"California Man Convicted of Samurai Sword Beheading in Murder Trial"

Rafa Solano has been found guilty of first-degree murder for beheading his ex-girlfriend, Karina Castro, with a samurai sword during an argument over Snapchat messages in San Carlos, California. Solano, who claims self-defense, had a history of violence and a temporary restraining order against him. Castro's family states that Solano is a diagnosed schizophrenic whose behavior fluctuated depending on his medication. Solano could face 26 years to life in prison.