SCRANTON, Pa. — The trial of Christopher Wasnetsky came to a conclusion today when the jury decided that Wasnetsky is guilty of first-degree murder.
The jury decided that Wasnetsky is guilty of first-degree murder for the killing of his coworker Jeffrey Moeller in June of 2025.
On Wednesday, Wasnetsky took the stand and admitted to his role in the killing, saying he wanted Moeller fired over alleged harassment when the two worked together at the Lowe’s on Viewmont Drive in Scranton.
The prosecution expressed gratitude to the jury for their time.
“We just appreciate the time and deliberation that the jury took, and that we feel that justice was served in their verdict, and that we have justice for Jeffrey Moeller and his family,” said Chief Deputy District Attorney Sara Varela.
Wasnetsky was charged with first & third degree murder after shooting Moeller in the back of Lowe’s.
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In opening statements, the prosecution said the defendant executed Moeller. Varela told the jurors that the killing was “planned, prepared and premeditated” and that she would be able to prove that Wasnetsky is guilty of first-degree murder.
The defense, on the other hand, told the story of alleged acts committed by Moeller that led to the crime. Defense attorney Joseph McGraw described Wasnetsky’s battle with the neurological disease ataxia, which impacts speech, sight, and movement. The defense alleged, while working at Lowe’s, Wasnetsky underwent mocking from Moeller and other acts that made his work life more difficult.
Wasnetsky also said in court that he was not aware that Moeller had a family or that he was a military veteran.
Newswatch 16 reached out to the defense, but they had no comment at the time.
We also reached out to representatives from Lowe’s, but they are also not commenting at this time.
A sentencing in the trial of Wasnetsky has yet to be announced. He could potentially face life in prison.