DCI investigating officer-involved shooting in Dell Rapids

October 12, 2023

PIERRE, S.D.–Attorney General Marty Jackley says the Division of Criminal investigation, at the request of the South Dakota Highway Patrol, is investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred Wednesday in Dell Rapids.

One person was injured. The Highway Patrol trooper involved was not injured.

Jackley says DCI is working with local and state law enforcement on the investigation. The Highway Patrol is cooperating in the investigation.

The DCI will process the crime scene, conduct a forensic examination of all collected evidence, interview officers and witnesses, and will review all video cameras from the area.

After the investigation is complete, the DCI will issue a shooting summary.