In a closed courtroom in Fresno, California, a former minor was sentenced to four years and one month of juvenile rehabilitation for the 2023 shooting death of Ramiro Mendoza Jr. The defendant, who was just weeks away from turning 18 at the time of the incident, appeared in court wearing a purple shirt and expressed remorse, stating, 'I am deeply sorry for my actions.' Prosecutors described the shooting as targeted, although the motive remains unclear, and emphasized that the victim, who struggled with addiction, did not deserve to die. The judge noted that the case could have led to a life sentence in adult court, but procedural issues prevented a transfer hearing. Mendoza's family expressed their grief, with his brother stating that he will always be remembered as a loving brother. The judge encouraged the family to seek support during this difficult time, acknowledging the challenges of the court system. The former minor has 60 days to appeal the sentence.