Tennessee native, self-proclaimed “serial killer” sentenced to 261 years of murder
A Memphis man, who called himself a “serial killer” during the trial, pleaded guilty to three counts of first-degree murder on Valentine’s Day and was sentenced to another 159 years in prison.
His sentence should be convicted of his previous convictions of two counts of first-degree murder, resulting in a total life sentence of 102 years. Merger, he faces 261 years in prison and five murders.
Joshua Dotson, who calls himself a killer, was convicted in 2020, killing his ex-girlfriend, Jamesha Covson, and was convicted of the child born in August 2024.
After Kovson’s death, Dosen wrote “The Fly High”. In honor of her, while calling her a “sex worker” in court, claiming she was aware of his previous murders, which he believed was his motive for killing her.
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Joshua Dotson, a Memphis man who called himself a “serial killer” during the trial, was sentenced to a total of 261 years after pleading guilty to a total of five murders. (Tennessee Department of Corrections)
After the first sentencing, the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office said in a statement that they hoped the punishment would bring some judicial justice to the mother and son.
“Today’s sentencing brings judicial measures to Jamesha Cofson and her unborn child,” a spokesperson for the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office said. “The court’s ruling confirms that those violence that ignores human life,” he said. Those who act will be responsible. Our hearts are related to the family and friends of Jamesha Covson, and we hope this sentence brings them some peace as they continue to feel sad for it. “
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Joshua Dotson was sentenced to 261 years in prison for five murders. (Shelby County District Attorney, Steve Muroy)
Dosen took an unorthodox approach during the trial, often testifying in his own defense and calling himself a “serial killer.” He also compared himself to the fictional murderer “Michael Myers”.
Dotson eventually declared responsible for three other murders between 2019 and 2020.
Joshua Dotson was convicted in August 2024, killing his ex-girlfriend, Jamesha Covson and their unborn child. (Brad vest/Getty image)
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Dosen pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in the deaths of Divieon Parker, two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of Renita Bennett and Reginald Anderson, and three counts of reckless and dangerous crimes with a deadly weapon.
“Five years later, we are delighted to finally deliver justice for several victims of Dotterson. His verdict, both of which were sentenced to 261 years in the post-trial guilty verdict and two requests today. The victim returns to his loved ones. , we are content that he will never threaten our community again.
