What was Sophia Williams convicted of in connection with her son's death?

Sophia Williams was convicted of Malice Murder, Felony Murder, and Cruelty to Children in the First Degree.

How did Anthony Vice die?

Anthony Vice died from blunt force trauma to the head, according to the autopsy.

Where did this tragic incident involving Sophia Williams occur?

The events took place in an apartment in Dekalb County, Georgia.

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Mother Gets Life for Son's Brutal Murder

11 Dec, 2025

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Summary

A mother was sentenced to life without parole for her son's death.
The child suffered extensive bruising and died from blunt force trauma.
The mother delayed seeking medical help for her son's injuries.

Mother Gets Life for Son's Brutal Murder

Sophia Williams, 43, received a life sentence without parole plus 10 years for the murder of her 4-year-old son, Anthony Vice. The conviction includes charges of Malice Murder, Felony Murder, and Cruelty to Children. Anthony was discovered unresponsive with severe bruising on March 6, 2022, and later pronounced dead at a hospital.

Evidence presented indicated that Williams frequently disciplined her son harshly, using various objects. A witness reported that Anthony appeared dizzy and unresponsive after a severe "whooping" the day before he was found. Williams searched for "remedy for concussion" on her phone, suggesting awareness of a serious head injury.

An autopsy confirmed blunt force trauma as the cause of death. Prosecutors stated Anthony could have survived if he had received timely medical care after the head injury. Williams had expressed reluctance to call authorities due to the child's bruises.