Kenneth William Chase, Second Degree Murder, South Dakota 2019
Man Sentenced to 210 Months in Prison for Second Degree Murder of Infant Son
A McLaughlin, South Dakota, man has been sentenced to 210 months in federal prison for the second degree murder of his infant son. Kenneth William Chase, age 32, was convicted of the crime and sentenced on August 26, 2019 by U.S. District Judge Charles B. Kornmann.
According to court documents, the murder took place in Chase’s and the victim’s residence in Corson County on April 5 or 6, 2018. Chase committed the murder upon his infant son by inflicting traumatic head injuries to the victim.
The investigation was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Bureau of Indian Affairs – Office of Justice Services, and the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe’s Law Enforcement. Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeremy R. Jehangiri prosecuted the case.
Chase was ordered to pay $100 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund as part of his sentence. He will also serve 4 years of supervised release after his prison term.
Chase was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service following the sentencing. The case serves as a reminder of the severity of crimes against children and the importance of protecting vulnerable populations.
The sentencing of Kenneth William Chase is a significant step in bringing justice to the victim and his family. Our thoughts are with them during this difficult time.
Defendant Information:
- Defendant: Kenneth William Chase
- Criminal Charges: Second Degree Murder
- City and State: McLaughlin, South Dakota
- Crime Date: April 5 or 6, 2018
- Sentence: 210 months in federal prison, 4 years of supervised release, and $100 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-sd/pr/mclaughlin-man-sentenced-federal-prison-second-degree-murder-son