EAGLE BUTTE MAN SENTENCED FOR ASSAULTING A FEDERAL OFFICER
Cleveland Buckman, a 37-year-old Eagle Butte man, has been sentenced to 12 months in custody for forcibly assaulting a federal officer on the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation. The incident took place on June 3, 2014, when Buckman allegedly attacked a Cheyenne River Sioux Tribal Officer who was performing his official duties.
U.S. Attorney Brendan V. Johnson announced the sentencing, which was handed down by U.S. Magistrate Judge Mark A. Moreno on September 15, 2014. In addition to the 12-month prison sentence, Buckman was also ordered to serve 1 year of supervised release and pay $25 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund.
The investigation into the incident was conducted by the Cheyenne River Sioux Law Enforcement Division, and the case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Mikal Hanson. Buckman was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service to begin serving his sentence.
The conviction is a serious blow to those who would seek to intimidate or harm law enforcement officers. It highlights the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions and upholding the rule of law.
Buckman’s sentence serves as a reminder that assaulting a federal officer will not be tolerated in our society. We appreciate the hard work of the investigators and prosecutors who brought this case to justice.
The case is a testament to the importance of interagency cooperation and the commitment to protecting the public and upholding the law.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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