EAGLE BUTTE, SOUTH DAKOTA – A chilling threat with a folding knife has landed a local man in jail. Kenny Fiddler, 34, was sentenced to 27 months in custody for Assault with a Dangerous Weapon.
The crime unfolded on August 23, 2014, when Fiddler took a folding knife and held it to the back of the victim’s neck, threatening to cause bodily harm. The victim, an adult male, was left shaken by the incident.
Eagle Butte resident Kenny Fiddler was indicted by a federal grand jury on December 9, 2014, for his role in the assault. He later pleaded guilty to the charge on March 3, 2015.
U.S. District Judge Roberto A. Lange handed down the sentence on May 4, 2015. Fiddler will also serve 2 years of supervised release and pay a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund.
The case was investigated by the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Division. Assistant U.S. Attorney Mikal Hanson prosecuted the case, ensuring that Fiddler would face justice for his crimes.
The people of Eagle Butte can now breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that the perpetrator of this heinous crime has been brought to justice. The community can rest assured that those who commit such crimes will be held accountable for their actions.
Fiddler’s sentence serves as a reminder that Assault with a Dangerous Weapon is a serious crime that will not be tolerated in our society. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this story and bring you updates as more information becomes available.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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