Date: 08-20-2024

Case Style:

United States of America v. Taylor Thomas Rayne Sinclair

Case Number: 1:22-CR-2112

Judge: Stanley A Bastian

Court: The United States District Court for the eastern District of Washington

Plaintiff's Attorney: The United States Attorney’s Office in Spokane

Defendant's Attorney:

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Spokane, Washington criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with Intent to Commit Murder in Violent Stabbing Attack
White Swan Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Intent to Commit Murder in Violent Stabbing Attack

On the morning of November 19, 2022, Taylor Thoams Rayne Sinclair, age 23, of White Sawn, Wahongton, who is an enrolled member of the Yakama Nation, entered the victim’s property through an open gate. The victim heard dogs barking and came outside. The victim didn’t recognize Sinclair and asked if he needed help. Sinclair pulled out a folding knife, ran up to the victim, and stabbed her several times, including in the face, abdomen, and hands. The victim and Sinclair wrestled for control of the knife. The victim was able to get ahold of the knife but at the same time, Sinclair put the victim in a chokehold. Sinclair eventually released the victim from the chokehold and the victim ran back inside the home. Sinclair attempted to follow, but the victim pushed Sinclair back outside and locked the door. The victim managed to call 911 with the help of her young child. The victim and her child ran into the bathroom and closed and locked the door. As the victim waited for help to arrive, she could hear windows being broken, loud banging noises, and Sinclair yelling inside the home.

Law enforcement arrived a short time later and arrested Sinclair. Investigators noticed two windows had been broken as well as the front door broken in and partially off the hinges. Investigators also located blood on the porch and around the home. The victim was taken to the hospital and treated for multiple stab wounds, including an orbital fracture and a collapsed lung.

“I commend the bravery of the victim in this case. What began as an offer of help to a stranger, unexpectedly escalated to an unprovoked, violent attack. The victim courageously fought off her attacker, then, despite having serious injuries, managed to call for help and get herself, and her young child, to safety inside a locked bathroom,” stated U.S. Attorney Waldref. “By working closely with our federal, tribal, and local law enforcement partners we will continue to hold those accountable who commit violent acts in tribal communities and work together to make Eastern Washington safer and stronger.”

“Horrifying is the only word that describes what the victim experienced at the hands of Mr. Sinclair,” said Richard A. Collodi, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI’s Seattle field office. “Thankfully she survived this vicious and unprovoked assault. Hopefully, she finds some comfort with the sentence delivered today.”

This case was investigated by Federal Bureau of Investigation, The Yakama Nation Tribal Police Department, and the Yakima County Sheriff’s Office. This case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorneys Michael Murphy and Courtney R. Pratten.

Outcome:

Defendant was found guilty and sentenced to 168 months in federal prison to be followed by 3 years of supervised release, as well as restitution of $13,625.10.

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