Summary of Offense: Convicted of two stabbing murders in Amarillo, both occurring during unrelated robberies. The first victim was Sarah Lawrence, 30; the second was Sherry Welch, 23. Both women were raped.
Victim: Sarah Donn Lawrence
Time of Death: 12:25 a.m.
Manner of execution: Lethal Injection
Last Meal: Fish sandwich, french fries and milk
Final Statement: "Be strong for me," Pinkerton told his father, Gene Pinkerton, as witnesses entered the execution chamber. "I want you to know I’m at peace with myself and with my God," Pinkerton said. He recited a prayer to Allah, the supreme being of Islam. "I bear witness that there is no God but Allah. With your praise I ask for forgiveness and I return unto you," Pinkerton said. "I love you, Dad."
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