Trial Begins for Fernandez Saldana | Jacksonville News

Mario Fernandez Saldana is set to go on trial this Monday for allegedly orchestrating the murder-for-hire of Microsoft exec Jared Bridegan, who was shot while pulling over a tire trap in Jacksonville Beach—his young daughter miraculously unharmed in the car. DNA found on the tire links Henry Tenon, but phone records and financials tie Fernandez to him, suggesting he may not have pulled the trigger but played a critical role. Tenon, who initially pleaded guilty, now denies it and will face trial later. Fernandez’s ex-wife Shanna Gardner’s case follows in April, with Tenon’s trial scheduled for March 2027. This high-stakes, multi-player case has the nation watching as justice unfolds. 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/00a427c95067071c