Trial Begins for Alleged Murder-for-Hire | Jacksonville News

The trial for the alleged murder-for-hire of Microsoft exec Jared Bridegan, shot dead in February 2022 during a targeted ambush, officially began today. His ex-wife’s husband, Mario Fernandez Saldana, faces charges of orchestrating the killing alongside an accomplice, with prosecutors linking the crime to a bitter custody battle. Evidence and testimony are expected to unfold over weeks as the jury hears how a tire trap forced Bridegan to stop—setting the stage for a meticulously planned execution. With four years of investigation behind it, this high-stakes case seeks justice for a father lost—and answers for a community watching closely. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/92ff9faff3d753f2