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crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Fugitive Killer Caught: U.S. Marshals Use Yoga Ad as Trap"

Kaitlin Armstrong, convicted of the murder of cyclist Anna Moriah Wilson, was hiding in Costa Rica when she responded to a yoga ad, leading to her arrest. Armstrong was jealous of Wilson for dating her boyfriend and fled to Costa Rica after the killing. She was eventually caught by U.S. Marshals after they placed a fake yoga ad and was sentenced to 90 years in prison.

crime1 year ago

"48 Hours: Feds Capture Kaitlin Armstrong with Yoga Teacher Ad"

Kaitlin Armstrong, convicted in the love triangle murder of cyclist Anna Moriah Wilson, was caught by US Marshals in Costa Rica after responding to a phony ad for a yoga instructor, placed by the feds. Armstrong had altered her appearance with plastic surgery and used multiple new names to evade authorities. She was found at a hostel and brought back to Texas, where she is serving a 90-year sentence for the murder.

crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Unraveling the Capture of Fugitive Yoga Teacher Kaitlin Armstrong"

Kaitlin Armstrong, serving 90 years for murdering cyclist Anna Moriah Wilson, was caught by U.S. Marshals after answering an ad for a yoga instructor. Armstrong vanished after the murder, leading to an international manhunt. Armstrong's boyfriend, Colin Strickland, briefly dated Wilson, and Armstrong was suspected due to her phone being off on the night of the murder. U.S. Marshals tracked Armstrong to Costa Rica, where they placed ads for a yoga instructor to lure her out. Armstrong's sister revealed she had returned to Austin, leading to her eventual capture.

crime2 years ago

Kaitlin Armstrong Receives 90-Year Sentence for Murder of Pro Cyclist

Kaitlin Armstrong has been sentenced to 90 years in prison for the murder of professional cyclist Anna Moriah Wilson. Armstrong tracked Wilson to her apartment and shot her three times in a jealous rage. The jury deliberated for three hours before delivering the sentence. Wilson's family expressed relief that justice had been served but acknowledged that there were no winners in this tragic case. Armstrong's defense attorneys had sought a lesser sentence, but she will be eligible for parole in 30 years. Wilson, an emerging star in pro gravel and mountain bike racing, was visiting Austin before a race when she was killed.

crime2 years ago

Kaitlin Armstrong Receives 90-Year Sentence for Murder of Mo Wilson

Kaitlin Armstrong has been sentenced to 90 years in prison for the murder of Anna Moriah Wilson. Armstrong was found guilty by a Travis County jury and faced up to 99 years in prison. The victim's father expressed the need for prayer and healing, while the defense attorney extended condolences to both families. Armstrong will be eligible for parole in 30 years. Victim impact statements were given by individuals affected by the tragedy, highlighting the senselessness of the act. Prosecutors argued that jealousy was the motive behind the murder. Witnesses testified that Armstrong was jealous of Wilson, who had briefly dated Armstrong's boyfriend.

crime2 years ago

"Texas Woman Receives 90-Year Sentence for Murder of Elite Cyclist in Love Triangle"

Kaitlin Armstrong has been sentenced to 90 years in prison for the first-degree murder of professional cyclist Anna Moriah "Mo" Wilson in Texas in May 2022. Armstrong's case gained national attention after she went missing for over 40 days following the murder. The jury also ordered Armstrong to pay a $10,000 fine. Armstrong's defense argued that police neglected to test all evidence and consider other suspects, while the prosecution presented evidence pointing to Armstrong as the killer. Wilson was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds just days before a bike race she was set to compete in.

crime2 years ago

"Key DNA Evidence and Intense Cross-Examination Highlight Kaitlin Armstrong Murder Trial"

The murder trial of Kaitlin Armstrong, accused of killing champion off-road cyclist Moriah 'Mo' Wilson, is underway in Austin, Texas. Prosecutors allege that Armstrong, motivated by jealousy over Wilson's relationship with her boyfriend, shot Wilson three times after she was dropped off by her friend. Surveillance footage, GPS data, and witness testimonies have been presented as evidence. Armstrong fled to Costa Rica under an assumed name and had plastic surgery to change her appearance before being arrested. The trial is ongoing, and Armstrong maintains her innocence.

crime2 years ago

"Pro Cyclist's Testimony Reveals Shocking Details in Kaitlin Armstrong Trial"

In the trial of Kaitlin Armstrong, who is charged with the murder of professional cyclist Anna Moriah "Mo" Wilson, Armstrong's defense team is suggesting that her live-in boyfriend, Colin Strickland, may have triggered her actions by asking her to stop attending his pro races. Strickland testified that he had a prior fling with the victim and had a rocky relationship with Armstrong. The defense is potentially aiming for a lesser charge, arguing that Strickland's actions made Armstrong unstable. Strickland's combative testimony and disputes over evidence, including DNA and ballistics, have emerged in the trial.

