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7 days ago

South Dakota crime down 6% in 2025, state report shows

South Dakota’s overall criminal offenses fell 6.03% in 2025 compared with 2024, according to the state’s annual “Crime in South Dakota” report. Serious “Group A” crimes dropped nearly 8%, including fewer homicides.

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2 weeks ago

Attorney General Jackley Releases 2025 Crime in South Dakota Report

The Crime in South Dakota 2025 Report includes 64,261 criminal offenses in 2025 compared to 68,388 in 2024. Drug offenses decreased 6.25 percent in 2025 compared to 2024. There were 6,358 drug offenses in 2025 compared to 6,782 in 2024.

2 weeks ago

Mitchell police investigating BankWest ATM “jackpotting” theft; about $80,000 taken

Mitchell police are investigating a late-night theft from two BankWest ATMs using a technique known as “jackpotting,” with an estimated $80,000 taken. The incidents happened late Friday, Feb. 13, into early Saturday, Feb. 14, and investigators are asking the public to report suspicious activity.

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3 weeks ago

Mitchell Drug Case Moves Forward as Defendant Chooses to Represent Himself

A Mitchell criminal case involving Courtney Stork is moving ahead after multiple delays, with the defendant opting to represent himself. A judge has denied motions to suppress evidence tied to two 2025 searches, and a new motions hearing is set for Feb. 17.

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3 weeks ago

Mitchell Police Say City Remains Safe as South Dakota’s 2025 Crime Report Nears Release

Mitchell law enforcement leaders say violent crime remains low and most calls involve property crime or drug activity, even as overall incident counts can look high due to the city’s size and thorough reporting

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