Daniel Sancho Sentenced to Life in Thailand

Daniel Sancho Bronchalo, a 30-year-old chef from a prominent Spanish acting family, was sentenced to life in prison by a Thai court for the premeditated murder of Colombian plastic surgeon Edwin Arrieta Arteaga. Initially sentenced to death, Sancho's sentence was commuted due to his cooperation during the trial. The gruesome case, which involved the dismemberment of Arrieta's body, garnered significant media attention, particularly in Spain, where Sancho's family is well-known. During the trial, Sancho claimed self-defense, asserting that Arrieta attempted to sexually assault him, leading to a fatal confrontation. He admitted to dismembering the body and disposing of the remains but pleaded not guilty to the murder charge and denied destroying the victim's passport. The court also ordered Sancho to pay approximately $119,000 in compensation to Arrieta's family, who expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the case.