Blaine Milam Executed for Toddler’s Brutal Murder

Huntsville, Texas, September 26, 2025

News Summary

Blaine Milam, sentenced for the brutal murder of his girlfriend’s 13-month-old daughter, Amora Carson, was executed by lethal injection in Texas. Despite attempts to appeal his conviction, which he claimed was based on unreliable evidence, all requests were denied. The case raised questions about mental health and the justice system, leading to ongoing debates about capital punishment as the execution marked Texas’s fifth in the year.

Huntsville, Texas – Blaine Milam, 35, was executed by lethal injection on Thursday at the Texas state penitentiary in Huntsville. Milam was convicted of the murder of his girlfriend’s 13-month-old daughter, Amora Carson, in December 2008. The couple claimed the brutal killing was part of an “exorcism” intended to expel a demon from the child.

Milam and Jesseca Carson, both 18 at the time of the incident, were implicated in the horrific death of Amora. Prosecutors revealed that Milam savagely beat the toddler with a hammer, subjecting her to 30 hours of torture, which included biting, strangling, and mutilating her body. Amora was later discovered with numerous severe injuries, including skull fractures, broken bones, human bite marks, and signs of strangulation. A forensic pathologist noted that the sheer number of injuries made it impossible to determine a specific cause of death.

Despite the overwhelming evidence against him, Milam consistently claimed innocence, attributing the crime to Carson, who was also involved in the exorcism delusion. Carson was tried separately and sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole for her role in the child’s murder.

Milam’s attempts to halt the execution through appeals to the U.S. Supreme Court, state, and federal courts were ultimately denied. His defense attorneys argued that his conviction was based on now-discredited bite mark evidence and unreliable DNA evidence. They maintained that Milam is intellectually disabled, which would have rendered him ineligible for execution.

The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles denied Milam’s request to commute his death sentence. He was previously scheduled for execution in 2019 and 2021, but both dates were stayed due to ongoing legal challenges.

During his final statement, Milam expressed gratitude to his supporters and encouraged others to accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. His execution marked the fifth this year in Texas, a state known for its historical leadership in capital punishment. The case has drawn significant attention due to its brutal nature and implications regarding mental health in criminal proceedings.

Background of the Case

The 2008 murder of Amora Carson was a shocking incident that raised serious concerns about the intersection of mental illness and criminal responsibility. The brutal circumstances surrounding the child’s death highlighted tragic aspects of human behavior and the dangers of extreme belief systems.

In the wake of Milam’s execution, ongoing discussions about the efficacy of capital punishment and its moral implications continue to permeate American society. Cases like Milam’s serve as poignant reminders of the complexities surrounding justice, mental health, and the legal system.

Key Facts

• Victim: Amora Carson, 13 months old
• Convicted: Blaine Milam, 35 years old
• Method of Execution: Lethal injection
• Execution Date: Recently carried out on Thursday
• Nature of Crime: Brutal murder claimed to be part of exorcism
• Number of Injuries: Multiple severe injuries, including skull fractures and signs of torture
• Initial Sentencing: Life imprisonment for Jesseca Carson
• Legal Appeals: All appeals denied, including to the U.S. Supreme Court
• State Leadership: Texas has historically been a leader in capital punishment

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• AP News: Texas Execution of Blaine Milam
• Wikipedia: Exorcism
• Fox News: Texas Executes Man in Exorcism Case
• Google Search: Blaine Milam execution
• ABC News: Texas Man Facing Execution
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Capital Punishment
• USA Today: Texas-Alabama Executions
• Google News: Texas executions

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