– Teen Arrested in Lake Andes Murder Case
– Lake Andes Homicide Suspect identified.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
A teenager from Lake Andes is facing serious charges including murder, manslaughter, and aggravated assault in connection with a tragic incident that took place at a local hotel on May 21. The details of the case were revealed by Charles Mix County State’s Attorney Steve Cotton in a statement to the Press & Dakotan.
Charges and Court Appearance
18-year-old Mackenzie Antelope has been charged with first-degree murder, second-degree murder, and manslaughter in the death of 22-year-old Quinlan Ream. Additionally, Antelope is facing aggravated assault charges related to an attack on Dylan Oullette. The violent incident resulted in the death of Ream and severe injuries to Oullette, who managed to seek help at a nearby gas station before being airlifted to a hospital in Sioux Falls.
Antelope is set to appear in court at the Charles Mix County Courthouse in Lake Andes for his initial hearing. He has requested a court-appointed attorney for his defence, which is expected to be addressed during the upcoming court proceedings. Currently, Antelope is being held at the Charles Mix County Jail on a bond set at $500,000.
Previous Incident and Law Enforcement Efforts
In an additional development, a person named Mackenzie Antelope with a matching birth date is scheduled for arraignment in connection with a separate incident from October 2023. In that case, Antelope was charged with attempted first-degree murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon at the age of 17.
Following the homicide at the Lake Andes motel, Charles Mix County Sheriff Randy Thaler mentioned that his office, along with the South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI), were collaborating on the case. State’s Attorney Cotton praised the coordinated efforts of various law enforcement agencies in swiftly responding to the incident and ensuring public safety.
Potential Penalties
Each charge that Antelope is facing carries specific penalties. First-degree murder, a Class A felony, could result in the death penalty or life imprisonment. Second-degree murder, a Class B felony, carries a mandatory penalty of life imprisonment. Manslaughter, a Class C felony, has a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.
Aggravated assault, a Class 3 felony, could lead to a maximum sentence of 15 years imprisonment and a fine of $30,000. The charges related to the use of a deadly weapon, such as a knife, in the commission of the crimes, also carry the possibility of additional fines.
Investigation Details
The investigation into the May 21 incident revealed the graphic nature of the crime scene. Law enforcement responded to a 911 call reporting a stabbing at a gas station in Lake Andes, leading them to the victim Oullette. Subsequent investigations at the motel room where the crimes occurred provided crucial evidence, including witness statements and physical traces linking Antelope to the scene.
Witnesses confirmed that Antelope was present at the hotel, where a verbal altercation escalated into a violent confrontation. The sequence of events leading to the fatal stabbing of Ream and the injuries sustained by Oullette were reconstructed through witness testimonies and physical evidence collected at the scene.
Developments and Legal Proceedings
The ongoing investigation is uncovering more details about the events leading to the tragic outcome at the Lake Andes motel. As the case progresses, additional information may shed light on the circumstances surrounding the incident and the individuals involved.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided by the Press & Dakotan both online and in print. Stay informed about the latest developments in the case by following our coverage.
.
1. Teen arrested Lake Andes Homicide Community
2. Teen suspect arrested Lake Andes Homicide Community.
