MERIDEN, CONNECTICUT – A man convicted of the brutal murder of his ex-girlfriend in Meriden has been sentenced to three decades in prison. Jason Watson was found guilty of strangling Perrie Mason, just before she disappeared in August 2019. Her remains were later discovered in Waterbury, where Watson had been employed.
The 41-year-old Watson faced charges of strangulation, assault, unlawful restraint, and disorderly conduct. He pleaded guilty on November 27 and was sentenced on Monday. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner ruled the cause of death as homicidal violence of unknown etiology and the manner of death a homicide.
Perrie Mason, a single mother of two boys, had recently relocated her family to Connecticut for a fresh start. Her tragic and untimely death has left a community grieving and seeking justice for her and her loved ones.
The sentencing of Jason Watson serves as a solemn reminder of the impact of domestic violence and its devastating consequences. It also highlights the importance of authorities and communities coming together to address and prevent such crimes.
The case also sheds light on the ongoing challenges faced by victims of domestic violence and the urgency of providing support and resources to those in need. The tragic loss of Perrie Mason serves as a wake-up call to strengthen efforts in combating and eradicating domestic violence in all its forms.