James Dotson, Jr., age 32
Lost to gun violence on November 2, 2025 in Jackson, Mississippi.
The sheriff confirmed Sgt. Dotson, an 8-year veteran of the Hind's Co. Sheriff's office, was off-duty at the time of his death. Thank you for your service & RIP.
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News sources:
- Nov 6: Hattiesburg American: Authorities arrest, charge two suspects in death of Hinds County sergeant
- https://www.wlbt.com: Clinton PD arrests armed robbery/aggravated assault suspect
- Nov 3: https://www.wlbt.com: Suspect in Hinds County sergeant killing captured in Vicksburg
- SuperTalk Mississippi Media: Officials searching for man accused of killing Hinds County sheriff's sergeant - SuperTalk Mississippi
- Nov 3: https://mississippitoday.org/2025/11/03/hinds-county-deputy-is-shot-to-death-in-jackson-sheriff-says/
- Gun Violence Archive
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