"Grand Jury Indicts Man in Death of South Dakota Chief Deputy"

Joseph Hoek, the man accused of killing Moody County Chief Deputy Sheriff Ken Prorok, has been indicted by a grand jury on charges of first-degree, premeditated murder and aggravated felony eluding. His attorney indicated a plea of not guilty, and the formal arraignment is set for March 13. The state will give its position on the possibility of a death penalty sentence if Hoek is convicted. The community continues to mourn the loss of Chief Deputy Prorok, with law enforcement officers providing support during this difficult time.