FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 9, 2025
Daniel Colon Sentenced to Life in Prison for Violent Crimes Against His Family
Caldwell, Idaho – On October 8, 2025, District Judge Jonathan Brody sentenced 40-year-old Nampa man Daniel Colon to life in prison for his violent crimes against his family. Under the terms of the court’s sentence, Colon will not be eligible for parole for twenty-five years.
The sentencing follows Colon’s conviction in July 2025 by a jury on eleven felony and misdemeanor counts, including attempted murder, aggravated arson, and injury to a child. The convictions stem from a horrific incident in which Colon attempted to detonate an explosive device in the victim’s vehicle and set fire to their home while their five children were asleep inside. Earlier that evening, Colon had also strangled his wife, Tania Colon.
During the sentencing hearing, Ms. Colon addressed the court, describing the devastating impact of her husband’s abuse.
“He has crafted the perfect mask,” she said. “He knows exactly what he is doing.” Ms. Colon urged the court to impose the maximum sentence to ensure the safety of others, describing Colon as a man who “would rather see individuals dead than happy.”
Deputy Prosecutor Tracy Stoff, representing the Canyon County Prosecutor’s Office, requested a life sentence without the possibility of parole, emphasizing the calculated and premeditated nature of Colon’s actions.
“The defendant was thoughtful and meticulous as he planned the murder of his family,” Stoff said, highlighting his history of domestic violence. “We know that the defendant is a monster behind closed doors.”
Defense counsel argued for a lesser sentence, proposing shorter, fixed terms on certain counts. However, Judge Brody ultimately imposed a life sentence with a 25-year minimum before parole consideration, citing the severity of the crimes and the danger that the defendant posed to the community. Judge Brody described the defendant as exhibiting a “classic, severe domestic violence pattern of thinking.”
Following the sentencing, Canyon County Prosecutor Chris Boyd issued the following statement:
“I applaud the bravery of Ms. Colon, and I hope the court’s sentence provides this family with a measure of closure while they can heal in safety. I also want to commend the Nampa Police Department and the Nampa Fire Department for their professional and thorough investigation in this case. Our community will not tolerate domestic violence, and I hope this sentence sends a message that those who commit these horrific acts against their family members will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.”
Daniel Colon Sentenced to Life in Prison for Violent Crimes Against His Family
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For more information, please contact our Prosecuting Attorney’s Office at (208)-754-7391