Whether he showed remorse, or not, 6 years is way too long a sentence for a teenager who is being tried for his first time. I too have had my home robbed a number of times, and yes, it is a terrible sense of violation. But to send this kid to an adult prison where there is absolutely no rehabilitation what to do think he will learn? He will become a bitter, resentful, seasoned criminal. What do you think he will do when he gets out? Go to college?
This is very sad, particularly in a country that has an abysmally low rate of conviction for violent crime and murder. This kid is a scapegoat for the criminal justice system and the vindictive people who think this will actually do this young man good. This poor kid has just had his life changed for the worse (forever)......pathetic.
Belize needs to continue to improve it's police and forensic training, and put emphasis on truly serious crimes. And, address the importance of rehabilitation.