Melissa Nelson
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“This investigation has uncovered the truth of Jared’s murder. Henry Tenon did not act alone. Mario Fernandez did not plan alone,”
Melissa Nelson · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-17
Nelson spoke in August 2023 after the arrest of Shanna Gardner.
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“Our investigation has revealed a single link between Jared Bridegan and Henry Tenon,”
Melissa Nelson · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-17
Nelson described the connection investigators found after the arrest of alleged shooter Henry Tenon.
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“That is Mario Fernandez Saldana.”
Melissa Nelson · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-17
Nelson identified Mario Fernandez Saldana as the link between Bridegan and Tenon.
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“And Shanna Gardner’s indictment acknowledges her central and key role in the cold, calculated and premeditated murder of Jared Bridegan.”
Melissa Nelson · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-17
Nelson described Gardner's alleged role when announcing her indictment in August 2023.
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