LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. - A 43-year-old man will spend the rest of his life under supervision after pleading guilty on Tuesday to sexually abusing two teenage girls in Gwinnett County.

Zachary Mitchell Allen sentenced

What we know:

Zachary Mitchell Allen pleaded guilty to aggravated child molestation and sexual exploitation of children.

A judge sentenced him to life in prison, with the first 25 years to be served behind bars.

Allen must also register as a sex offender for life and is barred from any contact with children.

Allen was scheduled to go to trial next week but entered a guilty plea instead.

What they're saying:

"This defendant was a habitual abuser," Gwinnett County District Attorney Patsy Austin-Gatson said in a statement. "We are pleased with this sentence that will keep h

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