After a two-week hearing, a jury chose to execute Horner by lethal injection rather than sentence him to life without parole.

Tanner Horner was sentenced to death on May 5, over three years after killing 7-year-old Athena Strand ...

The decision follows weeks of graphic testimony and evidence that detailed the final moments of the girl’s life and the ...

Elijah Strand, the uncle of murdered 7-year-old Athena Strand, faced his niece's killer and delivered a powerful, emotional ...

A highly publicized and emotional capital murder trial is underway in Tarrant County. On Wednesday, the defense will begin presenting its case for Horner to avoid execution. They are expected to call ...

DALLAS — Tanner Horner, a former FedEx driver, is accused of kidnapping and killing 7-year-old North Texas girl Athena Strand. Horner is charged with capital murder in her death and could face the ...