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State of New York v. Roger McDonough
Date: 03-02-2026
Case Number: State of New York v. Roger McDonough
Judge: Roger McDonough
Court: Supreme Court, Albany County, New York
Plaintiff's Attorney: Albany County, New York, District Attorney's Office
Defendant's Attorney:
Description:
Albany, New York, criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with Criminally Negligent Homicide.
Roger McDonough's pit bull terriers attacked and killed a man in October 2024 has been sentenced to a state prison term.
Albany Police were called on Oct. 9. 2024, to a rear yard at 594 Central Ave. for a report of dogs attacking a man. Police responded and found 59-year-old James Provost severely injured from bite wounds and internal injuries. In an attempt to stop the attack, one of the responding officers discharged his weapon, killing one of the dogs.
Provost succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police interviewed Daniels after he arrived not long after the attack. He admitted to owning the dogs and keeping them at the property.
Provost’s daughter, Jamie Provost, addressed the court and Daniels before sentencing, saying that her father’s death was a tragedy that didn’t have to happen.
“You took our father’s life from him through your negligent acts and the neglect of multiple dogs for multiple years,” she said. “The consequences of your actions will ripple through every significant life event for generations.”
Judge McDonough said that while he did not believe Daniels intended for anyone to be attacked, his lack of care for the animals contributed to Provost’s death.
Assistant District Attorney Stephen Lydon of the Major Crimes Bureau prosecuted the case.
Roger McDonough's pit bull terriers attacked and killed a man in October 2024 has been sentenced to a state prison term.
Albany Police were called on Oct. 9. 2024, to a rear yard at 594 Central Ave. for a report of dogs attacking a man. Police responded and found 59-year-old James Provost severely injured from bite wounds and internal injuries. In an attempt to stop the attack, one of the responding officers discharged his weapon, killing one of the dogs.
Provost succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police interviewed Daniels after he arrived not long after the attack. He admitted to owning the dogs and keeping them at the property.
Provost’s daughter, Jamie Provost, addressed the court and Daniels before sentencing, saying that her father’s death was a tragedy that didn’t have to happen.
“You took our father’s life from him through your negligent acts and the neglect of multiple dogs for multiple years,” she said. “The consequences of your actions will ripple through every significant life event for generations.”
Judge McDonough said that while he did not believe Daniels intended for anyone to be attacked, his lack of care for the animals contributed to Provost’s death.
Assistant District Attorney Stephen Lydon of the Major Crimes Bureau prosecuted the case.
Outcome:
The Defendant was found guilty and was sentenced to two to four years in prison.
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About This Case
What was the outcome of State of New York v. Roger McDonough?
The outcome was: The Defendant was found guilty and was sentenced to two to four years in prison.
Which court heard State of New York v. Roger McDonough?
This case was heard in Supreme Court, Albany County, New York, NY. The presiding judge was Roger McDonough.
Who were the attorneys in State of New York v. Roger McDonough?
Plaintiff's attorney: Albany County, New York, District Attorney's Office.
When was State of New York v. Roger McDonough decided?
This case was decided on March 2, 2026.