Man accused of fatally stabbing Rockford Walmart worker in alleged racial attack still awaits trial two years later

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Two years after a fatal stabbing inside a Rockford Walmart shocked the community and drew national attention, the man accused in the attack is still awaiting trial.

Court filings show ongoing motions and evaluations. Carter is due back in court on March 19.

Timothy Carter, 30, of Cabery, Illinois, is charged with first‑degree murder and a hate crime in the death of 18‑year‑old Walmart employee Jason Jenkins, who was stabbed on March 24, 2024 inside the Northridge Drive Walmart…

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