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Mitchell Man Head-Butts Officer, Sentenced to 12 Months
A Mitchell, South Dakota, man has been sentenced for his role in a violent altercation with a federal officer. On September 11, 2013, U.S. District Judge Karen E. Schreier sentenced Vincent Michael Horned Eagle, 23, to 12 months in custody.
The incident occurred on August 1, 2012, when Horned Eagle head-butted an officer who was attempting to place him under arrest. The assault was severe enough to warrant federal charges, including Assaulting, Resisting or Impeding a Federal Officer.
Horned Eagle was initially indicted on February 5, 2013, by a federal grand jury. He later pleaded guilty to the charges on June 18, 2013. The prosecution, led by Assistant U.S. Attorney Thomas J. Wright, was a result of an investigation by the U.S. Department of Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs Law Enforcement Services.
The case highlights the dangers faced by law enforcement officers on the job. While attempting to do their duty, they can be met with violence and aggression. In this case, the officer was simply trying to place Horned Eagle under arrest, but was met with a vicious head-butt.
Horned Eagle’s sentencing serves as a reminder of the consequences of such actions. His 12-month sentence is a result of his own actions, and a warning to others who would consider committing similar crimes. The incident serves as a sobering reminder of the risks faced by law enforcement officers every day.
In related news, Horned Eagle was immediately turned over to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service after his sentencing. His time in custody will serve as a punishment for his actions, and a warning to others who would consider committing similar crimes.
The case is a stark reminder of the need for law enforcement to be able to do their job safely and effectively. The violent altercation with Horned Eagle is a stark reminder of the risks faced by officers every day, and the importance of holding those who commit such crimes accountable.
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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