The dogs were previously owned by brothers allegedly involved in dog fighting ring.
TYLER, Texas — The 60 dogs involved in a Smith County dog fighting ring are expected to be awarded to the county Thursday evening after the previous owners agreed to divest ownership.
The dogs were previously owned by brothers Kerry and Michael Jones, who are still facing a criminal case after allegedly hosting a dog fighting ring. Because of the mutual agreement between the Jones’ and the county to transfer ownership, there was no public hearing for the matter.
The county is currently awaiting the signature of Smith County Judge Derrick Choice to make the transfer of ownership official.
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