crime2 years ago

"Key revelations and testimonies unfold in Kaitlin Armstrong trial for alleged murder of pro cyclist Mo Wilson"

Text messages between Kaitlin Armstrong's boyfriend, Colin Strickland, and his former lover, Moriah 'Mo' Wilson, were revealed during Armstrong's murder trial. Strickland testified that Armstrong was jealous of his relationships with other women. The messages also showed Armstrong managing Strickland's earnings as a professional cyclist and warning him against spending time with Wilson. If convicted, Armstrong faces up to 99 years in prison. The prosecution claims she shot Wilson using a gun purchased by Strickland and then fled the scene on Wilson's bicycle. Armstrong fled to Costa Rica but was arrested and brought back to the US.

crime2 years ago

"Yoga Teacher on Trial: New Evidence Links Her to Murder"

The trial of Kaitlin Armstrong, a yoga teacher accused of murdering pro cyclist Anna Moriah "Mo" Wilson, continued in Texas with witness testimony. Jurors watched bodycam footage of detectives informing Armstrong and her then-boyfriend Colin Strickland of Wilson's death. Prosecutors allege that Armstrong targeted Wilson due to a love triangle involving Strickland. Armstrong appeared emotionless in the footage. Crime scene specialist Mirezha Guevara testified about evidence seized during a search warrant at Strickland's residence, including Armstrong's passport and foreign currency. Armstrong fled the country after the shooting but was captured and charged with murder. She has pleaded not guilty and faces up to 99 years in prison.

crime2 years ago

"Fitness App and Bullet Casings: Key Evidence in Kaitlin Armstrong Trial"

Prosecutors in the trial of Kaitlin Armstrong, a Texas woman accused of murdering professional cyclist Anna Moriah "Mo" Wilson, alleged that Armstrong stalked Wilson using a GPS fitness app and shot her through the heart. The victim, who was romantically involved with Armstrong's boyfriend, was found shot multiple times in a friend's apartment. Prosecutors presented evidence of Armstrong's access to the boyfriend's electronic devices and alleged stalking behavior. Armstrong fled the country after the murder, undergoing plastic surgery to change her appearance, but was eventually arrested in Costa Rica and brought back to the United States to face charges. Defense attorneys argued that there is no hard evidence linking Armstrong to the crime.

crime2 years ago

Kaitlin Armstrong Trial: Yoga Teacher Accused of Murdering Love Rival in Shocking Crime

Opening statements were heard in the murder trial of Kaitlin Armstrong, a Texas yoga teacher charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of professional cyclist Anna Moriah "Mo" Wilson. Prosecutors plan to present audio and video evidence, including surveillance footage capturing the shooting, as well as DNA evidence linking Armstrong to the crime scene. Defense attorneys argue that the state's forensic science is unreliable and that Armstrong had no presence at the scene. The trial is expected to last two weeks.

crime2 years ago

"Yoga Teacher Kaitlin Armstrong's Murder Trial Commences with Shocking Opening Statements"

The trial of Kaitlin Armstrong, a yoga teacher accused of murdering Moriah 'Mo' Wilson, has begun with prosecutors alleging that Armstrong shot Wilson in the heart after discovering she had been texting her boyfriend. Armstrong denies the charges, and her defense lawyers plan to focus on reason, doubt, and common sense. Prosecutors claim that surveillance footage and cell phone evidence, along with testimony from Wilson's boyfriend and a friend who found her body, will support their case. Armstrong had been on the run before being apprehended in Costa Rica.

crime2 years ago

"Accused Cyclist Killer Attempts Escape During Medical Appointment"

Kaitlin Armstrong, who is awaiting trial for the murder of professional cyclist Anna Moriah Wilson, briefly escaped from officers during a medical appointment in Texas. Armstrong ran for over a block before being apprehended by deputies. Details about her restraints and the reason for the appointment were not disclosed. Armstrong, who fled the country after the murder and was later arrested in Costa Rica, has been charged with murder and faces up to 99 years in prison if convicted. It is unclear if she will face additional charges for the escape attempt.

crime2 years ago

Kaitlin Armstrong's Escape Attempt Foiled, Back in Custody

Kaitlin Armstrong, the suspect in the murder of professional cyclist Anna Moriah Wilson, attempted to escape custody while being escorted to a doctor's appointment in Texas. She ran for over a block before being apprehended by deputies. Armstrong had fled the country after the murder and was arrested in Costa Rica. She faces charges of murder and could receive up to 99 years in prison if convicted. It is unclear if she will face additional charges for the attempted escape.