Ohio Couple Indicted in Death of Infant
An Ohio couple, Shannon Wester and Justin Soll, have been indicted on charges including involuntary manslaughter and endangering children in connection with the death of their 6-day-old infant. Police found drug paraphernalia in the bedroom where the baby was discovered…
Nashville, TN, August 2, 2026 —
An Ohio couple has been indicted in connection with the death of their infant child. Shannon Wester and Justin Soll face charges including involuntary manslaughter and endangering children. The charges stem from the death of their 6-day-old infant.
Authorities responded to a scene where the infant was found unresponsive. During the investigation, police discovered drug paraphernalia in the bedroom where the baby was located. The specific circumstances leading to the infant’s death and the exact nature of the drug paraphernalia were not detailed.
The indictment means that a grand jury has heard evidence in the case and determined there is sufficient probable cause to proceed with criminal charges against Wester and Soll. The charges of involuntary manslaughter and endangering children carry significant legal penalties if the couple is convicted.
Details regarding the timeline of the infant’s death, the date of the indictment, and the specific jurisdiction where these events occurred were not provided. Further information regarding court dates or the legal proceedings is pending.
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