Pierre Man Flees Custody, Faces 5 Years
A Pierre man has pleaded guilty to escaping from custody, a federal crime that carries a maximum penalty of 5 years imprisonment and/or a $250,000 fine.
Dakota Lee Dillon, 24, of Pierre, South Dakota, appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Veronica L. Duffy on April 2, 2013, and entered a guilty plea to Escape from Custody.
According to court documents, Dillon escaped from the custody of the Bureau of Prisons on July 20, 2012, while at Community Alternatives of the Black Hills. The investigation into the escape was conducted by the U.S. Marshal Service.
The case against Dillon is being prosecuted by Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Laura A. Shattuck. Dillon was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshal pending sentencing.
A sentencing date has not been set. Dillon’s guilty plea marks the end of a long and complex investigation into the escape.
The case serves as a reminder of the serious consequences of attempting to flee from custody. We will continue to follow this story and provide updates as more information becomes available.
The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. This is a developing story, and we will provide further updates as necessary.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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