Bob Lee Murder Trial: Suspect Nima Momeni to testify self-defense in fatal San Francisco stabbing of Cash App founder [Video]

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — Nima Momeni’s defense attorney revealed his defense strategy ahead of the Bob Lee murder trial.

“When everything is put together, it’s going to be a clear sign for the jury to understand unequivocally that this case was a case of self-defense,” said Saam Zangeneh, Momeni’s defense attorney.

Zangeneh said it’s likely Momeni will testify.

“I think it will be a good bet to consider that Mr. Momeni will kind of educate the jury as to exactly what transpired,” Zangeneh said.

Momeni is accused of stabbing Lee in San Francisco’s SOMA neighborhood during the early morning hours of April 4, 2023.

TIMELINE: Events leading up to fatal SF stabbing of Bob Lee shown in court documents

Prosecutors have suggested Momeni’s sister was at the center of a confrontation between Momeni and Lee, who were seen together leaving Khazar Momeni’s apartment building prior to the stabbing.

Charging documents included a text Khazar Momeni sent Lee stating in part, “… I …