Zachary Hixson

Mount Pleasant, PA

Conviction: Two counts of aggravated cruelty to animals, plus neglect and cruelty to animals, for severely abusing and paralyzing a dog.
Conviction or sentencing date: Plea June 2025; sentenced 2026-01-13
Sentence: 30 to 60 months in state prison; mental-health evaluation; prohibited from owning an animal for 14 years.
Case number: Not stated
Last source verification: 2026-09-27