The man once dubbed “The Casanova Killer” used his final breath to deliver a message of support to former President Donald Trump before being executed for a brutal 1995 murder.

Glen Rogers, sentenced to death for the stabbing of Tina Marie Cribbs, was executed Thursday evening by lethal injection at Florida State Prison after nearly three decades on death row, as People reports.

Rogers, 62, was pronounced dead at 6:16 p.m. on May 15, inside Florida State Prison near Starke. His execution followed a series of failed legal appeals and the approval of his death warrant by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in April. Cribbs, the woman he murdered in 1995, was a 34-year-old mother of two found slain in a Tampa motel room.

At his final moments, Rogers turned toward witnesses and made two separate remarks. First, he thanked his wife, then calmly told the room that he was “ready to go.” Just before the injection began to take effect, he added a six-word message: “President Trump, keep making America great.”

Grisly murder details emerge

The killing of Tina Marie Cribbs rocked the Tampa community in 1995. Cribbs met Rogers at a local bar, where he appeared personable and flirtatious. Later, they went to a motel together, where Cribbs was found the next day with fatal stab wounds.

Investigators traced the motel room to Rogers, who had rented it under his name. Within a week of the murder, he was caught driving Cribbs’ vehicle in Kentucky, prompting a multistate manhunt and a dangerous high-speed chase that led to his arrest.

When brought into custody, Rogers initially pleaded innocent to the felony charges. Yet, authorities continued to dig deeper into his past and discovered a disturbing pattern—and more victims. Shortly before Cribbs’ death, another woman had suffered a similar fate.

Second victim's story comes to light

In addition to the Florida murder, Rogers was convicted in California for the killing of Sandra Gallagher, a mother of three. The two had met at a bar in Van Nuys, just like Cribbs. Gallagher was strangled to death only weeks before Cribbs was murdered.

Despite his murder conviction in California, Rogers remained incarcerated in Florida to await execution for the Cribbs case. The grim similarities between the two killings -- strangers met at bars, lured away, and later murdered -- led authorities to believe the crimes were premeditated and sinister.

During post-arrest interviews, Rogers made alarming claims to the authorities, stating that he had killed as many as 70 women nationwide. However, no supporting evidence was ever found that would link him to those alleged crimes, and he was only ever convicted of the two confirmed murders.

Notoriety results from media attention

Over the years, Glen Rogers gained national notoriety not only for the nature of his crimes but also because of bizarre and headline-grabbing claims. His brother, Clay Rogers, once alleged that Glen had confessed to the 1994 slayings of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman -- crimes that led to the infamous trial of former football star O.J. Simpson.

This claim was never substantiated. The Los Angeles Police Department publicly dismissed any connection between Glen Rogers and those murders. Still, the accusation was enough to draw media attention and spark public fascination with the convicted killer. That fascination grew even more when Rogers became the focus of a made-for-TV movie.

Decades-long legal battle reaches its end

Over the years, Rogers launched multiple legal appeals in hopes of avoiding execution. All three efforts ultimately failed as courts consistently upheld the verdicts and sentences. The victims' families were notified when DeSantis signed the death warrant in April 2025.

In the hours leading to the execution, Rogers remained calm and lucid, according to official witness reports. He maintained a degree of composure, thanked his wife for her support, and invoked a political message that surprised many observers in the execution chamber.

Lessons to learn

1. Stranger danger in familiar places: Cribbs and Gallagher both initially met Rogers in public, social environments—bars where people often feel safe. This case shows that predators can operate in everyday spaces and that trusting someone too quickly, even in a crowded environment, can have devastating consequences.

2. Important role of law enforcement coordination: Rogers traveled across state lines to commit his crimes, but interagency cooperation led to his arrest in Kentucky. The swift collaboration of authorities was vital in capturing him before he could strike again. This underscores the importance of fast, multi-state law enforcement partnerships in stopping serial offenders.

3. Remember victims, not just the crime: In media coverage of serial cases, it’s easy to focus on the killer. Yet, Tina Marie Cribbs and Sandra Gallagher were real people with families, dreams, and lives that mattered. We must center victims in our discussions and honor their legacies.

Why This Story Matters

This case highlights the dangers posed by charming predators and the long-lasting trauma inflicted on victims’ families.

Understanding the patterns of someone like Rogers can help communities be more vigilant.

It also showcases how our justice system handles capital punishment and the challenges of navigating high-profile criminal appeals.