Spirit Lake Man Sentenced For 2023 Murder in Fort Totten
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Austin Littlewind Jr. of Spirit Lake is sentenced to 16 years in prison for stabbing a man to death in 2023.
Littlewind was sentenced in U.S. District Court in Fargo.
The 22-year-old man had previously pleaded guilty to 2nd degree murder in Indian country.
In November 2023, he stabbed a man to death in Fort Totten after Littlewind confronted the man over $40.
As part of his sentence, Littlewind was also ordered to pay restitution for funeral and related expenses.
“This crime was both extremely violent and totally pointless,” Schneider said. “While there is no undoing the tragic loss of life that occurred, we hope this sentence provides a measure of justice and reassures the community that violent criminals will be pursued, prosecuted, and sent to federal prison for their crimes. Our career prosecutors and partners at the FBI deserve credit for their successful efforts on this case and their dedication to public safety in Indian country.”
“Senseless acts of violence have no place in our communities,” said Special Agent in Charge Alvin M. Winston Sr. of FBI Minneapolis. “Today’s sentencing reaffirms that committing a violent crime carries serious consequences. The FBI, alongside our tribal and law enforcement partners, will continue to seek justice for victims and hold offenders accountable.”
The case was investigated by FBI and prosecuted by Assistant US Attorney Lori H. Conroy.
