Tanner Horner sentenced to death for murder of Athena Strand
A Texas court has sentenced Tanner Horner to death for the kidnapping and murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand. The crime occurred after a FedEx delivery at the girl's home. (sources: abc7, ap, usatoday, nbcnews, nytimes)
Tanner Horner received a death sentence for the murder of Athena Strand, a 7-year-old girl, following a delivery at her Texas residence. The court's decision reflects the severity of the crime.
- Tanner Horner was a FedEx driver at the time of the crime.
- Athena Strand was kidnapped and killed shortly after a delivery was made to her home.
- The court sentenced Horner to death by lethal injection.
Why it matters
The case highlights issues related to child safety and the legal consequences of violent crimes.
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