Sylvan Godfrey, Aggravated Child Sexual Abuse, South Dakota 2007

State: South Dakota
Category: Violent Crime|Sex Crimes
Source: <a href="https://www.justice.gov/usao-sd/pr/south-dakota-man-sentenced-aggravated-sexual-abuse-child" style="color:#cc0000;" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">DOJ Press Release ÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â‚¬Â Ã¢â‚¬â€

Grimy Times Investigates:

Sylvan Godfrey, a 51-year-old Lake Andes, South Dakota man, has been sentenced to 360 months in custody for his heinous crime of aggravated sexual abuse of a child. The gruesome incident took place sometime between May 2006 and November 2007, during which Godfrey sexually abused a young girl who was under 12 years old.

According to the court documents, Godfrey was indicted by a federal grand jury on July 17, 2013. The case went to trial on May 28, 2014, in Pierre, South Dakota, where a federal jury found him guilty of the charge.

U.S. District Judge Roberto A. Lange handed down the sentence on August 11, 2014. Godfrey will serve 5 years of supervised release and pay a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund, in addition to his prison term.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Timothy M. Maher prosecuted the case, while the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) conducted the investigation. Godfrey was immediately taken into custody by the U.S. Marshals Service.

The disturbing case highlights the severity of child abuse and the importance of bringing perpetrators to justice. Grimy Times commends the efforts of the FBI and the prosecution team for their dedication to ensuring Godfrey faced the full weight of the law.

As we continue to expose the dark underbelly of crime in our communities, we urge our readers to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. Together, we can create a safer and more just society for all.

Brendan V. Johnson, U.S. Attorney, announced the sentencing, emphasizing the importance of holding perpetrators accountable for their crimes. The case serves as a reminder that child abuse will not be tolerated and that those who commit such atrocities will face severe consequences.

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