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One month after Edwin Arrieta Daniel Sancho began serving a prison sentence for murder, a notable visit occurred. On Wednesday, he received a rare in-person meeting with his father in Ko Samui’s prison. Three days after his arrival in Thailand, Daniel was accompanied by his lawyers, Rodolfo Sanco, and other family members for an arranged reunion with his son inside the facility.
Following a period of intense public scrutiny, Daniel spoke to reporters from behind a calm, controlled stance. He stated that he would not dwell on despair, saying, “I’m not crying on the floor, that’s not me.” He added a stark choice about coping with adversity: “There are two ways to accept things in life. You can take it as a disgrace, or you can take it as a challenge. I’ve always believed in the latter. I think I’ve said enough. They won’t be able to take tears from me.” He used the moment to request that Spanish media present at the scene refrain from further coverage of his emotional state in that moment.
Those comments drew criticism for perceived coldness and became a talking point in the news cycle. Some observers described the portrayal of the actor as “arrogant,” especially in the wake of his first prison visit, framing his demeanor as a symptom of detachment.
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Recognizing that his words had been interpreted harshly, Rodolfo appeared before cameras again the following Thursday during another visit to the prison. He was there to see his son for a second time, this time with a more measured approach and a visible effort to acknowledge the controversy his earlier remarks had caused.
He offered a calm, reflective explanation of his initial tone, admitting that the comments may have seemed too cold. He explained that his stance was a coping mechanism—an attempt to project strength in difficult moments and to support his son. “As you can imagine, I went through a tough time there yesterday,” he said, adding that his previous image might have appeared harsh or arrogant, even though his intention was to remain composed in front of the press.
The family’s legal representation confirmed that Rodolfo spent six days in the country to engage with Daniel, embassy staff, and local lawyers. The purpose of this trip was to gather testimonies and build a defense strategy aimed at exploring every possible avenue to avoid the death penalty for Daniel. The discussions included coordination with legal counsel and embassy personnel to ensure a comprehensive review of all available options. [citation attribution]
Observers noted that these visits and the surrounding media coverage underscore the broader context of Daniel Sancho’s case, which has attracted substantial attention in both regional and international media. The ongoing legal process, the role of diplomatic channels, and the family’s public statements continue to shape public perception while legal teams work toward a resolution that preserves due process and the rights of the accused. [citation attribution]