Ohio Couple Indicted in Infant Death Case
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 in Oregon, Ohio. Police responded to a report of an unconscious infant…
Atlanta, GA, August 2, 2026 —
An Ohio couple, Shannon Wester and Justin Soll, have been indicted on charges related to the death of their infant child. The charges include involuntary manslaughter and endangering children.
The incident occurred in Oregon, Ohio, where authorities responded to a call reporting an unconscious infant. Upon arrival, officers found the 6-day-old baby unresponsive and exhibiting signs of distress. The infant was pronounced deceased at the scene.
During the investigation, law enforcement officials discovered drug paraphernalia and suspected cocaine within the bedroom where the infant died. The specific circumstances leading to the infant’s death are under investigation.
The indictment was issued following the findings of the investigation. Further details regarding the timeline of events and the specific evidence collected were not immediately available. The case is proceeding through the legal system.
Story summarized from the original created by WTVG Staff, Gray News staff on www.atlantanewsfirst.com, see more information here.
