Florida to execute 77-year-old in Polk hammer-murder case

## The case Florida is set to execute a 77-year-old man convicted of murder in connection with a 1995 hammer attack in Polk County. The case involves a killing that took place nearly three decades ago.

The man’s name, the victim’s name and the circumstances of the attack beyond the use of a hammer are not stated here.

## What is known The execution involves a conviction from Polk County and a defendant who is now 77 years old. The announcement identifies the case as a murder prosecution arising from the 1995 attack.

An execution date is not stated. The details of the conviction, sentencing history and any court filings are also not stated.

## What happens next The state’s next public steps would include announcements about the timing of the execution and any legal action connected to the case. Those steps can establish when the execution is scheduled and whether court proceedings affect the timetable.

The case remains tied to the 1995 Polk County conviction while Florida moves toward carrying out the execution.