Ex-Baylor Player Carlton Dotson: On Parole, Now Back in Waco

Waco, Texas, was shaken in 2003 when Carlton Dotson, a former Baylor University basketball player, shot and killed his teammate, Patrick Dennehy. The tragic story dominated headlines across Texas—virtually no one could avoid hearing about the shocking incident.

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Carlton Dotson: What We Know About His Parole and Return to Waco

According to KWTX, after serving 19 years of a 35-year prison sentence and pleading guilty to murder, Dotson was released on parole to McLennan County on November 19, 2024, as confirmed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

Former Baylor Player Carlton Dotson Released on Parole, Back in Waco Area

KWTX attempted to contact Dotson through the Waco parole office and an uncle residing in North Carolina, but received no response. Dotson’s uncle, Alvin Dotson, stated that his nephew had no interest in accepting an interview request. Neither Alvin nor parole officials would provide further information about Carlton Dotson.

It remains to be seen how McLennan County will respond to his release. Nonetheless, the reality is that Dotson has served his time and is now a free man.