Jury Began Deliberations in Syracuse Murder Trial
Jurors are deciding the fate of a man charged in the 2023 killing of a teen in Lower Onondaga Park.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Violence
A jury has begun deliberations in the murder trial of 19-year-old Caleb Gibson regarding the death of Karon Works. Gibson faces charges of second-degree murder and three counts of second-degree criminal possession of a weapon for the 2023 incident.
Why it matters
The trial centers on the killing of 15-year-old Karon Works, which resulted in the discovery of 12 shell casings at the scene. Two other individuals, Ny'Zhon Thomas and Ja'Kye Jamison, have already received prison sentences of 24 years to life and 40 years to life, respectively.
Caleb Gibson, who was 16 at the time of the killing, currently faces a potential sentence of 40 years to life if convicted. Two co-defendants have already been sentenced to prison terms ranging from 24 to 40 years to life.
The players
Caleb Gibson
He is a 19-year-old defendant currently on trial for charges including second-degree murder.
Karon Works
He was a 15-year-old victim killed in a shooting at Lower Onondaga Park.
Ny'Zhon Thomas
He is an individual convicted in the same case who received a sentence of 24 years to life in prison.
Ja'Kye Jamison
He is a convicted co-defendant who was sentenced to 40 years to life in prison.
The details
Prosecutors presented evidence including ShotSpotter audio recordings that captured the gunshots at Lower Onondaga Park. During the trial, evidence was also introduced showing that Gibson posted social media videos of himself destroying a memorial for the victim.
Timeline
December 12, 2023: Karon Works was killed in Lower Onondaga Park.
October 13, 2026: Prosecution and defense presented closing arguments.
October 14, 2026: The jury began deliberations in the trial.
Legal Context
The trial of Caleb Gibson follows the legal pattern established by the prosecution and sentencing of Ny'Zhon Thomas and Ja'Kye Jamison. These proceedings reflect the local judicial response to incidents involving multiple defendants in violent crimes.
The conclusion of this trial marks the end of the judicial process for the shooting in a public space. Local residents may see continued interest in security measures within city parks following the high-profile nature of the case.
The takeaway
The jury must weigh the evidence presented during the trial, including audio recordings of the incident. Community members can monitor the court's final decision to understand the outcome for the remaining defendant.
Further reading
For more information on similar legal proceedings, see the Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Syracuse.
