Involuntary Manslaughter Charges Refused Against Owner of Dogs in Fatal January Attack
February 6, 2025

ST. LOUIS — The St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office refused to file charges against the owner of three dogs that attacked and killed a woman last month.


The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department filed charges against the 54-year-old man Wednesday in connection with the Jan. 15 death of Gladys Anthony. According to a press release from the police department, the charges were refused due to a lack of evidence.

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For Immediate Release

For more information contact:

Amber Raub

Public Information Officer

St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office

rauba@stlouiscao.org

314-589-6233 (office)

314-312-9912 (cell)

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