Santa Fe couple sentenced in fatal sword killing of woman

A Santa Fe couple received prison sentences Thursday for their roles in a fatal sword attack. The court handed down the punishment following the deadly assault against a local woman.

The case concluded with the scheduled sentencing proceedings. Both defendants learned their penalties during the court session.

Judges oversee felony sentencings to determine final penalties under state guidelines. Department officials handle custody transfers directly following these hearings.

The Santa Fe court proceedings ended with the entry of the final judgment.