Rushville man tasered after Rapid City police say he pointed rifle at another person and fled

A 21-year-old Rushville man is facing aggravated assault and obstruction charges after Rapid City police say he pointed a rifle at another person, fled from a traffic stop and was taken into custody at Taser-point.

August 11, 2026Updated: August 11, 2026

By Casey Wonnenberg

Rushville man tasered after Rapid City police say he pointed rifle at another person and fled

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