Chante Jawan Mallard was born on June 22, 1976, in Fort Worth, Texas. She was raised in a regular household in this city. Growing up, Chante was described as a bright and active child. She attended local schools and was involved in various activities. As she got older, she pursued a career in healthcare, becoming a nursing assistant.

During her teenage years, Chante faced some challenges. She struggled with personal and family issues, which affected her life. Despite these difficulties, she worked hard and maintained her job in nursing. Chante's life took many turns, and she faced various ups and downs.

Chante lived in Fort Worth throughout her early adult life. She became known to her friends and family. As a nursing assistant, she was expected to help others. 

On October 26, 2001, Chante Jawan Mallard hit Gregory Glenn Biggs, a 37-year-old pedestrian, with her Chevrolet Cavalier in Fort Worth, Texas. After the crash, Biggs was lodged in her windshield. Instead of calling the police or getting help for him, Mallard drove home and parked her car in her garage. She did not seek medical attention for Biggs, even though she was a nursing assistant and knew he was seriously injured. She occasionally checked on him while he remained stuck in her car.

Biggs died two to three days later without receiving any medical care. After his death, Mallard contacted a male friend, Clete Jackson, for help. Together with Jackson's cousin, Herbert Tyrone Cleveland, they moved Biggs's body to a park and left it there. They also attempted to cover up the crime by setting fire to part of the car.

Mallard became a suspect in the case when people reported she was speaking about the incident in a casual manner about four months later. During her trial, experts testified that Biggs could have survived if he had received timely medical attention. On June 23, 2003, Mallard was convicted of murder. She received a 50-year prison sentence. Her sentence for tampering with evidence was 10 years but would run concurrently. Mallard will be eligible for parole in 2027.