Secret Assassin-for-Hire Exposed After Failed Contract Killing in Birmingham

American tourist with a secret double life as an alleged assassin-for-hire was exposed after a botched contract killing in Birmingham. She was hired by a rival to kill a boutique clothing store owner but failed due to a jammed gun. The hitwoman fled back to the US, and efforts to find her are ongoing. The culprits behind the plot were caught and found guilty of conspiracy to murder and other related offenses.

Murder case of Jared Bridegan in Jacksonville, Florida

Shanna Gardner-Fernandez and Mario Fernandez are charged in connection with the murder of Microsoft manager Jared Bridegan, allegedly hiring a hitman to carry out the murder. Witnesses testified during a bond hearing about the payments made to the hitman and the events leading up to Bridegan's death.