Pennington County Man Convicted of Sexual Contact with Child

Treon Middletent found guilty on 3 of 4 counts, faces up to 45 years in prison

Mar. 13, 2026 at 4:45pm

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A Pennington County jury has found Treon Middletent guilty of sexual contact with a child under the age of 16. The crimes are believed to have occurred over a 1.5-year period from December 2020 to May 2022 against a 10-year-old victim who knew and trusted Middletent.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of child sexual abuse and the need for strong prosecution and sentencing of perpetrators to protect vulnerable youth in the community. It also raises concerns about the betrayal of trust when the abuser is someone close to the victim's life.

The details

Middletent was convicted on 3 of the 4 counts he faced, with each count carrying a potential 15-year prison sentence. The jury reached its verdict after a two-day trial in Rapid City.

  • The abuse is believed to have occurred from December 2020 to May 2022.
  • The trial took place over 2 days in March 2026.

The players

Treon Middletent

A Pennington County resident convicted of sexual contact with a child under 16.

Pennington County Jury

The jury that found Middletent guilty on 3 of 4 counts of sexual contact with a child.

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What’s next

Middletent will be sentenced at a later date and could face up to 45 years in prison.

The takeaway

This case underscores the critical need for vigilance and action to protect children from sexual predators, even those who are known and trusted by victims and their families.