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Navajo Man Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison for Child Assault
In a disturbing case of child abuse, Kevin Ernest Lewis, a 32-year-old enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, has been sentenced to five years in prison for assaulting a minor in Indian Country.
According to court records, on February 5, 2020, Lewis pleaded guilty to the charge of assault of a minor resulting in substantial bodily injury in Indian Country. In a shocking admission, Lewis stated that he hit his then-girlfriend while she was holding their four-month-old child. During the attack, Lewis knocked the child onto the ground, causing the infant to suffer a skull fracture and intracranial bleeding.
The crime occurred on the Navajo Nation in McKinley County, New Mexico, and was investigated by the Navajo Nation Tribal Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Allison C. Jaros prosecuted this case.
Lewis, who is now facing the consequences of his actions, will be subject to three years of supervised release upon his release from prison. The harsh sentence sends a strong message about the severity of child abuse and the importance of holding perpetrators accountable.
The case highlights the ongoing issue of child abuse in Indian Country, which requires a concerted effort to prevent and address. The Navajo Nation and other tribal communities are working tirelessly to provide support services and resources to victims of child abuse.
The sentencing of Kevin Ernest Lewis serves as a reminder that child abuse is a serious crime with severe consequences. It is essential that we continue to raise awareness about this critical issue and work together to ensure the safety and well-being of our children.
Mandatory Facts:
Defendant: Kevin Ernest Lewis
Criminal Charges: Assault of a minor resulting in substantial bodily injury in Indian Country
City and State: Crownpoint, New Mexico
Exact Date: February 5, 2020 (plea), April 12, 2021 (sentencing)
Sentence or Outcome: Five years in prison, three years of supervised release
Key Facts
- State: New Mexico
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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