Christopher Swilley v. State

OPINION 1

ANNE GARDNER, JUSTICE

Appellant Christopher Swilley appeals his conviction for the felony offense of cruelty to animals. Appellant contends that the trial court erred by denying his motion for a mistrial after the jury heard evidence of an extraneous offense also involving cruelty to animals. Appellant further asserts the evidence was insufficient to support his conviction. We affirm the trial court’s judgment.

Background

In the indictment, the State alleged Appellant intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly tortured or in a cruel manner killed or caused serious bodily injury to an…