Here are the latest public details I can share about Josie Dikeman based on recent reporting:
Coverage through May 14–16, 2026 indicates Josie Dikeman, in Wisconsin, faced charges of first-degree intentional homicide in the February 2023 death of 6-year-old Alexavier “AJ” Pedrin. Multiple outlets cited the autopsy finding blunt force trauma and the involvement of a sedative, with investigators noting a history of abuse concerns in the child's background. Some trials and courtroom updates occurred in early May 2026, including live streams and updates from Court TV and Law&Crime, with ongoing discussion of testimonies and evidence (e.g., the 911 call, forensic interview highlights).[1][2][3][5][6][8][9]
Trial status and proceedings in spring 2026 show ongoing courtroom activity, with references to Day 1 through Day 9 coverage in late April to May 2026, including defense questions, witness testimony regarding alleged abuse, and prosecutors presenting the homicide theory. Notable outlets include Court TV, Law&Crime, and Trial coverage channels that documented events as they unfolded in May 2026.[3][5][7]
Background context: The case centers on the death of 6-year-old Alexavier Pedrin in February 2023, with authorities alleging blunt force trauma as the cause, and reports of abuse within the home. Public reporting since 2023 has consistently identified Josie Dikeman as the defendant linked to the boy’s death, with charges including homicide and related child abuse counts. Several outlets carried initial reporting in 2023 and 2025 confirming the charges and evolving trial timeline.[9][10]
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An Onalaska Woman is was arrested and is being charged in the death of her 6 year old son, Alexavier Pedrin. 31 Year old Josie Dikeman is being charged for 1st Degree intentional homicide,, c…
wwisradio.comA 31-year-old Wisconsin woman has been charged with murder in the death of her 6-year-old son earlier this year. A criminal complaint says that Josie Dikeman stands accused of killing Alexavier Pedrin on February 11, WEAU reports. According to the complaint, Dikeman called 911 that morning and said her son was unresponsive. Crews arrived on …
www.crimeonline.comJosie Dikeman is charged with first-degree intentional homicide in the death of 6-year-old Alexavier 'AJ' Pedrin.
www.courttv.comJosie Dikeman is charged with homicide, child abuse and neglect in the death of her boyfriend’s 6-year-old son, Alexavier Pedrin.
www.courttv.comA homicide trial in a La Crosse child abuse case is being postponed until sometime next year. Josie Dikeman is scheduled for trial in the 2023 death of 6-year-old Alexavier Pedrin, who was the son of her boyfriend. Dikeman’s trial was supposed to begin August 11th, before Judge Elliott Levine, and last about three weeks. […]
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