Tulsa Man Lands 17 Years for Choking Pregnant Partner
A federal jury convicted Dakota Wayne Campus, 34, of domestic violence strangulation and firearm charges, and now he’s facing the consequences. U.S. District Judge John F. Heil, III, sentenced Campus to 204 months imprisonment, followed by 5 years of supervised release.
Campus was found guilty of Assault of an Intimate/Dating Partner by Strangling and Attempting to Strangle in Indian Country; Assault with a Dangerous Weapon with Intent to do Bodily Harm in Indian Country; Carrying, Using, and Brandishing a Firearm During and in Relation to a Crime of Violence; and Felon in Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition. The victim, a tribal citizen and pregnant woman, was the target of Campus’s violent outburst.
Studies show that domestic violence strangulation is a significant predictor of future attempted and completed murders, increasing the odds of death by more than seven times. Strangulation can leave victims with long-term psychological and physical injuries, including depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, traumatic brain injury, strokes, and more. Timely intervention is crucial to minimize the negative effects of strangulation.
The FBI and Tulsa Police Department conducted the investigation, and Assistant U.S. Attorneys Stacey P. Todd and George Jiang prosecuted the case. Campus will remain in custody pending transfer to the U.S. Bureau of Prisons.
Domestic violence victims can find resources and support by contacting the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-SAFE (7233) or texting “START” to 88788. In an emergency, always call 911. Confidential resources can be found on their website at thehotline.org.
Tulsa residents are breathing a sigh of relief knowing that justice has been served. The community is coming together to support the victim and her family, and to raise awareness about the devastating effects of domestic violence.
As the nation continues to grapple with the issue of domestic violence, it’s cases like Campus’s that serve as a stark reminder of the importance of holding perpetrators accountable. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this story and provide updates as more information becomes available.
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Key Facts
- State: Oklahoma
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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