Newton Two Two, Felony Child Abuse and Neglect, South Dakota 2013

Newton Two Two, a 30-year-old man from Pine Ridge, South Dakota, has been charged with a heinous crime that will leave you speechless. The man has been indicted for allegedly abusing and neglecting three minor children on December 15, 2012.

According to the indictment, Two Two intentionally and knowingly created an environment that was injurious to the welfare of the children, threatening them with substantial harm.

The investigation into Two Two's actions was conducted by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of Justice Services, and the Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety.

Two Two was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshal and is set to stand trial on June 4, 2013. If convicted, he faces a maximum penalty of 10 years of imprisonment and a $250,000 fine.

The charge against Two Two is merely an accusation, and he is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

U.S. Attorney Brendan V. Johnson announced the indictment, stressing the importance of protecting children from abuse and neglect.

A not guilty plea was entered by Two Two on March 28, 2013, before U.S. Magistrate Judge Veronica L. Duffy.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-sd/pr/pine-ridge-man-indicted-felony-child-abuse-and-neglect