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Arsonist Brings Justice to Lower Brule
A Lower Brule man has been sentenced to 2 months of custody for his role in setting fire to the Lower Brule Sioux Tribe Old Boxing Club building.
Thomas Loudner, 38, was driving around the Lower Brule Community with friends on January 26, 2013, when they decided to have a bonfire. Loudner drove to the Old Boxing Club building, grabbed a gas can, and set the building ablaze, causing significant damage.
Loudner was investigated by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Lower Brule Agency, and prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Meghan N. Dilges. He was sentenced on October 10, 2014, by U.S. Magistrate Judge Mark A. Moreno.
In addition to his prison sentence, Loudner was ordered to pay $1,000 in restitution to the Lower Brule Sioux Tribe and $25 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund. He was also sentenced to 1 year of supervised release.
Loudner was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service following his sentencing. The community can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that justice has been served.
The Lower Brule Community can be grateful for the tireless efforts of law enforcement and prosecutors who worked tirelessly to bring Loudner to justice. The sentence serves as a reminder that arson and destructive behavior will not be tolerated.
This case is a prime example of the importance of community involvement in preventing and investigating crimes. The Lower Brule Agency and the U.S. Attorney’s Office worked together to bring the perpetrator to justice, and the community can be proud of their efforts.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office will continue to work tirelessly to protect the community and bring perpetrators to justice. The people of Lower Brule can rest assured that their safety and well-being are the top priority.
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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