Assistant's Emotional Turmoil Central to NYC Tech CEO Murder Trial

Tyrese Haspil admits to killing Fahim Saleh, with defense citing extreme emotional disturbance tied to fear of abandonment.

Haspil killed Saleh to hide $400,000 embezzlement and maintain his luxurious lifestyle with girlfriend.
Defense argues Haspil's actions were driven by 'unconditional love' and fear of losing his girlfriend.
Prosecution portrays the murder as premeditated and motivated by greed, dismissing emotional disturbance claims.
Jury must decide if Haspil's emotional state at the time reduces the crime from murder to manslaughter.
Verdict hinges on whether jurors believe Haspil's extreme emotional disturbance defense.