Ryan Franklin, Assault in Indian Country, New Mexico 2018
A brutal assault in Indian Country has left a woman with severe injuries, and the perpetrator is now facing serious consequences. Ryan Franklin, 30, of Shiprock, New Mexico, pleaded guilty in federal court on Monday to a charge of assaulting a woman in Indian Country resulting in serious bodily injury.
According to the plea agreement, Franklin committed the offense on August 25, 2018, within the boundaries of the Navajo Nation in San Juan County, New Mexico. Franklin admitted that he hit the victim in the face several times with his fists.
The victim suffered extreme pain, a fractured orbital socket, and disfigurement that still requires medical attention. Franklin is an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation.
Franklin is currently in custody awaiting sentencing. He faces up to 10 years in prison.
The FBI investigated the case with the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Navajo Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Elisa C. Dimas is prosecuting the case.
The case highlights the serious consequences of domestic violence in Indian Country. According to the National Institute of Justice, approximately 39% of Native American women have experienced physical violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime.
The community is calling for justice and support for the victim. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing domestic violence and ensuring that perpetrators are held accountable for their actions.
Key Facts
- State: New Mexico
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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