Bio

Olan Randle Robison was born in November 27, 1945. He grew up in a rural environment, which is common in parts of Oklahoma. As a young adult, he made choices that led him into a life of crime.

In the early 1970s, Robison had a run-in with the law. He was convicted of armed robbery, which resulted in a prison sentence. After serving time, he was released but faced challenges reintegrating into society. Reports suggest that he struggled with substance abuse during this period, involving drugs and alcohol.

By the time of the murders he was linked to in June 1980, Robison was living in Oklahoma. His life had taken a troubling turn, and his criminal actions would soon lead to severe consequences. Following his capture for the murders, Robison was charged and sentenced to death.

He spent almost 11 years on death row before his execution by lethal injection on March 13, 1992. While his early life is largely overshadowed by the serious crimes he committed later, it is clear that certain elements may have influenced his choices.

Murder Story

On June 12, 1980, Olan Randle Robison committed three murders in a robbery gone wrong at a home in Stephens County, Oklahoma. The victims were Julia Sheila Lovejoy, Averyl Bourque, and Robert Leon Swinford. The crime scene indicated a struggle, and the three victims were found dead from gunshot wounds. Robison used two firearms during the attacks, a .22 caliber pistol and a .380 caliber pistol.

After the murders, witnesses testified against Robison. There were claims that he bragged about the killings to others. Evidence included missing valuables from the victims' home, suggesting robbery was the motive. Jewelry valued between $6,000 and $8,000 was found missing after the incident.

Robison was arrested and charged with three counts of first-degree murder. His trial took place in Stephens County, and he was found guilty and sentenced to death in 1984. He spent nearly eleven years on death row before being executed by lethal injection on March 13, 1992.