February 18, 2026
(McKinney, Texas) – Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis announced today that Kevin Dixon, 28, of Princeton, Texas, was sentenced to life in prison for seven counts of Injury to a Child Causing Serious Bodily Injury. Dixon, a previously convicted felon, repeatedly physically abused and starved his own six young children, some as young as two years old.
The Crime
In 2021, the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) became aware that the defendant had failed to provide adequate living conditions for his six small children and warned him against excessive discipline. However, in February 2025, DFPS contacted the family again and discovered that five children—all under ten years old, and as young as two—had numerous marks, permanent scars across their bodies, and appeared severely malnourished, weighing far less than normal for their ages.
The Investigation
Upon observing the children’s condition, Princeton Police Department officers launched an investigation. The children were forensically interviewed at the Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County, where each detailed the physical abuse and severe neglect. They described Dixon depriving them of food and repeatedly striking them with belts and cords—including beating one child for taking a candy bar. Princeton Detective Carolyn Crawford documented the extensive marks and permanent scars on each child, including the youngest, who was only two years old.
The Verdict and Sentence
Dixon pled guilty to seven counts of Injury to a Child Causing Serious Bodily Injury. During the punishment hearing, District Judge Kim Laseter heard evidence of Dixon’s prior 2015 robbery conviction, for which he served prison time. Due to his prior felony, he faced 15 to 99 years or life per count. The court sentenced him to life in prison on each of the five counts alleging physical abuse, and 25 years on the two counts alleging malnourishment. This life sentence ensures Dixon will never again be able to harm his children or any others.
Statement from DA Greg Willis
“This father brutally beat and starved his own young children—some toddlers—leaving permanent scars and lasting trauma. A tough sentence like life in prison is what it takes to protect vulnerable kids and ensure those who inflict such harm face full accountability. My office will always stand up for children who can’t defend themselves,” said Willis following the sentencing.
Prosecution Team
Assistant Criminal District Attorneys Jean-Marie Anderson and Wendy Correa prosecuted the case, assisted by District Attorney Investigator Greg Bowers.
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