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Taneka Gardner, who was one of three persons who lost their lives that night.
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GARDNER'S DAD WANTS DEATH PENALTY

Septimus Gardner never doubted that Andre Ruddock would be found guilty of murdering his daughter, Taneka, but said he wished hanging was still an option, as he believes death is the punishment the convicted killer deserved. “A life sentence is the right way, but mi only sorry say dem caa resume back hanging,” he said, when asked what sentence he was hoping for his daughter’s killer.

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