Office of the District Attorney - Stacey Eads
News Release
July 8th, 2024
McKinleyville Man Sentenced to Prison for Voluntary Manslaughter
Today, Judge Steven Steward sentenced Daniel Forrest Rena-Dozier to serve 10 years and 8 months in prison for the April 8, 2023, killing of Mia Simone Felder. Ms. Felder and Mr. Dozier had been romantically involved prior to the killing which occurred at the McKinleyville residence of Mr. Dozier. Mr. Dozier was convicted by a jury on June 6, of voluntary manslaughter, assault with a semi-automatic firearm, possession of silencer and possession of a firearm with the serial number removed. Prior to imposing the sentence, Judge Steward heard from many family members regarding their tragic loss and the everlasting impact of Dozier’s crimes.