HomeCLIPSDefense Says Tanner Horner Targeted With Death Threats Amid Online Backlash in C
Defense Says Tanner Horner Targeted With Death Threats Amid Online Backlash in C
TV-14 | CLIPS | Season 1 | 2026
Tanner Horners 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. Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today Join the Investigation Newsletter Court TV Podcast Join the Court TV Community to get access to perks: FOLLOW THE CASE: Facebook Twitter/X Instagram TikTok YouTube WATCH 140 FREE TRIALS IN THE COURT TV ARCHIVE WHERE-TO-WATCH