Víctor Saldaño
Argentine criminal involved in murder case
Born
October 22nd, 1972
52 years ago
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Argentina
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Born in Argentina, this individual was involved in a high-profile criminal case that led to significant media coverage. In 1996, committed the murder of an elderly couple during a robbery in the United States. Saldaño was apprehended and faced multiple legal battles due to his actions, including appeals against the death penalty. His case raised discussions about capital punishment and the legal system's treatment of foreign nationals. Ultimately, extradited to the U.S. after a lengthy process, where he was convicted and sentenced.
Murder of an elderly couple in 1996
Legal battles concerning extradition and sentencing
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