Larry Pourier Sentenced to 10 Years for Manslaughter in Porcupine

Porcupine’s Lawrence ‘Larry’ Pourier has been handed a 10-year federal prison sentence after being convicted of voluntary manslaughter. The grim incident occurred near Porcupine, South Dakota, where Pourier was found guilty of repeatedly striking another man in the head with a pipe-like object, ultimately causing his death.

The sentencing, which included a mandatory 3 years of supervised release and a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund, came after Pourier was convicted on September 4, 2020. The case has sent shockwaves through the small community of Porcupine, with many residents expressing their horror at the violent act.

United States Attorney Ron Parsons announced the sentence, which was handed down by U.S. District Judge Jeffrey L. Viken. The investigation into Pourier’s actions was a joint effort between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Benjamin Patterson taking the lead in prosecution.

Pourier, now 52 years old, was immediately remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service to begin serving his sentence. The community of Porcupine is left grappling with the aftermath of this tragic event and the justice served on Pourier’s behalf.

For many in Porcupine, the sentencing marks a moment of closure after what has been a harrowing period of time. As the story continues to unfold, it serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of violent actions that have real-life, life-changing ramifications.