Two men have been charged in connection with a violent attack that occurred in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. Irving Provost, Jr., 35, and Lester Waters, 32, were indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly using a firearm to attempt to murder two other men on March 20, 2013.
According to the indictment, Provost and Waters were charged with assault with intent to commit murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, and assault resulting in serious bodily injury. The two men appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Veronica L. Duffy on May 29, 2013, and pleaded not guilty to the indictment.
The maximum penalty upon conviction is 20 years of imprisonment and a $250,000 fine. The investigation is being conducted by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of Justice Services, and the Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety.
Provost and Waters were remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshal. A trial date has been set for August 6, 2013. The charges are merely an accusation, and Provost and Waters are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
The case is a disturbing reminder of the ongoing violence in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.
The community is still reeling from the news of the attack, and many are calling for greater action to be taken to address the root causes of violence in Pine Ridge.
As the trial approaches, Grimy Times will be providing in-depth coverage of the case, including interviews with local officials and residents. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
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Key Facts
- State: South Dakota
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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