A federal jury has found Clarence Clark, Jr., guilty of sexually abusing a minor on the Red Lake Indian Reservation. The verdict was delivered after a three-day trial in U.S. District Court, as announced by Acting U.S. Attorney Lisa D. Kirkpatrick.
Court documents and evidence presented during the trial revealed that Clarence Edward Clark, Jr., 37, committed the assault on March 1, 2024. The incident occurred at a home on the Red Lake Reservation when the victim was physically incapacitated. Another minor present interrupted the assault and sought help from a neighbor, who then called 911. Clark was found intoxicated at the scene and apprehended by Red Lake Tribal Police.
On May 15, 2025, Clark Jr. was convicted of both counts before Judge John R. Tunheim in U.S. District Court. "This guilty verdict is the result of close and timely coordination between the Red Lake Nation, FBI, and U.S. Attorney’s office," said Acting U.S. Attorney Lisa D. Kirkpatrick. She emphasized that it reflects "the courage of two minors and the deep partnership between the Federal and Tribal governments."
Special Agent in Charge Alvin M. Winston Sr., of FBI Minneapolis, commented on the case: "Clarence Clark Jr. robbed a child of safety and innocence." He noted that Clark's actions were "an egregious violation of trust" and stated that "this guilty verdict ensures he will face the consequences of his crimes."
The investigation was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation along with the Red Lake Police Department, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Rachel L. Kraker and Michael P. McBride prosecuting.
