Rockford, IL – Four Rockford men face felony charges following a police investigation into a mid-January shooting that left one man injured while inside his vehicle.
According to the Rockford Police Department, officers responded to the 4100 block of Linden Road around 2:25 p.m. on January 14, 2026, after receiving reports that a man had been shot. Detectives continued the investigation, and on January 29, they executed a search warrant at a residence connected to the case.
During the search, police say they recovered a handgun, an automatic weapon, and a rifle. Officers with the Belvidere Police Department’s Special Tactics Unit assisted with the operation.
Following a review of the case, the Boone County State’s Attorney’s Office approved multiple charges. The suspects were lodged in the Boone County Jail:
- Mikwon King, 22, of Rockford – Possession of a Firearm (No Valid FOID), Unlawful Use of a Weapon
- Amonte King, 20, of Rockford – Possession of a Firearm (No Valid FOID), Unlawful Use of a Weapon
- Jdynn King, 18, of Rockford – Possession of a Firearm (No Valid FOID), Unlawful Use of a Weapon
- Mardarion Whitlock, 18, of Rockford – Possession of a Firearm (No Valid FOID), Unlawful Use of a Weapon
Police noted that additional charges may be filed as the investigation continues.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Rockford Police at 815-966-2900 or submit an anonymous tip through Rockford Area Crime Stoppers at 815-963-7867.
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