Former Ballerina Convicted of Manslaughter in Death of Husband

Former ballerina Ashley Benefield was convicted of manslaughter over the shooting death of her estranged husband. Benefield claimed her husband abused her and that she shot him in self-defense after he smacked her. Prosecutors argued the shooting was premeditated so that she could gain sole custody over their young daughter. A sentencing hearing will be scheduled at a later date. Benefield faces up to 30 years in prison.