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State of New York v. Clarkson Wilson
Date: 03-02-2026
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Judge: Not Available
Court: Supreme Court, New York County, New York
Plaintiff's Attorney: New York County, New York, District Attorney's Office
Defendant's Attorney:
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Description:
New York City, New York, criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with Second Degree and two counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree.
Clarkson Wilson, age 47, dated Imani Armstrong or about six months until she attempted to end their relationship. On September 1, 2022, WILSON traveled into Manhattan on the subway and exited near the IHOP Restaurant where Ms. Armstrong worked. WILSON then lay in wait for almost seven hours until she left before following her down the street.
“Imani Armstrong, age 25, was leaving her job one morning, not knowing that her life would be cut short by an ex-partner with a gun. Clarkson Wilson is facing significant prison time for his calculated, callous, and deadly conduct,” said District Attorney Bragg. “While this sentencing will not bring Ms. Armstrong back, I hope that it can serve as a measure of closure for her loved ones who continue to mourn her loss.”
After following her for several blocks east and putting on a sweatshirt, WILSON shot Ms. Armstrong at point blank range in the back of the head. Video surveillance captured WILSON fleeing the scene at the corner of 14th Street and Irving Place, changing his clothing to avoid law enforcement, and taking the subway back to Brooklyn.
Assistant D.A. Tricia Phillips (Deputy Chief of Trial Bureau 80) handled the prosecution of this case with Assistant D.A. Jonathan Horn (Trial Bureau 80) under the supervision of Assistant D.A. Siobhan Carty (Chief of Trial Bureau 80) and Executive Assistant D.A. Lisa DelPizzo (Chief of the Trial Division). Analyst Devery Kerr (Trial Bureau 80) and Trial Preparation Assistant Steven Hendrickson (Trial Bureau 80) provided invaluable assistance in this case.
D.A. Bragg thanked NYPD, particularly former Detective Steven Stiller of the Manhattan South Homicide Squad and the 13th Precinct Detective Squad.
Clarkson Wilson, age 47, dated Imani Armstrong or about six months until she attempted to end their relationship. On September 1, 2022, WILSON traveled into Manhattan on the subway and exited near the IHOP Restaurant where Ms. Armstrong worked. WILSON then lay in wait for almost seven hours until she left before following her down the street.
“Imani Armstrong, age 25, was leaving her job one morning, not knowing that her life would be cut short by an ex-partner with a gun. Clarkson Wilson is facing significant prison time for his calculated, callous, and deadly conduct,” said District Attorney Bragg. “While this sentencing will not bring Ms. Armstrong back, I hope that it can serve as a measure of closure for her loved ones who continue to mourn her loss.”
After following her for several blocks east and putting on a sweatshirt, WILSON shot Ms. Armstrong at point blank range in the back of the head. Video surveillance captured WILSON fleeing the scene at the corner of 14th Street and Irving Place, changing his clothing to avoid law enforcement, and taking the subway back to Brooklyn.
Assistant D.A. Tricia Phillips (Deputy Chief of Trial Bureau 80) handled the prosecution of this case with Assistant D.A. Jonathan Horn (Trial Bureau 80) under the supervision of Assistant D.A. Siobhan Carty (Chief of Trial Bureau 80) and Executive Assistant D.A. Lisa DelPizzo (Chief of the Trial Division). Analyst Devery Kerr (Trial Bureau 80) and Trial Preparation Assistant Steven Hendrickson (Trial Bureau 80) provided invaluable assistance in this case.
D.A. Bragg thanked NYPD, particularly former Detective Steven Stiller of the Manhattan South Homicide Squad and the 13th Precinct Detective Squad.
Outcome:
The Defendant was found guilty and was sentenced to 25 years-to-life in state prison
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About This Case
What was the outcome of State of New York v. Clarkson Wilson?
The outcome was: The Defendant was found guilty and was sentenced to 25 years-to-life in state prison
Which court heard State of New York v. Clarkson Wilson?
This case was heard in Supreme Court, New York County, New York, NY. The presiding judge was Not Available.
Who were the attorneys in State of New York v. Clarkson Wilson?
Plaintiff's attorney: New York County, New York, District Attorney's Office. Defendant's attorney: Click Here For The Best New York Criminal Defense Lawyer Directory.
When was State of New York v. Clarkson Wilson decided?
This case was decided on March 2, 2026.