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DaVontrae Benton sentenced to over 31 years in prison
Posted: 04.26.2012 at 9:57 AM
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Family and friends of Jonaries Holden await word on the sentencing of DaVontrae Benton.  / Brittany Noble
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FLINT -- DaVontrae Benton was sentenced to over 31 years in prison today for the killing of then six-year-old Jonaries Holden back in November of 2010.

Judge Archie Hayman from the 7th Circuit Court of Genesee County passed down the sentence on Thursday morning in front of a packed court room.

Benton was sentenced to 30 to 50 years in prison for  second degree murder. He was given another two years for a felony firearm charge.

Investigators say Benton and Jonaries's father, Johnny Holden were arguing over a $60 drug debt when Benton shot into Holden's car. Jonaries, his twin brother and another child were in the back seat. Jonaries was shot and killed.

"Because of the lifestyle of two people an innocent life is gone."

Benton addressed the court  before his sentencing and apologized for Jonaries' death.

"From one father to the next, I grieve with you everyday." said Benton.

"Because of the lifestyle of two people an innocent life is gone."

Jonaries Holden's family tell NBC25

Jonaries Holden would have turned eight years old this Friday. 

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