The family called emergency services because Mah-hi-vist was suffering an ODD episode. Several police agencies showed up, allegedly did not ask questions of the family, obtain any information, or try to assess the situation as a mental health crisis. Several officers stormed into the house with weapons drawn and fired on Mah-hi-vist, shooting him multiple times.
Victim's Name: Mah-hi-vist Goodblanket
Agency Responsible: Custer County Sheriff's Department
Gender: Male
Age: 18
Race: Native American
Date of Death: December 21, 2013
County: Custer
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Justified
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: Yes
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: knife
Geography: Rural