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    Spanish tourist confesses to gruesome killing of Colombian plastic surgeon on Thai island

    Spanish tourist confesses to gruesome killing of Colombian plastic surgeon on Thai island

    A shocking crime has unfolded on the idyllic Thai tourist island of Koh Pha Ngan, as a Spanish citizen has confessed to the gruesome killing and dismemberment of a foreign plastic surgeon on August 6. The suspect, identified as Daniel Sancho Bronchalo, 29, arrived in Thailand as a tourist on July 31 and has since admitted to the heinous act, as per local police.

    Spanish tourist confesses to gruesome killing of Colombian plastic surgeon on Thai island
    Photo: Spanish tourist confesses to gruesome killing of Colombian plastic surgeon on Thai island 
    Source: AFP

    The victim has been identified as Edwin Arrieta Arteaga, a 44-year-old Colombian plastic surgeon. His dismembered body parts, including hips and thighs, were discovered at a rubbish dump on August 3. The tragic incident has left the island community and visitors in shock.

    Edwin Arrieta Arteaga, a 44-year-old Colombian plastic surgeon
    Photo: Victim Edwin Arrieta Arteaga, a 44-year-old Colombian plastic surgeon
    Source: Twitter

    Police have revealed that the suspect and the victim were acquainted prior to their arrival in Koh Pha Ngan. Details surrounding their relationship remain unclear, but investigators have noted that Daniel Sancho Bronchalo's "dubious activities" suggest a potential motive for the murder.

    "The victim and the suspect knew each other before they came to Thailand, and his dubious activities indicate that he might murder the victim," Koh Pha Ngan's police chief, Panya Niratimanon confirmed.
    Spanish tourist confesses to gruesome killing of Colombian plastic surgeon on Thai island
    Photo: Spanish tourist confesses to gruesome killing of Colombian plastic surgeon on Thai island  
    Source: EPA

    Panya Niratimanon, stated, "He admitted it," referring to the confession made by the suspect. The investigation into the crime is ongoing as authorities work to uncover more details surrounding the tragic event.

    The suspect, who works as a chef, is also reported to be the son of well-known Spanish actor Rodolfo Sancho, as indicated by media reports. Photos of the suspect have surfaced that seem to match images on Daniel Sancho's Instagram account, which was also found to follow the victim's account. The Instagram account has been previously tagged in posts by Rodolfo Sancho, adding another layer of intrigue to the case.

    Suspect, alleged son of well-known Spanish actor Rodolfo Sancho
    Photo: Suspect, alleged son of well-known Spanish actor Rodolfo Sancho
    Source: Getty Images

    Koh Pha Ngan is renowned for its picturesque white sandy beaches and vibrant nightlife, including the famous 'full moon' parties that attract backpackers from around the world. This incident, however, has cast a dark shadow over the island's reputation and left authorities and residents grappling with the unsettling crime.

    Thailand has seen similar incidents in the past, such as the 2014 double murder of two young British backpackers on Koh Tao, another popular tourist island. The convictions of two Burmese nationals for the murders were marred by allegations of scapegoating by rights groups, further emphasizing the need for a thorough and transparent investigation into the recent killing in Koh Pha Ngan.

     

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