A San Francisco jury has found Nima Momeni guilty of second-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee, concluding a six-week trial that revealed shocking details about the tech world and personal conflicts. Momeni, who faced charges stemming from an April 2023 confrontation, was convicted after the jury deliberated for seven days. The conviction, which carries a sentence of 15 years to life, includes an enhancement for the use of a knife. Prosecutors argued that Momeni stabbed Lee following a heated dispute over his sister’s relationship with the tech executive. The defense claimed self-defense, citing Lee’s erratic behavior while under the influence of drugs.
Lee’s family expressed relief at the verdict, calling it a step toward justice and accountability. Outside the courtroom, Bob Lee’s brother, Timothy Oliver Lee, voiced satisfaction with the outcome, stating that Momeni “won’t have the opportunity to harm anyone else.” San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins also defended the city’s law enforcement against earlier criticism, noting the thorough investigation and prosecution as evidence of the city’s commitment to public safety.
Momeni, described as a tech entrepreneur, was arrested at his home days after the stabbing. During the trial, dramatic testimonies—including statements from his sister Khazar Momeni—highlighted a backdrop of personal grievances and drug-fueled altercations. Bob Lee, known for his pivotal roles at Google, Square, and as the founder of Cash App, was mourned as a visionary in the tech industry. His tragic death exposed a darker side of Silicon Valley’s elite circles, while the trial underscored the complexities of accountability and justice.
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