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As a subscriber you can listen to articles at work, in the car, or while you work out. Subscribe NowAn Anderson woman has pleaded guilty in connection with the death of a 12-year-old girl who was fatally injured by a lawnmower.
The Anderson Herald Bulletin reported 46-year-old Denell J. Roberts of Anderson entered guilty pleas Thursday to felony charges of battery and neglect. She was the girl's guardian. The incident happened last October and the girl was taken off life support at a children's hospital about a month later.
Prosecutors say an autopsy found signs of prior physical abuse and that the girl died from head injuries.
Defense attorney Bryan Williams said it was in his client's best interest to take the plea agreement as the evidence developed. Roberts is to be sentenced Sept. 29. She faces up to 38 years in prison.
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