Florida on Tuesday carried out its 15th execution of the year — a record under Gov. Ron DeSantis — putting to death Norman Mearle Grim Jr., who was convicted of raping and murdering his neighbor more than two decades ago.

A spokesperson for DeSantis confirmed 65-year-old Grim was pronounced dead at 6:14 p.m. after receiving a three-drug injection at the Florida State Prison near Starke, according to The Associated Press.

The spokesperson, Alex Lanfranconi, noted that Grim was asked if he had a final statement before receiving the injection, and he replied, “No sir.”

Lanfranconi also said there were no complications during the execution.

Grim was sentenced to death after being convicted of sexual battery and first-degree murder in the death of Cynthia Campbell.

The victim was repor

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