Pierre, SD – In a shocking turn of events, a federal jury has convicted a local man of assaulting a federal officer. Jade LaRoche, 42, of Lower Brule, South Dakota, was found guilty of Assaulting, Opposing, Resisting, Impeding, Intimidating, or Interfering with a Federal Officer.
The charge carries a maximum penalty of eight years in federal prison and/or a $250,000 fine, three years of supervised release, and a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund. Restitution may also be ordered.
LaRoche was indicted by a federal grand jury on January 11, 2022. The evidence at trial showed that on October 31, 2021, in Lower Brule, LaRoche forcibly opposed and resisted a federal law enforcement officer.
According to the indictment, the officer was called to a residence to remove LaRoche. Upon learning that he was going to be placed under arrest, LaRoche ran from the officer into a back bedroom of the home. As the officer approached the back bedroom, the defendant charged out from his hiding spot, striking the officer and knocking him backwards into a table.
The victim suffered injuries to his neck, back, and shoulder. This case was investigated by the Bureau of Indian Affairs – Office of Justice Services, Lower Brule Agency. Assistant U.S. Attorney Troy R. Morley prosecuted the case.
LaRoche was immediately remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service after the jury announced its verdict. A presentence investigation report was ordered and a sentencing date has not been set.
The trial was a significant victory for law enforcement and a reminder that assaulting a federal officer will not be tolerated. We hope that justice is served and LaRoche is held accountable for his actions.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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