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Kaitlin Armstrong attempts to flee custody in advance of murder trial
November 1, 2023
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On Wednesday, opening statements are scheduled for the trial of Kaitlin Armstrong, the woman accused of fatally shooting 25-year-old elite cyclist  Moriah “Mo” Wilson in Texas in May 2022.

Armstrong has entered a not guilty plea to the first-degree murder charge in connection with Wilson’s death. On Monday, a jury was selected of eight women and six men.

Additional charges

Armstrong as well has a federal charge of unlawful flight to avoid prosecution.  She fled to Costa Rica immediately following Wilson’s death and remained missing for over 40 days. Ultimately, she was apprehended in Costa Rica and extradited to the United States in July 2022 to face these charges. Just weeks before the trial, Armstrong attempted to escape custody during a medical appointment, resulting in an additional felony charge of escape causing bodily injury.

But of course there’s a video of Kaitlin Armstrong fleeing

Over a year since murder

Wilson was killed on May 11, after which Armstrong promptly left the country for Costa Rica. On May 17, 2022, a homicide warrant was issued for Armstrong.  The warrant was based on video surveillance showing a Jeep resembling hers near the location where Wilson’s body was discovered. Armstrong sold that Jeep at a discounted price prior to fleeing the country.

On the run

During her time as a fugitive, Armstrong managed to evade authorities, prompting a significant manhunt by US Marshals, which eventually led to her capture 43 days later. It has been reported that she underwent cosmetic surgery to alter her appearance while on the run and was found in possession of two passports, one of which was believed to be her sister’s.

Colin Strickland regrets buying Kaitlin Armstrong a gun

On the day of the murder, she allegedly became consumed by jealousy upon learning that Wilson was with her then-boyfriend, Colin Strickland. She stands accused of going to Wilson’s apartment and fatally shooting her.

Jury to hear about escape bid

Armstrong has requested an expedited trial and maintains her plea of not guilty to the charges. The court will also permit the prosecution to inform the jury about her unsuccessful attempt to escape custody.