17 Years After Cumbres Murder: The Life of Diego Santoyo and Erika Peña Coss

Seventeen years after the shocking Cumbres murder, the life of Diego Santoyo, the convicted killer, continues to fascinate. The case, which took place in the Cumbres neighborhood of Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, on March 2, 2006, involved the death of Erika Peña Coss, Santoyo's ex-girlfriend. Santoyo's subsequent life has been one of contrasts. He works as a computer teacher and crafts leather goods, presenting a seemingly normal life. However, his past continues to cast a long shadow. "He's trying to rebuild his life," says a source close to the family, "but the past is always there." The video also tracks the life of Erika Peña Coss, who later married a foreigner. The contrast between Santoyo's seemingly ordinary life and the gravity of his crime makes for a compelling story, raising questions about justice, forgiveness, and the complexities of human nature. The story serves as a reminder of the enduring consequences of violent acts and the challenges of moving on from tragedy.