Overview
- The jury found Jenkins guilty of second-degree murder under a felony-murder theory, manslaughter, robbery, burglary and weapons possession, and not guilty of intentional murder.
- Sentencing is scheduled for December 11, and court officials said Jenkins faces a potential term of 25 years to life in prison.
- Prosecutors said Maria Coto, 56, was attacked on May 14, 2024, in Peekskill after she knocked on the wrong apartment door during a home visit and later died on June 19.
- Trial evidence included police body camera footage and a 911 call capturing Jenkins cursing at Coto during the assault.
- Prosecutors suggested Jenkins feared eviction from a Section 8 apartment as a possible motive, and Coto’s family expressed relief after the verdict.