U.S. Attorney Jesse A. Laslovich | U.S. Department of Justice
GREAT FALLS — A Browning woman has pleaded guilty to assault resulting in serious bodily injury on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation. Autumn Rose Rider, 30, admitted to striking another woman from behind, leading to significant eye injuries.
U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich announced that Rider could face up to 10 years in prison, a $250,000 fine, and three years of supervised release. Chief U.S. District Judge Brian M. Morris presided over the case and set sentencing for March 20, 2025. Rider remains detained as proceedings continue.
According to court documents, the incident occurred on July 24, 2022. The victim, identified as Jane Doe, was with Rider's father when they drove Rider to a residence in Browning. As Jane Doe was getting back into their vehicle, she was struck from behind by Rider. The attack caused a laceration and made her feel like there was glass in her eye. It remains unclear whether the injury resulted from being hit with a bottle or fist but did result in broken glasses for Jane Doe.
The victim received treatment at Kalispell Regional Hospital for her facial injuries.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office is handling prosecution duties while the FBI and Blackfeet Law Enforcement Services led the investigation.
