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Newborn mauled 180 times by family pet
16 Sep
Summary
- A one-week-old baby boy died after being attacked by a family dog.
- The infant suffered 180 bites, including severe injuries to his body and brain.
- The baby's father received a 16-year prison sentence for neglect charges.
A devastating incident occurred in Markle, Indiana, where a one-week-old baby, Jason Anthony Weaver, was fatally attacked by a pet dog. The husky and pit bull mix, named Chomp, inflicted approximately 180 bites on the infant, causing severe injuries including fractures and internal damage. The baby's father, Austin Kinsey, has been sentenced to 16 years in prison. He faced neglect charges after allegedly leaving the newborn unattended while playing video games. The horrific scene at the family's home was described by police as squalid, with widespread trash and signs of infestation. The dog had reportedly shown aggression before, and despite family claims of gentleness with the baby, it was euthanized following the fatal attack. Legal proceedings are ongoing for other family members.
