Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey commuted Toforest Johnson’s death sentence to life without parole, citing doubts about evidence supporting his conviction. Johnson was convicted of killing Jefferson County Deputy Sheriff William Hardy in 1995 and maintains his innocence. Ivey said her decision was not a finding of innocence. The case has drawn scrutiny from the district attorney and officials, who point to alibi witnesses and questions about a witness’s testimony. Johnson’s lawyers say they will continue seeking a trial.
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