EAGLE BUTTE, SD – Kevin Yellow Earring, 26, of Eagle Butte, South Dakota, is facing serious federal charges stemming from a brutal assault that occurred nearly three years ago. United States Attorney Randolph J. Seiler announced the indictment this week, alleging Yellow Earring intentionally inflicted serious bodily harm upon another adult male.
The indictment, handed down on April 12, 2017, accuses Yellow Earring of Assault with a Dangerous Weapon and Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury. The alleged attack took place on April 14, 2014, and involved the use of a padlock as a weapon. Details of the incident remain scarce, but authorities claim the assault left the victim with substantial injuries.
Yellow Earring appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Mark A. Moreno on April 17, 2017, and entered a plea of not guilty. He is currently being held by the U.S. Marshals Service, awaiting a trial date that has yet to be determined. This isn’t a simple bar fight; the federal charges suggest a level of premeditation or brutality that warranted intervention beyond the scope of local law enforcement.
If convicted, Yellow Earring could face a hefty penalty. The maximum sentence includes up to 10 years in federal custody, a fine of up to $250,000, three years of supervised release following incarceration, and a mandatory contribution of up to $200 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund. Restitution to the victim is also a possibility, depending on the extent of the damages and injuries sustained.
The investigation was led by the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services, highlighting the collaborative effort between tribal and federal agencies in addressing violent crime within the reservation. Assistant U.S. Attorney Jay Miller is spearheading the prosecution of the case, tasked with proving Yellow Earring’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
It’s crucial to remember that these are merely allegations at this stage. Yellow Earring is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and provide updates as they become available, bringing the raw truth of federal crime to light. Expect a potentially lengthy and contentious legal battle as the details of the 2014 assault are finally brought to bear.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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