An Arizona man who pleaded guilty to killing his wife this summer learned his fate Tuesday.
Daniel Padukowsky was sentenced to 16 years in prison for the murder of his wife, Kelly, in June.
Authorities said Daniel Padukowsky initially reported his wife missing from the Flagstaff area. Police became suspicious before finally arresting him.
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Daniel Padukowski admitted to killing his wife, Kelly, and was sentenced to 16 years in prison. (Flagstaff Police Department)
Kelly's relatives said Tuesday's court proceedings revealed a motive for the killing: Kelly was planning to divorce Daniel. The findings also revealed that Daniel tried to cover up the murder by texting Kelly's mother on his cell phone.
Judge's gavel, scales of justice and law books in court. (Brian A. Jackson/South Florida Sun-Sentinel) (Getty Images)
Danielle admitted to the judge on Tuesday that she felt something overtake her during the murder and regretted what she had done.
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Family members attending Tuesday's trial described Kelly as a kind, courageous and loving mother. The family issued a statement, which was read on their behalf.
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Daniel was also sentenced on other charges related to second-degree murder, and those sentences will run concurrently with the 16-year sentence for the murder charge.
