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Florida executes man who admitted to killing girlfriend's baby, throwing body in pond in 1996
By CBS Miami Team at CBS4 Miami
· June 3, 2026
· 2 min read
A Florida man who confessed to killing his girlfriend's infant daughter and throwing her body in a pond three decades ago was executed Tuesday evening.Andrew Richard Lukehart, 53, was pronounced dead at 6:19 p.m. after receiving a three-drug injection at Florida State Prison near Starke. He was sent
Key takeaway Andrew Richard Lukehart, 53, was pronounced dead at 6:19 p.
Why this matters in The Miami
The execution of Andrew Richard Lukehart brings a measure of closure to a horrific crime that occurred nearly three decades ago. While Lukehart's case originated in Jacksonville, the fact that he was put to death at Florida State Prison near Starke serves as a reminder that the state's capital punishment system has far-reaching implications across Florida, including Miami-Dade County. As the state continues to carry out executions at a record pace, residents of Miami and its surrounding neighborhoods, such as Little Havana and Wynwood, may wonder about the impact of these actions on the community. With Governor DeSantis overseeing a significant number of executions, the debate around capital punishment is likely to continue, with Miami's diverse population potentially weighing in on the issue. The case also highlights the importance of the justice system in holding perpetrators accountable for heinous crimes, which is a concern for all communities, including those in Miami-Dade County.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 3, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A Florida man who confessed to killing his girlfriend's infant daughter and throwing her body in a pond three decades ago was executed Tuesday evening.Andrew Richard Lukehart, 53, was pronounced dead at 6:19 p.m. after receiving a three-drug injection at Florida State Prison near Starke. He was sent
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