Nima Momeni, an IT consultant, was found guilty by a jury in San Francisco for the murder of Bob Lee, the founder of Cash App, who was fatally stabbed in 2023.

According to a press release from San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins, Momeni could be sentenced to anywhere from 16 years to life in prison following the second-degree murder verdict, although a sentencing date has yet to be set.

“I want to express my gratitude to the jury for their dedication in this case,” Jenkins stated. “I also want to thank Mr. Lee’s family for their patience and trust in my office as we pursued justice.”

Local news outlets reported that Momeni exhibited no visible reaction when the verdict was announced. The jury reached their decision on Monday after several weeks of deliberation, which started on December 4.

The verdict came at the conclusion of a trial that began in October. During opening statements, Assistant District Attorney Omid Talai described the grim details of Lee’s death, stating that he was “stabbed through the heart and left to die.”

Details of Bob Lee’s Death

Bob Lee was murdered on April 4, 2023, in an area close to downtown San Francisco. Law enforcement officers found him with serious stab wounds and he was subsequently taken to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries, per a statement from the district attorney’s office.

The day after Lee’s death, MobileCoin CEO Josh Goldbard confirmed the news to YSL News.

“Our beloved friend and colleague, Bob Lee, passed away yesterday at the age of 43, leaving behind a caring family and many close friends and associates,” Goldbard said in a statement. “Bob was a remarkable person, full of life. He was created for the evolving world we now live in and transformed his boldest ideas into reality.”

Who Was Bob Lee?

In addition to being the chief product officer of MobileCoin, Bob Lee was also the first chief technology officer of Square, playing a vital role in the development of Cash App.

“Bob’s impact transcends the brief time he was with us. Though it may sound remarkable, his true legacy lies in the lives he touched,” Goldbard wrote. “We will miss you dearly, Bob. Our love for you endures.”