NEWS: President of Oglala Sioux Tribe admits arrest during coronavirus crisis

COVID-19 in Indian Country

President Julian Bear Runner admitted to being arrested this weekend, though he declined to say what charges he is facing as he continues to lead COVID-19 response efforts for the Oglala Sioux Tribe.

Oglala Sioux Tribe (South Dakota)

President Julian Bear Runner of the Oglala Sioux Tribe confirmed the first COVID-19 case on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota.

Oglala Sioux Tribe (South Dakota)

President Julian Bear Runner of the Oglala Sioux Tribe announced a number of actions being taken to prevent the spread of the coronavirus on the Pine Ridge Reservation.

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