South Dakota Man Indicted for Sex Crimes

In a shocking turn of events, John Joseph White Plume, Sr., a 50-year-old resident of Manderson, South Dakota, has been charged with one count of Sexual Abuse and two counts of Sexual Abuse of a Minor. According to the indictment, the crimes took place in March 2021.

The maximum penalty upon conviction is lifetime imprisonment and/or a $250,000 fine, up to life of supervised release, and a $300 assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund. Restitution may also be ordered.

The charges relate to White Plume knowingly engaging in and attempting to engage in sexual acts with a minor female at Manderson in March 2021. The investigation is being conducted by the Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

White Plume’s lawyer could not be reached for comment. The court documents do not specify the identity of the victim. Assistant U.S. Attorney Megan Poppen is prosecuting the case. A trial date has been set for May 3, 2022.

White Plume was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service pending trial. The case is being closely watched by law enforcement officials and advocates for victims of sex crimes.

White Plume’s indictment serves as a reminder that sex crimes can have devastating consequences for victims and their families. The case is a stark reminder of the importance of holding perpetrators accountable for their actions.

The charges against White Plume are mere accusations, and he is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty. However, the severity of the charges suggests that the prosecution has a strong case.

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