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Pine Ridge Man Charged for Brutal Assault
A shocking incident of violence has been reported in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. Gordon Pourier, an 18-year-old resident of Pine Ridge, has been indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly using a wooden board to assault a female on March 14, 2013.
According to the indictment, Pourier faces charges of assault with a dangerous weapon and assault resulting in serious bodily injury. The alleged victim suffered severe injuries, and Pourier is now facing serious consequences.
Pourier was arraigned in federal court on May 24, 2013, where he pleaded not guilty to the indictment. The maximum penalty for conviction is 10 years of imprisonment and a $250,000 fine.
The investigation into the assault is being conducted by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of Justice Services, and the Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety. Assistant U.S. Attorney Wayne Venhuizen is leading the prosecution of the case.
Pourier was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshal, and a trial date has been set for July 30, 2013. The community is reeling from the news, and many are demanding justice for the alleged victim.
The case highlights the ongoing issues of violence and crime in Native American communities. As the investigation continues, residents of Pine Ridge are calling for increased support and resources to address the root causes of this violence.
Pourier’s trial is set to begin on July 30, 2013, and the community will be watching closely as this case unfolds. The alleged victim’s identity has not been released, and the case remains under investigation.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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