PHOENIX, Arizona – On February 28, 2015, Jeremy Lee Thompson, 33, of Sacaton, Arizona, committed a heinous crime that left a victim with serious bodily injury. In a brazen attack, Thompson slashed the victim across the face with a knife, leaving a lasting impact.
Thompson, a member of the Gila River Indian Community, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Susan R Bolton to 144 months in prison for his role in the assault. The sentence was handed down after Thompson pleaded guilty to assault resulting in serious bodily injury.
The investigation into the incident was conducted by the Gila River Police Department, with Assistant U.S. Attorneys Raynette Logan and Christina Covault handling the prosecution. The case against Thompson was a result of his actions on February 28, 2015, and the obstruction of justice by him and his friends.
Thompson was on federal supervised release at the time of the stabbing, which added to the severity of the sentence. The Court took into account the fact that Thompson obstructed the investigation by encouraging his friends to threaten witnesses in the case.
As a result of his actions, Thompson will serve 12 years in prison, a testament to the gravity of his crime. The Gila River Indian Community will undoubtedly be relieved to see Thompson held accountable for his actions.
The case serves as a reminder of the importance of holding perpetrators accountable for their crimes. The U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Arizona, will continue to work tirelessly to bring justice to victims and their families.
For more information on the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Arizona, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/az/. Follow the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Arizona, on Twitter @USAO_AZ for the latest news.
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Key Facts
- State: Arizona
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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