Texas Jury Sentences Kaitlin Armstrong to 90 Years in Prison for the Murder of Professional Cyclist Anna “Mo” Wilson

A Texas jury has sentenced Kaitlin Armstrong, 35, to 90 years in prison for the May 2022 shooting death of professional cyclist Anna “Mo” Wilson. Armstrong was found guilty of first-degree murder after a three-hour deliberation on Thursday.

Wilson, 25, was a rising star in the world of off-road bike racing and was suspected to be romantically involved with Armstrong’s boyfriend, champion cyclist Colin Strickland, 35. Armstrong tracked Wilson to a friend’s apartment and shot her three times.

Prosecutors argued that Armstrong acted out of jealousy and rage. Armstrong’s defense attorneys had urged the jury to consider something less than life that would still keep her off the streets for a long time. However, the jury decided to sentence her to the maximum penalty.

The trial and sentencing were the culmination of a 43-day international search for the killer. Armstrong was the only suspect in the case. Texas defendants have the option to let a jury, rather than a judge, decide their sentence.

The tragic death of Anna “Mo” Wilson has shocked the cycling community and her family. Her friends and family have expressed their grief and hope that the sentence will bring them some closure.