Crosby, Texas – A tragic incident unfolded in Crosby, Texas when 19-year-old Marissa Dikeman lost her life due to a “joke gone wrong.” Cayman Wilson, the individual responsible for the shotgun blast that took her life, recently pleaded guilty to manslaughter. However, the plea deal he accepted means he will not serve any prison time.
Reports indicate that the shooting occurred in 2022 when Wilson, a family friend and co-worker of Dikeman, called her into a room in her Crosby home and intentionally pulled the trigger at point-blank range, resulting in her death. Wilson, who was 17 years old at the time, claimed he was simply “playing a joke.” He was subsequently charged with manslaughter and spent a day in jail before eventually agreeing to a plea deal in August 2024.
The lack of prison time for Wilson has left Dikeman’s family devastated, with her grandfather, Terry Jackson, expressing disappointment in the outcome. Despite the judge acknowledging Wilson’s actions, including intentionally calling Dikeman into the room and pulling the trigger, the decision for a deferred adjudication raised concerns within the victim’s family.
In response to the verdict, Dikeman’s grandmother, Linda Jackson, emphasized the profound impact of their loss, stating that their lives feel empty without Marissa. The family continues to seek justice for the young woman whose life was taken too soon, hoping that Wilson carries the weight of his actions for the rest of his life.
The Harris County District Attorney’s office, responsible for prosecuting the case, presented a compelling argument with powerful evidence and witness testimonies. Despite seeking a different outcome, the judge ultimately chose to impose five years of deferred adjudication for Wilson. This decision, while disappointing to Dikeman’s loved ones, reflects the complex nature of the legal system and the challenges of seeking justice in cases of tragedy.