Rockford, Illinois – An 18-year-old Walmart employee tragically lost their life in a violent attack at a store in Rockford, Illinois on Sunday night. Reports indicate that the incident occurred at around 6 p.m. at the retailer’s store located near the Wisconsin state line.
Law enforcement officials from the Rockford Police Department responded to the scene after receiving reports of a Walmart employee who had sustained a life-threatening stab wound during the attack. The victim, whose identity has not been disclosed as of early Monday morning, was working inside the store at the time of the assault.
Despite being rushed to a nearby hospital for medical treatment, the young worker ultimately succumbed to their injuries. The Walmart company expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss, extending condolences to the victim’s family, and pledged to provide support to all associates affected by the incident.
The Rockford Police Department identified the suspected assailant as 28-year-old Timothy Delanostorm Carter from Cabery, Illinois, approximately 140 miles southeast of the crime scene. Following a review of the case by the Winnabego County District Attorney’s Office, Carter was charged with first-degree murder. Additional charges may also be forthcoming as the investigation progresses.
Currently, Timothy Carter remains in custody without bail, as indicated by online records from the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office. Scheduled arraignment on felony charges is expected to take place early Monday afternoon, with no defense attorney publicly listed for Carter’s representation at this time.
Authorities have not yet determined a motive for the senseless killing, and details about any possible connection between the victim and the suspect remain unknown. Inquiries into the case are ongoing, and the Rockford Police Department encourages anyone with information to come forward to assist in the investigation.