Local Man Charged with Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury
Wagner, SD – On January 12, 2016, a federal grand jury in South Dakota indicted Jarrod W. Zephier, age 37, of Wagner, on charges of Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury.
According to U.S. Attorney Randolph J. Seiler, Zephier appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Veronica L. Duffy on January 15, 2016, and pled not guilty to the Indictment. The investigation is being conducted by the Yankton Sioux Tribal Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
The maximum penalty upon conviction is up to 10 years in custody and/or a $250,000 fine, 3 years of supervised release, and $100 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund. Restitution may also be ordered.
The charge is merely an accusation and Zephier is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty. Zephier was released on bond pending trial. A trial date has been set for March 22, 2016.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeffrey C. Clapper is prosecuting the case. The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any information related to this crime to the authorities.
As a community, we must stand together against violence and work towards a safer future for all. Grimy Times will continue to provide updates on this case as more information becomes available.
RELATED: Reservation Assault
RELATED: Federal Prison for Assault
Related Federal Cases
- Miles Condon Indicted in Dupree Assault Spree · South Dakota
- Waubay Man Charged in Cover-Up of Fatal Assault · South Dakota
- Matthew Long Crow Charged in Knife Kidnapping, Assault · South Dakota
- Green Grass Man Accused of Brutal Assault · South Dakota
- Ft. Thompson Man Charged in Vehicle Assault Case · South Dakota
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
ðŸâ€Â’ Get the grimiest stories delivered weekly. Subscribe free →
