Frank William Holy Rock, Assault with a Dangerous Weapon, South Dakota 2013

Assault with a Dangerous Weapon Lands Manderson Man Behind Bars

A 22-year-old man from Manderson, South Dakota, has been sentenced for his role in a violent assault that left another man seriously injured. Frank William Holy Rock was found guilty of Assault with a Dangerous Weapon and has been handed a 24-month prison sentence, which will be followed by 3 years of supervised release. He was also ordered to pay $100 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund.

The assault occurred on May 20, 2012, when a group of young men were drinking and enjoying a bonfire in a pasture two miles from Manderson. In the early morning hours, another group of young men, including Holy Rock, approached the group at the bonfire, yelling obscenities and challenging them to a fight. A fight ensued between some members of the two groups, and Holy Rock hit another man with a stick and kicked him in the head repeatedly, causing a laceration to the head, which required stitches, and a fractured hand.

Holy Rock pled guilty to the charges on March 28, 2013. The case was investigated by the Bureau of Indian Affairs Office of Justice Services and the Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety. Assistant U.S. Attorney Sarah B. Collins prosecuted the case.

Chief Judge Jeffrey L. Viken, United States District Court, handed down the sentence on August 28, 2013. The assault highlights the dangers of violence and the importance of holding those responsible accountable for their actions.

The investigation and subsequent prosecution of Holy Rock serves as a reminder that the justice system is committed to protecting victims and keeping communities safe. The sentence imposed on Holy Rock is a testament to the seriousness with which the court views violent crime.

Frank Holy Rock’s actions on that fateful night have had serious consequences, and he will now face the consequences of his actions. The people of Manderson and the surrounding community can rest a little easier knowing that justice has been served.

The case is a stark reminder of the importance of community safety and the need for individuals to take responsibility for their actions.

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