Mother, son convicted in fatal Ohio dog attack

Susan and Adam Withers were found guilty of multiple charges, including involuntary manslaughter, following the fatal dog attack on their neighbor, 73-year-old Jo Ann Echelbarger, in Circleville, Ohio. The jury deliberated for six hours after a three-day trial that included graphic evidence and emotional testimonies. Echelbarger was gardening when the Withers' two pit bulls escaped and attacked her, resulting in her death. Prosecutors highlighted previous incidents involving the dogs, which had been designated as dangerous after attacking another neighbor. Family members of Echelbarger expressed relief at the verdict but emphasized the need for broader accountability to prevent future tragedies. The defendants plan to appeal the decision, and sentencing is pending.