A California man is blaming his dog for the fatal shooting of his wife.
John Aaron Norris, 25, of San Miguel said his dog ran underneath his feet, tripping him and causing the semi-automatic rifle he was holding to fire.
Norris is accused of involuntary manslaughter in the July 9 shooting death of 24-year-old Tasha Dawn Norris. His preliminary hearing is scheduled to resume today.
Norris pleaded not guilty to the manslaughter charge and to a charge of possessing an illegal weapon at his home — a semiautomatic rifle found by investigators, according to The Tribune in San Luis Obispo.
Sheriff’s deputies testified Wednesday that Norris stated he was standing on the stairs when the dog ran under his feet and tripped him. He told authorities he was holding the gun because he was planning to remove the ammunition before fire inspectors came to his home to examine new sprinklers in the condominium.
Tasha Norris was seated on a couch in the home when she was shot, according to investigators. Medics attempted to revive her, but she was pronounced dead at the scene.
…always wishing people…
…Happy Birthday…
…on the wrong day…
What year is it again?
And more importantly, why is it still in the month of February?
Although one things not surprising about the calendar, it’s a dog calendar.
Speaking of dogs…is it just me or does it look like Miss Sadie is giving Lexi a little talking to.
And then Lexi completely ignoring her.
Looks like Lexi needs a bath…
The authors of the Happy Tails Books series collect inspiring stories from people who have participated in dog rescue or dog adoption, and compile these stories in books on various dog breeds. Their “Lost Souls: FOUND!” series raises awareness about dog rescue and provides funding for dog rescue groups. They have books in the works about pugs, bulldogs, beagles and several other breeds, as well as mutts.
