Apache Junction man sentenced to 32.5 years for teen sexual assault

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 23 Oct, 04:03 · Archive

An Apache Junction man has been sentenced to more than 32 years in prison for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl.

An Apache Junction man will spend more than 32 years in prison for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl. Halko Zangana, 45, was sentenced on 12 October after being convicted of five counts of sexual assault and five counts of sexual conduct with a minor, the Apache Junction Police Department said.

The case stemmed from an incident in August 2024. Police said patrol officers, detectives, forensic specialists, victim advocates and prosecutors worked for more than two years to build the case, gathering DNA and digital evidence.

Police credited the victim for coming forward, participating in the investigation and testifying at trial. Criminal Investigations Division Commander Cindy Ewer said the case 'represents the work of an entire team of professionals who care deeply about the people we serve', and that the victim's decision to come forward mattered most.

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• Apache Junction man sentenced to 32.5 years for sexual assault of teenWhile details are limited, police say the case stemmed from an incident in August 2024.KOLD · 23 Oct, 00:20
• Apache Junction man sentenced to 32.5 years for sexual assault of teenWhile details are limited, police say the case stemmed from an incident in August 2024.Azfamily · 23 Oct, 00:20

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