Teen Sentenced in Rodgers Forge Shooting | Baltimore News

A shocking robbery turned deadly in Rodgers Forge when 17-year-old Kai Wilson, armed with a laser-equipped handgun, shot Mark McKenzie during a botched home invasion. Now sentenced to 25 years — including five without parole — Wilson’s trial exposed a chilling crime caught on camera, with McKenzie testifying about the life-altering trauma. Despite Wilson’s lawyer claiming remorse and arguing McKenzie mistook the weapon for a toy, the judge recommended a maximum-security prison term. McKenzie, still recovering from life-threatening injuries and facing more surgeries, credits the community for his support — but the road to healing is long. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1b314e5bba6f5cfc