Manderson Man Charged in Shooting

State: South Dakota
Category: Violent Crime
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Crime Rocks Manderson Community: 20-Year-Old Man Charged in Shooting

The gruesome incident near Porcupine has left the community in shock. Elijah West, 20, has been charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon, Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury, and Discharging, Brandishing, or Possessing a Firearm During and in Relation to a Crime of Violence.

West appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Daneta Wollmann on March 16, 2018, and pleaded not guilty to the charges. The maximum penalty upon conviction is life imprisonment and/or a $250,000 fine, 5 years of supervised release, and a $100 assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund. Restitution may also be ordered.

The investigation is being conducted by the Bureau of Indian Affairs Office of Justice Services and the Oglala Sioux Tribe Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Ben Patterson is prosecuting the case. West was detained pending trial.

The charges relate to West shooting two women near Porcupine in February 2018. The charges are merely an accusation and West is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

The case has sent shockwaves throughout the community, with many left wondering how such a violent crime could occur. As the investigation continues, one thing is certain – justice will be served.

West’s detention pending trial has raised concerns among his supporters, who claim he is innocent until proven guilty. However, the prosecution remains confident in their case, citing the severity of the charges and the evidence gathered during the investigation.

As the trial date approaches, the community remains on edge, waiting to see justice served. The Grimy Times will continue to provide updates on this developing story.

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