Eagle Butte Man Accused of Brutal Mop Handle Attack

EAGLE BUTTE, SD – Colton White Feather, 22, of Eagle Butte, South Dakota, stands accused of a savage attack on an adult female, allegedly wielding a mop handle as a weapon. The indictment, handed down by a federal grand jury on May 16, 2017, details charges of Assault with a Dangerous Weapon and Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury. The incident, according to the indictment, occurred on July 29, 2016.

United States Attorney Randolph J. Seiler announced the charges, stemming from an investigation by the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services. White Feather appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Mark A. Moreno on May 19, 2017, and entered a plea of not guilty. Details of the alleged assault remain largely sealed, but authorities confirm the victim suffered significant injuries.

If convicted on both counts, White Feather faces a hefty penalty: up to 10 years in federal custody, a fine of up to $250,000, and three years of supervised release following incarceration. Furthermore, the court may order White Feather to pay up to $200 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund, and restitution to the victim is also a possibility.

The indictment alleges White Feather “unlawfully assaulted” the adult female with the mop handle, causing “serious bodily injury.” While the specifics of the attack aren’t publicly available, the charges suggest a level of violence that prompted federal intervention. The Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services spent months building the case before handing it over to federal prosecutors.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Jay Miller is handling the prosecution, a clear indication of the seriousness with which the Department of Justice is treating this case. White Feather was released on bond pending trial, but a trial date has not yet been set. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case as it develops.

It’s crucial to remember that these are merely accusations, and Colton White Feather is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. However, the charges leveled against him paint a disturbing picture, and the victim deserves justice. This case serves as a stark reminder of the violence that continues to plague communities across the nation.

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