BAXLEY, Ga. (WTOC) - A 53-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the death of Maria D. Nunez, who was mauled to death by two dogs in her yard in Baxley on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.

According to a press release from the Appling County Sheriff’s Office, Misty Ann Branch of Baxley, Georgia, has been charged with Reckless Conduct and Involuntary Manslaughter.

Appling County Sheriff’s Office deputies and Emergency Personnel were dispatched to 207 Popular Lane, Baxley, Georgia, around noon on October 8.

When they arrived, 86-year-old Nunez was found deceased outside her residence.

Officials say the investigation revealed Ms. Nunez was viciously attacked and killed by two dogs which did not belong to her.

Sheriff Mark Melton of the Appling County Sheriff’s Office asks that if

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