SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - A judge has sentenced Mark Wright to the maximum of 80 years in prison for his role in the deaths of two teenagers in 2018. Wright is one of five family members charged in connection with the case.

The sentence came after two days of emotional testimony. Before announcing the punishment, the judge said he was considering only Wright’s actions, and that in 25 years as a lawyer and judge, he had “never seen depravity” comparable to what was presented during the hearing.

The judge referenced testimony from Wright’s aunt, who described him as a protector. He said Wright made a conscious choice not to protect the victims, Mary and Elwyn.

“Your aunt said you are a protector — I know you are capable of that,” the judge said. “I know you made the conscious decision not to

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