executions in this country.
Associated Press separately reported that the Army announcement tied the date and location to the original attack, underscoring the link between the crime and the sentence. Officials described a historic and rare step, given the military’s long gap since its last execution. Those reports also underscored that execution procedures and witness policies are governed by Army rules even as leaders plan a broader public stream.
Witness Access, Limits, and What Comes Next
Reports highlight a practical gap between intention and access. Lunsford publicly says he intends to attend and confront Hasan, but outlets have not published an approved witness list or formal access letter for him. Media accounts describe limited logistical details from the Army and note that some arrangements remain undisclosed for security and planning reasons. His plan is clear and public, but attendance depends on final witness procedures and the Army’s execution protocol.
Fort Hood Survivor Explains Why He Plans to Attend Execution of Nidal Hasan (VIDEO) https://t.co/BT7eXkpqJV
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The broader debate now turns on two separate issues: survivor witnessing versus mass distribution. Modern executions have allowed limited witnessing for families and press. The Pentagon’s livestream proposal reaches far beyond that norm. Lunsford’s stance keeps the focus on survivors and accountability, not a crowd online. His message is simple: justice is personal for those who suffered, and closure belongs to them—not to a digital audience looking for a show.
Sources:
thegatewaypundit.com, bbc.com, abcnews.com, newser.com
