January sentencing set for Youngstown woman who dragged dog behind car

A Youngstown woman who authorities say dragged a dog behind a car awaits sentencing after pleading guilty to one count of animal cruelty.

Mechelle Kelly, 56, who entered the plea in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court on Tuesday, is scheduled to be sentenced on January 5, 2023.

A post on the Animal Charity Facebook page claimed the dog named Oreo was dragged nearly 100 yards by a car traveling 35 miles per hour because it had broken from its chain.

Animal Charity’s veterinary staff, which guided the dog through its recovery,  reported that Oreo had broken toes, broken nails, as well as abrasions on her legs, stomach, and chin.

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