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Hayden Lake

Case from Pine Ridge, SD dated Mar 14, 2022

Victim Details

Hayden Lake

Male

Native American / American Indian

Pine Ridge

SD

2022-03-14

17

Hayden

Lake

Accidental

06/21/2026

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On March 14, 2022, a tragic incident claimed the life of 17-year-old Native American male Hayden Lake Youngman Afraid of His Horses at his home near Pine Ridge, South Dakota. Born on August 4, 2004, in Pine Ridge, Hayden was known for his kind and gentle nature. He had aspirations of becoming an engineer and was also considering serving in the military after finishing his education.

The events that led to his untimely death unfolded while he was with friends, preparing to go to a creek. W ...
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  • https://www.keloland.com/news/investigates/losing-two-kids-within-two-months-is-just-too-much/
  • 29604 U.S. 18, Oglala, SD, US | Housecreep
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