Stop the Execution of Roy Ward in Indiana

Governor Mike Braun

An execution date has been set for Indiana death row prisoner Roy Ward on October 10, 2025 for the 2001 murder of Stacy Payne.

Join the Virtual Sit In

Call Gov. Braun at 317-232-4567 with the following message:
"Hi. My name is [your name]. I am calling to express my opposition to the State of Indiana's plans to execute Roy Ward on September 25. While the vast majority of states with capital punishment continue on a downward trend of executions, Indiana was one of a couple of states to shamefully restart executions after a decade and a half. Executions serve no one. They burden taxpayers, prison staff, and all who are in close proximity to Roy. We urge you to call this off."

While the vast majority of states with capital punishment continue on a downward trend of executions, Indiana is out of step with national trends. In late 2024, Indiana performed its 1st execution in 15 years, and continues to schedule more execution dates.

Please sign the petition asking Governor Braun to do everything within his power to stop this execution, including issuing a stay, and seeking a path to clemency in the case.

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Death Penalty Action

To: Governor Mike Braun
From: [Your Name]

We are writing to ask that you to stop the upcoming execution of Roy Ward on October 10, 2025 for the 2001 murder of Stacy Payne.

While the vast majority of states with capital punishment continue on a downward trend of executions, Indiana is out of step with national trends.

We, the undersigned, ask that you do everything within your power to stop this execution, including issuing a stay, and seeking a path to clemency in the case.

While we recognize the gravity of his crime, we believe that the death penalty is not an appropriate punishment.

Thank you for your time and attention to this serious matter.