Local Man Pleads Guilty to Kidnapping Charge
A Sioux Falls man has admitted to a shocking crime, pleading guilty to a federal kidnapping charge. Jon Henri Bryant, Sr., age 61, was indicted on November 9, 2016, and appeared before U.S. District Judge Karen E. Schreier on August 1, 2017.
According to the indictment, on October 25, 2016, Bryant forcefully and violently took a motor vehicle from the victim, who was forced by Bryant into the vehicle’s trunk. The victim suffered serious bodily injury. Bryant committed the kidnapping for revenge and he transported the victim over state lines.
The maximum penalty upon conviction is up to Life in custody, a $250,000 fine, or both, 5 years of supervised release, and $100 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund. Restitution may also be ordered.
The investigation is being conducted by the Sioux Falls Police Department, the Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Office, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the U.S. Marshal’s Service. Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeremy R. Jehangiri is prosecuting the case.
Bryant was returned to the custody of the U.S. Marshal’s Service. A sentencing hearing has been set for October 23, 2017. Bryant’s guilty plea marks a significant development in the case.
As the community continues to grapple with the aftermath of this crime, the guilty plea serves as a reminder of the serious consequences of such actions. The case is a sobering reminder of the importance of public safety and the need for accountability.
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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