Jury deliberates in Florida murder-for-hire trial of Mario Fernandez Saldana

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Who is on trial for the murder of Jared Bridegan?

Mario Fernandez Saldana is on trial for the murder of Microsoft design manager Jared Bridegan. A jury began deliberations in his case on Wednesday. Prosecutors allege Saldana orchestrated the killing as part of a murder-for-hire scheme.

What was the alleged motive for the murder?

Prosecutors allege the murder was motivated by a child custody dispute between Jared Bridegan and his ex-wife, Shanna Gardner, who is married to the defendant, Mario Fernandez Saldana. The defense has argued that Saldana had no motive.

What role did Henry Tenon allegedly play?

Henry Tenon is identified as the alleged gunman in the killing of Jared Bridegan. Prosecutors presented evidence that Tenon received three checks totaling $10,000 from Mario Fernandez Saldana, marked as payments for handyman work and a business idea. Tenon's DNA was found on the tire placed in the road.