Defense Says Tanner Horner Targeted With Death Threats Amid Online Backlash in Child Killing Case

Tanner Horner’s defense asked the judge to remove the death penalty as a possible punishment in the case, which centers on the kidnapping and killing of Athena Strand. Attorneys argued that overwhelming media coverage has made it impossible for Horner to receive a fair trial. They cited constant news attention, social media backlash, protests, and even death threats directed at the defense team, witnesses, and Horner himself as factors that could pressure a jury. The judge quickly denied the request.

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