ASSAULT ON FEDERAL OFFICER ROCKS ROSEBUD, SOUTH DAKOTA
Conroy Chasing In Timber, a 34-year-old Rosebud, South Dakota man, has been charged with a serious crime that has left the community shaken. According to a federal indictment, Chasing In Timber allegedly assaulted, resisted, and impeded a federal officer on December 24, 2016.
Details of the Assault
The indictment alleges that Chasing In Timber forcibly assaulted a corrections officer from the Rosebud Sioux Tribe while the officer was performing his official duties. The officer was reportedly engaged in a legitimate law enforcement activity at the time of the alleged assault.
Chasing In Timber’s History
Conroy Chasing In Timber was indicted on February 15, 2017, and made an initial appearance before U.S. Magistrate Judge Mark A. Moreno on February 22, 2017. During the hearing, Chasing In Timber entered a plea of not guilty to the indictment.
Potential Consequences
If convicted, Conroy Chasing In Timber faces a maximum penalty of up to 8 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 as part of the sentence.
Investigation and Prosecution
The investigation into the alleged assault is being conducted by the Rosebud Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services. Assistant U.S. Attorney Kirk Albertson is handling the prosecution of the case.
Chasing In Timber’s Current Status
Conroy Chasing In Timber has been remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service pending trial. A trial date has not been set at this time.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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