Overview
- Jesse Alvarez, 33, was convicted for the murder of Mario Fierro, 37, who was engaged to Alvarez's ex-girlfriend, Amy Gembara.
- Evidence included Alvarez's Google searches on how to kill his ex’s fiancé and how to hire a hitman in San Diego.
- Alvarez claimed self-defense, alleging Fierro tried to seize his firearm during a confrontation.
- Prosecutors argued Fierro was unaware of Alvarez's presence and was shot six times, including four times in the head.
- Alvarez faces life in prison and is scheduled for sentencing on May 10.