Death Row Information
Inmate Information
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Name | Gardner, John |
TDCJ Number | 999516 | |
Date of Birth | 01/03/1956 | |
Date Received | 11/20/2006 | |
Age (when Received) | 50 | |
Education Level (Highest Grade Completed) | 12 | |
Date of Offense | 01/23/2005 | |
Age (at the time of Offense) | 49 | |
County | Collin | |
Race | White | |
Gender | Male | |
Hair Color | Brown | |
Height (in Feet and Inches) | 6′ 0″ | |
Weight (in Pounds) | 190 lbs | |
Eye Color | Blue | |
Native County | Forest | |
Native State | Mississippi |
Prior Occupation
Painter
Prior Prison Record
MS Dept of Corrections #55484 on an eight year sentence for aggravated assault.
Summary of Incident
On January 23, 2005 in Collin County, Gardner entered the residence of a 41-year-old white female with the intent to burglarize the home. During an altercation, Gardner shot the victim. The victim was transported via life flight and later died from her injuries.
Co-Defendants
None
Race and Gender of Victim
White Female