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Man Accused of Swiping Pickup Truck
A 2004 Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck was stolen from the Pine Ridge area on January 13, 2012, and transported across the state line, sparking a federal investigation.
Clayton Fire Thunder, 28, of Manderson, South Dakota, was indicted by a federal grand jury on March 20, 2012, for Larceny and Interstate Transportation of Stolen Motor Vehicle.
The maximum penalty upon conviction is 10 years of imprisonment and a $250,000 fine. Fire Thunder appeared before United States Magistrate Judge Veronica L. Duffy on January 9, 2013, and pled not guilty to the indictment.
The investigation is being conducted by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of Justice Services, and the Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety. Assistant United States Attorney Eric Kelderman is prosecuting the case.
Fire Thunder was remanded to the custody of the United States Marshal. A trial date has been set for March 19, 2013. The charges are merely accusations, and Fire Thunder is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
As authorities continue to investigate the theft, they urge anyone with information to come forward. The case has sparked concern in the community, with many calling for increased measures to prevent such crimes.
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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