I don’t have real-time access to the latest court records right now, but here’s the most recent context I can share based on publicly available summaries:
Summary of case: Josie Dikeman faced charges in Wisconsin related to the February 2023 death of 6-year-old Alexavier “AJ” Pedrin, including first-degree intentional homicide, chronic neglect of a child resulting in death, and repeated physical abuse. Prosecution described allegations of ongoing abuse; defense sought to raise reasonable doubt and suggested others may have been responsible. The trial has involved extensive testimony and coverage leading up to a verdict, with media outlets providing daily courtroom updates and verdict-watch coverage [sources referenced in my compilation include Court TV coverage summaries and independent outlets from May 2026].[1][3][5][6]
Status as of mid-May 2026: Court TV and related outlets reported the jury had begun deliberations after more than a week of testimony, with verdict expectations noted by multiple coverage sources. Several days of proceedings covered closing arguments and jury instructions, with ongoing emphasis on whether the evidence supported first-degree homicide versus other charges.[2][3][5][6]
Prior reporting: Earlier in 2025 and 2026, outlets noted delays and scheduling changes for the trial, including postponements and adjustments to the proceedings, while continuing to cover the evolving timeline and evidentiary issues raised by both sides.[4]
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A 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. […]
www.wizmnews.comJosie Dikeman is charged with first-degree intentional homicide in the death of 6-year-old Alexavier 'AJ' Pedrin.
www.courttv.comAn 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.comJosie Dikeman said she was the victim of abuse at the hands of her boyfriend as she stands trial for the death of his son.
www.courttv.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 …
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