Murder Trial Begins for Tech Consultant Accused of Killing Cash App Founder Bob Lee
Nima Momeni faces charges in the fatal stabbing of Bob Lee, with the defense claiming self-defense amid allegations of drug use.
- Prosecutors allege Nima Momeni planned the attack after a dispute involving his sister Khazar, who was friends with Bob Lee.
- The defense argues that Lee, under the influence of drugs, was the aggressor and that Momeni acted in self-defense.
- Surveillance footage shows Lee and Momeni leaving Khazar Momeni's apartment together before the stabbing occurred.
- DNA evidence presented by the prosecution indicates Momeni's DNA on the knife handle and Lee's DNA on the blade.
- The trial is expected to last until mid-December, with Momeni facing up to 26 years to life in prison if convicted.