Lorenzo Wood, Jr., age 59, of Oshkosh, was sentenced on April 29 to 180 months in federal prison for a Hobbs Act robbery and possession of a firearm as a felon by an armed career criminal. The sentencing was announced by Brad D. Schimel, First Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin.
The case centers on an incident just after midnight on October 13, 2025, when Wood entered the Kwik Trip off Highway 41 on Jackson Street in Oshkosh with a revolver. He pointed the gun at the clerk and demanded money from the register before fleeing with $170 in a silver SUV. Law enforcement tracked his vehicle and identified him using surveillance footage that showed his distinct walking gait. A search at his residence led to recovery of the revolver used during the robbery.
At sentencing, U.S. District Judge Byron B. Conway highlighted both the serious nature of Wood’s crime and its impact on the victim. Judge Conway said that Wood has spent much of his adult life incarcerated for similar offenses and noted that due to his age and health issues he is likely to spend most of his remaining years in prison. After serving time, Wood will have five years of supervised release.
“The message is clear,” said First Assistant U.S. Attorney Schimel. “Violent criminals who terrorize our community with firearms will be caught and locked up in prison. I am proud of our law enforcement and prosecution team that works hard day and night to keep our communities safe.”
Winnebago County Sheriff John Matz also acknowledged law enforcement efforts: “I want to express my appreciation to the deputies that solved this case,” Matz said. “It was not only Kwik Trip video but also the use of Flock that brought this incident to a close. As always, we appreciate collaborating with our federal partners.”
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This case was investigated by Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office and prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Daniel R. Humble.
