Man charged in death of girl after life sentence commuted by Kristi Noem
Summary
Two men from South Dakota, including Mark Milk whose life sentence was reduced by Governor Kristi Noem in 2023, have been charged in the death of 14-year-old McKenna Wendel. Wendel was reported missing in March and found dead five days later; Milk faces multiple charges including possession of cocaine linked to her death.Key Facts
- McKenna Wendel disappeared on March 13 and was found dead near Brookings, South Dakota, on March 19.
- Mark Milk, Wendel’s uncle, had his life sentence for a 1993 manslaughter case commuted by Governor Noem in 2023.
- Milk faces five charges, including possession with intent to deliver cocaine that caused Wendel’s death and transporting a minor for criminal sexual activity.
- A second man, Jon Rogness, faces charges for conspiracy and helping cover up the crime.
- Authorities have completed an autopsy but have not released the cause or manner of death.
- The charges were filed in Iowa, where the crimes occurred.
- Milk was in jail for unrelated charges when Wendel’s body was found.
- Officials describe the case as tragic and emphasize the seriousness of the charges.
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