Convicted Killer Marvelo Wilson Flees After Bonding Out on Gun Charge

Authorities warn the public that the 25-year-old with a violent history is considered "armed and dangerous."

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Marvelo "MJ" Wilson, a convicted murderer with a history of violent crime, is on the run after bonding out on a recent gun charge. Wilson is linked to an attempted homicide in Racine (2022) and a 2025 homicide investigation in Kenosha. Authorities warn the public that Wilson has "violent tendencies" and is considered "armed and dangerous."

Why it matters

Wilson's criminal history and violent behavior pose a serious threat to public safety in the Racine, Kenosha, and Chicagoland areas where he has ties. His ability to bond out and then flee law enforcement raises concerns about the effectiveness of the criminal justice system in dealing with repeat offenders.

The details

Wilson, 25, was arrested in December on a gun charge. He made his initial court appearance but then disappeared after bonding out. Authorities say Wilson has a history of violent crime, including a murder conviction in Illinois when he was 16 years old. He has also been investigated for an attempted homicide in Racine in 2022 and a homicide in Kenosha in 2025.

  • In November 2025, Wilson was mentioned as being involved in a homicide that occurred in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
  • In December, Wilson was arrested on a gun charge in Racine.
  • Wilson made his initial court appearance but then bonded out and fled.

The players

Marvelo "MJ" Wilson

A 25-year-old convicted murderer with a history of violent crime, including an attempted homicide in Racine in 2022 and a homicide investigation in Kenosha in 2025.

Michael Seeger

A Racine Police Detective and US Marshals Task Force Officer who is involved in the search for Wilson.

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What they’re saying

“He has violent tendencies. He's considered armed and dangerous.”

— Michael Seeger, Racine Police Detective and US Marshals Task Force Officer

“We'll catch up to you. Law enforcement will arrest you.”

— Michael Seeger, Racine Police Detective and US Marshals Task Force Officer

What’s next

Authorities are actively searching for Wilson and urging the public to contact them with any information about his whereabouts. The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether to revoke Wilson's bond.

The takeaway

This case highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in dealing with repeat offenders who are able to bond out and then flee, potentially putting the public at risk. It raises questions about the effectiveness of the criminal justice system in preventing violent crimes and protecting public safety.