Ta-Sunka-Hinz Thunder Hawk, Simple Assault, South Dakota 2013

State: South Dakota
Category: Violent Crime
Source: <a href="https://www.justice.gov/usao-sd/pr/guilty-plea-simple-assault-case" style="color:#cc0000;" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">DOJ Press Release ÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â‚¬Â Ã¢â‚¬â€

A shocking display of violence at a South Dakota high school has left a community reeling. Ta-Sunka-Hinz Thunder Hawk, an 18-year-old from Blackfoot, South Dakota, has pleaded guilty to simple assault.

According to court documents, Thunder Hawk went into a room at Tiospaye Topa High School in March 2013 and grabbed the victim in a bear hug. The victim, who was working at the school, was forced to struggle in order to get free.

The incident is a stark reminder of the dangers of violence in our schools. The investigation was conducted by the Cheyenne River Tribal Law Enforcement Services, and Assistant U.S. Attorney Mikal Hanson prosecuted the case.

The maximum penalty upon conviction is 6 months of imprisonment and a $5,000 fine, or both. Restitution and a $10 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund may also be ordered.

Thunder Hawk was remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service pending sentencing, which has been set for October 14, 2013. The community is breathing a sigh of relief that the perpetrator has been brought to justice.

The guilty plea is a significant blow to the defendant, who now faces the possibility of imprisonment and financial penalties. The case serves as a reminder of the consequences of violence and the importance of holding perpetrators accountable.

As the community continues to heal from this incident, the people of South Dakota can take comfort in knowing that justice is being served. The guilty plea is a significant step towards closure and healing for all parties involved.

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