The husband of slain Microsoft executive’s ex-wife could be sentenced to death in his brazen 2022 murder, Florida prosecutors announced on Wednesday.
“The announcement today is another significant step toward justice,” Bridegan’s widow, Kirsten, said in a statement, adding that the news “signifies determination and the relentless pursuit of justice for Jared, our family, and the community.” , in the grisly slaying. In March, Tenon pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and admitted that he shot Berigan in the middle of the road. Fernandez Saldana had pleaded not guilty.
Fernandez Saldana’s defense lawyer, Jesse Dreicer, responded that his team reserves the right to challenge the decision to seek capital punishment in the case, which has garnered national attention. Dreicer did not immediately respond to a request for comment.