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Assault Sentences Handed Down in South Dakota
In a disturbing incident that took place on the evening of January 29, 2015, a victim was assaulted by Elton Lone Eagle, Sr. and Zachary Brown Thunder at a residence in South Dakota.
According to court documents, the victim was walking down the stairs when Lone Eagle, 34, grabbed him and pushed him to the floor. Once on the floor, Lone Eagle held the victim down while Brown Thunder, 31, held a heated butter knife to his upper right arm.
The investigation into the assault was conducted by the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services. The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Jay Miller.
On December 22, 2015, Lone Eagle and Brown Thunder were sentenced by U.S. District Judge Roberto A. Lange. Lone Eagle was sentenced to 12 months in custody, followed by 12 months of supervised release, and a special assessment of $25 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund.
Brown Thunder received the same sentence as Lone Eagle, with 12 months in custody, followed by 12 months of supervised release, and a special assessment of $25 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund.
The two men were remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service.
The exact criminal charges against Lone Eagle and Brown Thunder were Assault by Striking, Beating and Wounding. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of violence and the importance of holding perpetrators accountable.
Elton Lone Eagle, Sr. and Zachary Brown Thunder are the defendants in this case, with no other individuals or entities charged.
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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