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Sampson Sentenced to 70 Months for Assault
Spokane – In a shocking turn of events, 38-year-old Bruce Warren Sampson, Jr. of Toppenish, Washington, has been sentenced to 70 months in federal prison for assault with a dangerous weapon and assault resulting in serious bodily injury. The harsh sentence was handed down by United States District Judge Salvador Mendoza, Jr. after a four-day jury trial that ended in a guilty verdict on May 6, 2021.
According to information disclosed during court proceedings, Sampson brutally beat and kicked the male victim in the head and chest, causing grievous injuries, including eight broken ribs, traumatic brain injury, and a broken eye socket. The victim was airlifted to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, Washington, for treatment. The assault occurred in Sampson’s hotel room in Toppenish, Washington, which is within the external boundaries of the Yakama Nation.
Sampson initially denied any knowledge of the assault and claimed to have acted in self-defense at trial. However, the jury rejected his claim, finding him guilty of both counts. The prosecution, led by Richard Burson, Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington, commended the law enforcement officers with the Yakama Nation Police Department, Toppenish Police Department, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for their tireless efforts in investigating this case.
Acting United States Attorney Joseph H. Harrington expressed his gratitude to the law enforcement agencies involved, stating, “The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Washington commends the law enforcement officers with the Yakama Nation Police Department, Toppenish Police Department, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation who investigated this case. Prosecuting violent crime occurring on Indian Reservations in the Eastern District of Washington is a major priority for the U.S. Attorney’s Office.”
The investigation into this case was a collaborative effort between the Yakama Nation Police Department, Toppenish Police Department, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Sampson will serve a 3-year term of court supervision after his release from federal prison.
This case serves as a stark reminder of the severe consequences of violent crime. The harsh sentence handed down to Sampson is a testament to the commitment of law enforcement agencies to bring perpetrators to justice. As the U.S. Attorney’s Office continues to prioritize the prosecution of violent crime, the public can rest assured that those responsible for these heinous acts will be held accountable.
The case of Bruce Warren Sampson, Jr. is a sobering reminder of the devastating impact of assault and the importance of holding perpetrators accountable for their actions. The dedication of law enforcement agencies and the U.S. Attorney’s Office in prosecuting violent crime will continue to protect innocent lives and keep our communities safe.
Key Facts
- State: Washington
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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