Christopher Lewis Gillette, Second Degree Murder, North Dakota 2020
BISMARCK - In a shocking turn of events, a Twin Buttes man has been arrested and charged with Second Degree Murder and other crimes related to a fatal shooting on the Fort Berthold Reservation. According to sources, Christopher Lewis Gillette, 34, is accused of shooting two individuals at a residence on August 14, 2020, killing one adult male and critically wounding the other.
The indictment, which was handed down by a federal grand jury, also charges Gillette with Assault with Dangerous Weapon, Assault with Intent to Commit Murder, Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury, and Use of Firearm in Relation to Felony Crime of Violence. These charges are part of a broader investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Assistant United States Attorney Eric Lunberg has been assigned to prosecute the case, which is still in its early stages. As the investigation continues, authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in bringing justice to the victims and their families.
The case has sent shockwaves through the community, with many calling for greater action to address violence on the reservation. As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen what other charges may be filed and what the ultimate outcome will be.
Christopher Lewis Gillette, 34, of Twin Buttes, North Dakota, is currently facing the following charges:
• Second Degree Murder
• Assault with Dangerous Weapon
• Assault with Intent to Commit Murder
• Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury
• Use of Firearm in Relation to Felony Crime of Violence
It is worth noting that grand jury indictments are allegations and are not evidence of guilt. Gillette is presumed innocent unless and until he is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt at trial.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. In the meantime, the community is left to grapple with the aftermath of this tragedy and the ongoing struggle with violence on the reservation.
Key Facts
- State: North Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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