November 30 marks 3 years since 7-year-old Athena Strand disappeared from her home in Paradise, Texas.
The 7-year-old was abducted from her Wise County driveway and allegedly killed by a FedEx driver. That suspect, Tanner Horner , faces capital murder and kidnapping charges, but he is not expected to stand trial until next spring at the earliest, due to venue changes and other delays.
Since Athena's death, a new law has taken effect in her honor. Athena Alerts now help law enforcement more quickly get out information about missing children to the public.
FedEx driver allegedly strangled Athena Strand after accidentally running her over, according to arrest affidavit
According to arrest records, Tanner Horner was delivering a package containing a Christmas gift to Athena's

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