“Three Shots in the Dark”: 20/20 Reports on Bonnie Woodward Homicide June 27 2025

ABC’s 20/20 revisits one of the most disturbing and widely publicized murder cases in recent sports history with the encore episode Three Shots in the Dark, airing June 27, 2025. The two-hour special, anchored by Matt Gutman, delves into the 2022 murder of professional cyclist Anna Moriah Wilson and the international manhunt for her killer, Kaitlin Armstrong. Through interviews with law enforcement, witnesses, and Wilson’s family, the program offers a comprehensive account of a case driven by jealousy, deceit, and obsession.

The episode retraces Wilson’s final day, the events leading up to the shooting, Armstrong’s dramatic escape and capture, and the subsequent legal proceedings. It also explores the wider impact on the cycling community and the family’s pursuit of justice through both criminal and civil courts.

The Victim: A Promising Talent Lost

Anna Moriah “Mo” Wilson was a rising star in the world of gravel cycling. Born in Littleton, New Hampshire, in 1996 and raised in Vermont, she was a former nationally ranked skier who transitioned to cycling. After graduating from Dartmouth College with an engineering degree, Wilson was pursuing a full-time athletic career and was widely regarded as a top contender in her field.

Wilson was in Austin, Texas, in May 2022 preparing for the Gravel Locos race in Hico when she was murdered. She had gone for a swim and dinner with fellow cyclist Colin Strickland, a former romantic interest, just hours before her death. That night, she was fatally shot at the apartment of a friend where she was staying. Her death shocked the cycling world and devastated her family and supporters.

The Suspect: Kaitlin Armstrong and the Jealousy Motive

Kaitlin Armstrong, a yoga instructor and licensed realtor from Michigan, was in an on-again, off-again relationship with Strickland. During a brief separation in 2021, Strickland had a short-lived relationship with Wilson. Though the relationship was brief and reportedly turned platonic, Armstrong viewed Wilson as a threat.

Investigators soon identified Armstrong as the prime suspect. Surveillance footage showed her black Jeep near the crime scene shortly before the murder, and ballistic evidence linked a firearm registered to her to the shell casings found at the scene. A search of Strickland and Armstrong’s shared home revealed two firearms, one of which matched the casing near Wilson’s body. Armstrong’s silence and evasive behavior during police questioning further raised suspicion.

The Escape: Forty-Three Days on the Run

Two days after being questioned, Armstrong fled the country using her sister’s passport. She traveled to Costa Rica, altered her appearance, and used aliases while seeking yoga instruction work in remote towns. The U.S. Marshals’ Lone Star Fugitive Task Force tracked her movements through digital clues and witness tips.

A key breakthrough came when investigators placed an ad for a yoga instructor on a local Facebook page. Armstrong responded, unknowingly revealing her whereabouts. U.S. Marshals, assisted by local Costa Rican police, arrested her on June 29, 2022, in Santa Teresa. They discovered receipts for cosmetic surgery and observed noticeable changes to her appearance, including dyed hair and a bandaged nose.

The Trial: Evidence, Verdict, and Sentencing

Following her extradition to Texas, Armstrong pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder. The trial began in October 2023 after several delays. During proceedings, prosecutors presented strong forensic evidence, including ballistic tests and surveillance footage. Armstrong’s escape attempt just weeks before the trial further damaged her credibility.

On November 16, 2023, Armstrong was found guilty by a jury. The following day, she was sentenced to 90 years in prison, with the possibility of parole after 30 years. She is currently serving her sentence at the Dr. Lane Murray Unit. Her appeal was later denied, closing a significant chapter in the criminal proceedings.

Civil Proceedings: The Wilson Family’s Fight for Justice

Beyond the criminal case, the Wilson family pursued civil action. In May 2024, they filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Armstrong, seeking at least $1 million. A Travis County judge ultimately awarded the family $15 million in damages. Just days after the original lawsuit, Armstrong transferred her remaining assets to relatives and Strickland. In response, the Wilson family filed a second lawsuit alleging fraudulent transfer to prevent collection.

These legal efforts aim not only to hold Armstrong financially accountable but also to ensure she cannot benefit from her crime through media rights or other ventures.

Aftermath: Legacy and Memorials

Following her death, Wilson’s family established the Moriah Wilson Foundation to honor her legacy and promote community health through sport. A trail named “Moriah’s Ascent” was constructed at Kingdom Trails in Vermont, a place close to her heart. The cycling community continues to mourn the loss of an athlete who was widely seen as a future champion and a positive force in the sport.

The story has since been adapted for television, including the Lifetime movie Yoga Teacher Killer: The Kaitlin Armstrong Story. Though dramatized, the film reflects continued public interest in the case and its complex dynamics.

Three Shots in the Dark offers viewers a detailed and sobering look into a tragic case driven by romantic jealousy and the dangerous consequences of obsession. Through thorough reporting and exclusive interviews, 20/20 provides clarity on a story that captivated and horrified a nation.