Assault with a Deadly Twist
A disturbing incident in Eagle Butte, South Dakota, has led to the indictment of 19-year-old Martin Garreau, also known as Damion Yellow Earrings. According to sources, Garreau is accused of assaulting a man in November 2012, leaving the victim with serious injuries. The assault allegedly involved glass bottles.
The indictment, handed down by a federal grand jury on April 12, 2013, charges Garreau with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon and Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury. He is also accused of aiding and abetting these crimes with two co-defendants.
Garreau appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Mark A. Moreno on May 15, 2013, and pleaded not guilty to the indictment. The maximum penalty upon conviction is 10 years in custody, a $250,000 fine, or both; 3 years of supervised release; and a $100 special assessment on each count. Restitution may also be ordered.
The investigation into the incident is being conducted by the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Division. Assistant U.S. Attorney Mikal Hanson is prosecuting the case.
Garreau was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshal. A trial date has not been set. As the charges are merely accusations, Garreau is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
The case serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of violent crime and the importance of holding perpetrators accountable. The community is left to wonder what drove Garreau to commit such a heinous act.
As the investigation continues, the people of Eagle Butte and beyond are left to await justice. Only time will tell if Garreau will be held accountable for his alleged crimes.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime|Weapons
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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