I have mixed emotions on the death penalty only when its not a clear cut case. In this instance, I think justice has prevailed.
And I hope to never, ever experience anything like that again in this lifetime. Right after 9/11, no less. Its no wonder people don't look you in the eye walking along the street here in D.C. - this town was pretty shaken after both events within 13 months of one another. Certainly a wake up call to how fragile life is!