Ex-wife of slain Microsoft exec arrested for his murder

She was arrested in Washington State, where she has been living.

Published: August 17, 2023 1:49pm

The ex-wife of Microsoft executive Jared Bridegan, who was shot to death in front of his toddler last year, was arrested Thursday for his murder. 

Shanna Gardner-Fernandez, 35, was charged with first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit first-degree murder and endangering a child, State Attorney Melissa Nelson of Jacksonville's Fourth Judicial District said.

She was arrested in Washington State, where she has been living, Fox News reported.

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