A Massachusetts woman was charged with manslaughter and aggravated assault and battery today for allegedly assaulting a woman who was six months pregnant, and causing the death of her unborn fetus.
Ayanna Woodhouse, 25, of Wellesley, Massachusetts was arraigned in Suffolk County Superior Court this morning for the alleged April 10 assault. She pleaded not guilty.
"This is a serious charge," Joseph said in a statement. "The penalties are severe."
The maximum sentence for manslaughter in Massachusetts is 20 years in prison.
Massachusetts Woman Charged with Manslaughter After Assault Victim's Unborn Fetus Dies - ABC News
It will be interesting to see if this sets a precedent.