James Lawrence Shangreaux, Sr., a 34-year-old man from Pine Ridge, South Dakota, was meted out a severe punishment for his heinous acts of child abuse and neglect. United States Attorney Randolph J. Seiler announced that on May 18, 2017, Chief Judge Jeffrey L. Viken sentenced Shangreaux to 10 years in federal prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release, and ordered him to pay a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund.
The sentence was the culmination of a case that began on November 3, 2015, when charges were formally filed against Shangreaux for his neglectful treatment of his minor son. On January 3, 2017, Shangreaux pleaded guilty to felony child abuse and neglect.
Investigations into this harrowing case were conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Bureau of Indian Affairs Office of Justice Services, and the Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Sarah B. Collins and Megan J. Poppen led the prosecution that resulted in Shangreaux’s conviction.
Upon his sentencing, Shangreaux was immediately transferred into the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service, ensuring he would serve his time without delay or escape.
This case serves as a stark reminder of the gravity with which child abuse is treated in federal courts and underscores the commitment to protecting vulnerable children from such atrocities.
James Lawrence Shangreaux, Sr.’s life has been forever altered by the justice system’s response to his actions. His sentence sends a clear message that such crimes will not be tolerated, and that those who harm innocent children face severe consequences.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime|Sex Crimes|Cybercrime|Public Corruption
- Source: Official Source ↗
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