Texas Teen Allegedly Fatally Poisoned Classmate's Show Goat by Force-Feeding Animal Pesticide

Mar. 15, 2025

Aubrey Vanlandingham.Photo:Williamson County Sheriff’s Office

Williamson County Sheriff’s Office

Aubrey Vanlandingham, 17, is charged with cruelty to livestock animals, a felony, according to court records.

Vanlandingham allegedly took a video of the goat and sent it to the animal’s owner, the affidavit claims.

The goat died a day later, according to the affidavit, after convulsing and showing signs of respiratory distress.

A necropsy confirmed that the animal died from pesticide intoxication, the affidavit states.

Vanlandingham allegedly also confessed to previously trying to kill the goat.

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Police say they searched the teen’s phone and found evidence of internet searches inquiring, “How much bleach can kill an animal,” and “poisoning pets, what you should know,” among others, according to the affidavit. Vanlandingham also allegedly searched, “How to clear search history.”

It is not immediately clear if Vanlandingham has entered a plea. Jail records indicate that she was released on $5,000 bond.

Vanlandingham’s listed attorney did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The defendant is next scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 15.

source: people.com