FLORENCE — A Pinal County judge sentenced 16-year-old Isaiah Bandin to 25 years in prison for the shooting death of Esteban Valenzuela, bringing an end to another teen-involved gun crime.

Bandin, who was tried as an adult, declined an opportunity to say anything to either the judge or the Valenzuela family, who filled the courtroom.

Judge Jason Holmberg imposed the flat 25-year term after hearing from Valenzuela’s family, who described the lasting grief and fear caused by the killing. The sentence includes earned-release credits at a rate of one day for every seven served, according to statements in court.

Family members spoke one by one, describing the toll the murder has taken on them since Valenzuela, 16, was shot and killed in Maricopa Meadows late last year.

Valenzuela’s cousin, w

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