Video Evidence Presented in Syracuse Murder Trial
Prosecutors showed footage of a defendant destroying a memorial for a teen victim shot in 2023.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Violence
Prosecutors in Syracuse presented Snapchat video evidence during the murder trial of Caleb Gibson, who is accused of killing 15-year-old Karon Works. The footage includes a video of Gibson destroying a memorial site dedicated to the victim following the shooting.
Why it matters
The trial seeks to address the fatal shooting of Karon Works, a crime that led to the convictions of two other individuals. Gibson, who was 16 at the time of the incident, faces a potential sentence of 40 years to life if convicted.
Caleb Gibson is currently on trial facing a potential sentence of 40 years to life. His co-defendants, Ny'Zhon Thomas and Ja'Kye Jamison, have already been sentenced to 24 years to life and 40 years to life in prison, respectively.
The players
Caleb Gibson
He is the defendant currently on trial for the murder of Karon Works.
Karon Works
He was the 15-year-old victim who was fatally shot in December 2023.
Ny'Zhon Thomas
He was a co-defendant who pleaded guilty and received a sentence of 24 years to life in prison.
Ja'Kye Jamison
He was a co-defendant who was convicted and sentenced to 40 years to life in prison.
The details
Prosecutors allege that Gibson and his co-defendants lured Karon Works into the woods of Lower Onondaga Park before firing at least 12 shots. The trial recently featured Snapchat videos filmed by the suspects, including footage captured in the hours after the shooting.
Timeline
December 12, 2023: Karon Works was fatally shot.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026: Evidence was presented at Gibson's murder trial.
Legal Context
This case follows the established legal trajectory set by the prosecutions of Ny'Zhon Thomas and Ja'Kye Jamison. The ongoing proceedings in Syracuse highlight the judicial approach to juvenile involvement in violent crimes and the use of digital evidence in local murder cases.
The high-profile nature of this case and the use of social media evidence have drawn significant attention to safety in local public spaces like Lower Onondaga Park. Residents and local businesses remain closely focused on the legal outcomes as the court process continues.
The takeaway
The use of social media footage in court highlights how digital activity can provide critical documentation for prosecutors. This case serves as a reminder of the lasting legal consequences resulting from violent actions involving young individuals.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Syracuse.
