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Burglar on the Loose in Timber Lake
An Eagle Butte man is behind bars after allegedly breaking into a downtown business in Timber Lake. Jake Morrison, 31, was indicted by a federal grand jury on February 13, 2013, for Third Degree Burglary.
The break-in, which occurred on January 6, 2013, has sent shockwaves through the community. The investigation is being conducted by the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Division, and Assistant U.S. Attorney Mikal Hanson is prosecuting the case.
Morrison appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Mark A. Moreno on February 20, 2013, and pled 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. Restitution may also be ordered.
The charge is merely an accusation, and Morrison is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty. Morrison was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshal. A trial date has not been set.
Residents of Timber Lake are breathing a sigh of relief now that the alleged burglar is behind bars. ‘We’re glad to see justice being served,’ said a local business owner. ‘We take pride in keeping our community safe.’
The alleged break-in has left many wondering how such a crime could occur in a small town like Timber Lake. ‘It’s a wake-up call for all of us,’ said another resident. ‘We need to be more vigilant and look out for one another.’
The case highlights the importance of community involvement in preventing crime. ‘We’re proud to be serving the community and keeping them safe,’ said a spokesperson for the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Division.
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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