This article contains the details of Tanner Lynn Horner’s worth, Texas. Tanner was 31 years old and recently faced kidnapping and capital murder charges. 

He was convicted of kidnapping and killing a girl who was seven years old. Her name was revealed to be Athena Strands. Her body was discovered on Friday night. 

Let’s find out who was Athena Strand’s killer.

Who is Tanner Horner? Athena Strand’s killer

Athena Strand was a seven-year-old girl who was reported missing from her home in Paradise in Wise County on Wednesday. After her missing report was filed, a large search was initiated, which involved 200 volunteers from the community. 

Lane Akin, Wise County Sheriff, shared a statement during a press conference on Friday night that Tanner has confessed that he was behind the killing of a seven-year-old girl Athena Strand.

Tanner Horner worked at FedEx as an independent contractor. The authorities revealed that they received information that the FedEx delivery driver, Tanner, had visited Strand’s home before she disappeared. 

The police took him into custody, where he was interrogated. During the session, he confessed that he was behind Athena Strand’s murder. Later, he directed the police to her dead body. 

However, the first time he directed the police to her dead body was a false lead. Later, they found her dead body 10 miles away from where she went missing. 

Jim Dwyer, FBI agent, said they have digital evidence and statements to prove that Strands died one hour after being kidnapped. 

Tanner is from Lake Worth, and his previous criminal history was found to be clean, according to the police. On Friday night, Lake Worth Police Chief J.T Manoushagian tweeted that Tanner does not live in the city.

After FedEx heard the news of the child, they shared a statement in which they said they were with the family and their company would fully cooperate with law enforcement. 

FedEx said in its statement, “Words cannot describe our shock and sorrow at the reports surrounding this tragic event.” 

The company added, “First and foremost, our thoughts are with the family during this most difficult time, and we continue to cooperate fully with the investigating authorities. At this time, any further questions should be directed to law enforcement.”

According to the sources, Tanner is serving in jail in place of a $1.5 million bond. There is some information which will be made available in some time. As soon as there is an update, this section will be updated.