Texas Toddler Dies in Babysitter's Dog Attack

A tragic incident occurred in Converse, Texas, where a 1-year-old boy named Jiryiah Johnson was fatally mauled by dogs owned by his babysitter, Heather Rodriguez. Rodriguez, who left the child in the care of her 13-year-old daughter, is facing felony charges for causing serious bodily injury by omission. The dogs broke into the room where the teen was trying to protect the baby, resulting in a vicious attack described as a 'tug of war' over the child. The teenager was praised as a hero for her efforts to fend off the dogs and call for help, despite sustaining injuries herself. Jiryiah suffered critical injuries and died in the hospital, prompting further potential charges against Rodriguez. The dogs have been seized by authorities, and the community mourns the loss of the young child.