The top link says nothing but connects to this link: https://whnt.com/news/northeast-alabama/2-marshall-county-residents-charged-with-sodomy-bestiality/?ipid=recirc_one This link only says a disabled person was the victim and a domesticated animal was involved.
They had their own internet since the 80's. Closed circle regarding information, cultural norms, changing attitudes, etc. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minitel
Nope, only that if she wasnt a chick it would be a different story completely. Particularly because the victim that died was a mother of 3. Prediction: plea deal down to time served or probation, max 5 years.