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Rapid City Man Indicted for Conspiracy to Distribute Controlled Substance
A Rapid City man has been indicted for his alleged role in a conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance.
Clayton Charles High Wolf, age 29, was indicted on October 22, 2013, by a federal grand jury for Conspiracy to Distribute a Controlled Substance and Felon in Possession of a Firearm, according to United States Attorney Brendan V. Johnson.
High Wolf appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Veronica L. Duffy on October 25, 2013, and pled not guilty to the Indictment. The maximum penalty upon conviction is up to 40 years’ imprisonment and/or a $5,000,000 fine.
The charges are merely an accusation, and High Wolf is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty. The investigation is being conducted by the Northern Plains Safe Trails Drug Enforcement Task Force, the Division of Criminal Investigation, and the Rapid City Police Department.
Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Laura A. Shattuck is prosecuting the case. High Wolf was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service. A trial date has been set for December 17, 2013.
The indictment highlights the ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region. The public is urged to report any information regarding suspicious activity to the authorities.
As the investigation unfolds, the community can expect to see increased police presence and presence of U.S. Marshals in the area. The Grimy Times will continue to provide updates on this story as more information becomes available.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Violent Crime|Weapons
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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