Toni Carole Cochran, a 26-year-old woman from Eagle Butte, South Dakota, has been indicted for Assaulting, Resisting, and Impeding a Federal Officer.
According to the indictment, on January 21, 2021, in Eagle Butte, Cochran allegedly assaulted and resisted a federal officer by using her vehicle as a dangerous weapon. Following her arrest, she spat on another officer who was engaged in the performance of their official duties.
The maximum penalty upon conviction is up to 20 years in custody and/or a $250,000 fine, three years of supervised release, and $100 to the Federal Crime Victims Fund. Restitution may also be ordered.
Toni Carole Cochran, age 26, was indicted on October 13, 2021. She appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Mark A. Moreno on October 19, 2021, and pled not guilty to the Indictment.
The investigation is being conducted by the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement Services. Assistant U.S. Attorney Carl Thunem is prosecuting the case.
Cochran was released on bond pending trial. A trial date of December 14, 2021, has been set.
The charge is merely an accusation, and Toni Carole Cochran is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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