Historical Figures · 21st Century
Eric Wrinkles’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Eric Wrinkles, Unknown
Who Was Eric Wrinkles?
Limited biographical information is available about Eric Wrinkles.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Eric Wrinkles's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Eric Wrinkles was executed by lethal injection in Indiana on December 11, 2009. Prison records document his actual final statement apologizing to victims' families; the attributed quote is fabricated.
Sources
- newspaper Evansville Courier & Press execution coverage (2009)
- archive Indiana Department of Correction records
Legacy
Eric Wrinkles's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Eric Wrinkles’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Eric Wrinkles die?
Eric Wrinkles died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Eric Wrinkles’s last words documented?
Eric Wrinkles was executed by lethal injection in Indiana on December 11, 2009. Prison records document his actual final statement apologizing to victims' families; the attributed quote is fabricated.
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