The mother of 7-year-old Athena Strand testified at the capital murder trial of former FedEx driver Tanner Horner, who pleaded guilty to the child's death. The mother revealed her final words with her daughter during testimony as the jury considers whether to impose the death penalty.

Horner, a former FedEx driver, has pleaded guilty to the capital murder of Athena Strand. The case has proceeded to the sentencing phase, where jurors must decide between life in prison and the death penalty.

The victim's mother took the stand as part of the proceedings, sharing details about her last conversation with her daughter. The testimony came as prosecutors and defense attorneys present evidence and arguments regarding the appropriate sentence.

The sentencing hearing is scheduled to continue Thursday as the jury deliberates on the punishment. Horner faces the possibility of the death penalty following his guilty plea to the capital murder charge.

The case has drawn significant attention as it involves the murder of a young child by a delivery driver. Court proceedings are ongoing as the legal system works to determine the final sentence in the case.