Athena Strand was found dead in Boyd, Texas on Friday evening, and she was a just 7-year- young girl who hails from North Texas, Tanner Lynn Horner a FedEx driver has been named as the suspect
Tanner Lynn Horner is the suspect in the murder case of Athena Strand Horner and he was making a delivery at Athena’s house when he reportedly abducted her. He is presently being held in prison and also has faced charges of aggravated kidnapping and also of capital murder. Authorities have also disclosed that Horner confessed to the crime and revealed the location of Athena’s body.
Know Who Is FedEx Driver Tanner Lynn Horner Who Killed 7 Year Old Athena Strand Of Texas
Holy shit, the FedEx driver who is charged with the murder of 7 yr old Athena Strand had “no criminal history” according to police- but they failed to mention that multiple women had accused him of rape when they were underage but weren’t believed
— AJF (@AJ_F612) December 3, 2022
Wednesday, Tanner Lynn Horner abducted and murdered 7 year old Athena Strand. 8 years ago he raped a minor and no one listened. pic.twitter.com/MepF20QffC
— James ✦ (@jamesisapoet) December 3, 2022
Who is Tanner Lynn Horner?
Tanner’s social media handles have revealed that Horner has been an Uber driver for years and is also a musician. Turner Lynn Horner as completed his graduation from Azle High. At present, he is working as a FedEx driver.
Officials were initially believing that Horner was a resident of Lake Worth, but property records are saying that he lived in the Fort Worth city limits. Lake Worth Police Chief, Mr J.T. Manoushagian has issued a statement which is confirming the address of the suspect. “To be very simple and clear, the suspect does NOT reside in the City of Lake Worth as revealed, but rather near the lake itself – miles away from COLW. Please continue to lift up Athena’s family in the prayer along with the officers who are investigating this heinous crime,” he further stated.
He was an independent Uber contractor driving for FedEx at the time the crime took place. In light of these events, FedEx issued a statement which was, “Words cannot describe our shock at the reports surrounding this tragic event. First and foremost, our thoughts with the girl’s family during this most difficult time, and we continue to deeply cooperate fully with the investigating authorities on duty. Moreover, any further questions should be directed to law enforcement.”
Wise County Sheriff Lane Akin also denied commenting on any motive behind this abduction and murder. As per sources, ‘Horner had no connection with Athena Strand and her family prior to the alleged abduction.’ Horner has no criminal record in the Tarrant and Wise counties.
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