Blake Crow Ghost, Third Degree Burglary, South Dakota 2015

In a shocking turn of events, a McLaughlin man was sentenced for a violent crime in a U.S. District Court. Blake Crow Ghost, age 21, was convicted of Third Degree Burglary and sentenced to 6 months in custody, followed by 3 years of supervised release, and a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund.

The incident occurred on June 22, 2013, when Crow Ghost and two co-defendants entered a garage in McLaughlin, damaging a sitting area and removing speakers. They then smashed the speakers against the house. Later that night, Crow Ghost joined in physical altercations between his co-defendants and several victims.

According to eyewitnesses, Crow Ghost kicked one victim while he was on the ground, tackled another victim and caused her to fall into a garage door, and attacked a third victim. The severity of the incident has left many in the community shaken.

The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and Assistant U.S. Attorney Jay Miller prosecuted the case. Crow Ghost was immediately turned over to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service.

The conviction arose from a June 23, 2014, indictment by a federal grand jury, which charged Crow Ghost with First Degree Burglary, Assault with a Dangerous Weapon, and Third Degree Burglary. He pled guilty to Third Degree Burglary on March 5, 2015.

U.S. District Judge Charles B. Kornmann presided over the case and handed down the sentence. The community is breathing a sigh of relief that justice has been served, but many are still reeling from the violent nature of the crime.

The case serves as a reminder of the importance of community safety and the need for harsher penalties for violent crimes. As the community heals, many are left wondering how such a violent incident could have occurred in their quiet town.

The sentencing of Blake Crow Ghost marks a significant milestone in the case, and the community can rest a little easier knowing that justice has been served. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of community safety and the need for harsher penalties for violent crimes.

The case is a sobering reminder of the devastating impact of violent crime on individuals and communities. As the community looks to the future, many are left to wonder how they can work together to prevent such incidents from happening again.

In the aftermath of the sentencing, the community is coming together to support the victims and their families. A local support group has been established to provide a safe space for those affected by the incident to share their stories and receive support.

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