Stephen Clare faces the death penalty for the brutal April 2023 attack on his ex-wife Mariah Gardner and their young daughters in San Antonio, Texas, which resulted in the death of 11-month-old Willow Gardner. Court records and recent hearings indicate the case is advancing toward trial following delays.
Case Background
Clare allegedly shot Gardner multiple times and stabbed daughters Rosalie (2) and Willow after chasing Gardner through their home, as captured on surveillance footage. The couple had divorced in late 2022 amid Clare’s reported stalking and controlling behavior, yet he retained shared custody. Gardner’s older sons escaped and alerted neighbors, leading to first responders saving her and Rosalie, both of whom underwent extensive…..