A 22-year-old Kyle, South Dakota, man has been sentenced for assaulting a federal officer.
Tex Janis, age 22, was sentenced to time already served, two years of supervised release, and ordered to pay a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund.
The conviction stemmed from Janis assaulting an on-duty Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety officer who sustained injuries that required medical attention.
According to court records, Janis was indicted by a federal grand jury in January 2021 and pleaded guilty on March 11, 2022.
The case was investigated by the Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety. Assistant U.S. Attorney Megan Poppen prosecuted the case.
Janis’ sentence is a result of his actions on or around the time of his indictment. The specific date of the assault could not be confirmed.
The case marks another instance of violence against law enforcement officials in the region. Law enforcement agencies are working to ensure officer safety and well-being.
Janis’ sentencing serves as a reminder of the consequences of assaulting a federal officer.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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