Assaulting a Federal Officer in South Dakota

Lane Felix Knife, 20, of Spring Creek, South Dakota, was sentenced to 6 months in custody for Assaulting a Federal Officer in a violent incident that shocked the community.

On August 31, 2017, Knife resisted arrest and spat on the arm and shoulder of a corrections officer who was assisting in removing him from a patrol vehicle. The officer was assisting in the removal due to Knife’s prior actions. This incident was thoroughly investigated by the Rosebud Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services.

The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Daniel C. Nelson, who worked diligently to ensure justice was served. The conviction stemmed from Knife’s guilty plea on December 11, 2017, after being indicted by a federal grand jury on October 17, 2017.

Knife was sentenced on February 21, 2018, by U.S. District Judge Roberto A. Lange. He was also ordered to pay a special assessment of $100 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund. Following his 6-month prison term, Knife will serve 2 years of supervised release.

The U.S. Marshals Service took immediate custody of Knife after the sentencing. The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officials and the importance of upholding the law.

This case highlights the tireless efforts of law enforcement agencies and prosecutors in protecting the community and holding perpetrators accountable for their actions. The people of South Dakota demand justice, and it is the duty of the justice system to deliver it.

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