Attorney General Marty Jackley confirms that the Division of Criminal
Investigation, at the request of the South Dakota Highway Patrol, is investigating the
officer involved shooting that occurred Saturday night in Yankton at approximately
10:21 p.m.
South Dakota Highway Patrol attempted to make a vehicle stop that resulted in a
pursuit that ended near 615 Green Street in Yankton. The incident escalated and
resulted in a Trooper firing his duty weapon and shooting the subject.
The male subject identified as 58 year old Curtis Wayne Adams of Yankton, was transported to a
hospital where he was being treated for his injuries.
At the completion of the investigation, the South Dakota Division of Criminal
Investigation will issue a case report and shooting summation to be reviewed by the
Attorney General and States Attorney for a final determination on the officer’s action.
The release of the summary is anticipated within 30 days.