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Wellpinit Man Smashes Girlfriend’s Face, Sentenced to 48 Months
A ruthless boyfriend has been locked away for years after leaving his girlfriend with a shattered face. James Ray Hill Jr., 46, of Wellpinit, Washington, was sentenced to 48 months in prison after pleading guilty to Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury in Indian Country.
According to court documents, on December 3, 2023, Hill punched his girlfriend in the face while they were sitting in her car on the Spokane Indian Reservation. The assault caused the victim’s face to swell up and her injuries were painful. The victim went to hospital for treatment. Doctors found multiple broken bones, including around her eye and nose. The injuries were so severe, the victim underwent surgery to repair the damage to her face.
“My office’s partnership with Tribal nations and communities is integral to the work we do within the U.S. Attorney’s Office. While the federal government has not always lived up to its treaty and trust obligations, we can and must do better moving forward. Ensuring public safety is a top priority for my office, and I am so grateful for the work we have been able to do over the past several years to rebuild trust with the Tribal nations within the Eastern District of Washington,” said Acting United States Attorney Richard R. Barker.
The case was investigated by the FBI and the Spokane Tribal Police Department. It was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Michael J. Ellis. Hill will serve 3 years of supervised release after completing his prison sentence.
The victim’s injuries were so severe that she required surgery to repair the damage. This brutal assault is a stark reminder of the dangers of domestic violence and the importance of holding perpetrators accountable. The U.S. Attorney’s Office is committed to ensuring public safety and supporting victims of violent crimes.
James Ray Hill Jr. will serve his 48-month sentence and 3 years of supervised release for his role in the brutal assault. The FBI and Spokane Tribal Police Department worked tirelessly to bring this perpetrator to justice, and we are grateful for their dedication to public safety.
Court Case Number: 2:24-cr-00005-TOR
Key Facts
- State: Washington
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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