From Deseret News archives:
Suspect in dog cruelty competent to stand trial
Two mental health officials who evaluated Smith separately came to the conclusion that he is competent, although there are some indications of dementia and cognitive deficits.
Third District Judge Deno Himonas set a trial for May 12 and 13.
Smith was charged in 2003 with six counts of third-degree felony training dogs for fighting and six counts of class B misdemeanor cruelty to animals.
Police said they found six pit bull terriers chained on Smith's property in a 30-foot pit. The dogs were hungry and scarred on their bodies, and one had bleeding sores on its ears, according to police.
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