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By the People, for the People
Florida Executes Man for 2008 Murder
Michael Lee King was put to death for the killing of Denise Amber Lee.
Mar. 18, 2026 at 5:04am
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Michael Lee King, a Florida man, was executed for the 2008 murder of Denise Amber Lee. King was convicted and sentenced to death for the crime.
Why it matters
The execution of King brings closure to a high-profile murder case that garnered national attention over a decade ago. It also highlights the ongoing debate around capital punishment in the United States.
The details
King was convicted and sentenced to death for the 2008 murder of Denise Amber Lee in Florida. He was executed at the Florida State Prison in Starke.
- Michael Lee King was executed on March 18, 2026.
The players
Michael Lee King
A Florida man who was executed for the 2008 murder of Denise Amber Lee.
Denise Amber Lee
The victim of the 2008 murder for which Michael Lee King was executed.
The takeaway
The execution of Michael Lee King for the 2008 murder of Denise Amber Lee brings an end to a high-profile case that has been closely watched for over a decade, though the debate around capital punishment in the US continues.
