A mother and father have been found guilty of gross negligence manslaughter following the tragic death of their three-year-old son, who was mauled by a dog in their home.
The court heard harrowing details of the incident, which left the young boy with fatal injuries. The parents were accused of failing to take reasonable steps to protect their child from the dangerous animal.
Failure to Act Led to Tragedy
Prosecutors argued that the couple ignored multiple warnings about the dog's aggressive behaviour. Neighbours had reportedly raised concerns prior to the attack, but no action was taken.
The jury deliberated for several hours before delivering the guilty verdict. The judge described the case as "heartbreaking" and emphasised that the child's death was entirely preventable.
Sentencing Looms
The parents now face significant prison time when they return to court for sentencing. Legal experts suggest the case could set a precedent for similar incidents involving dangerous pets.
Child safety campaigners have called for stricter regulations on dog ownership following this avoidable tragedy.
