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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jessica Hill

Actor accused of sexually abusing a minor and leading cult set to stand trial in Vegas

The original indictment was dismissed in 2024 - (© 2025 Las Vegas Review-Journal)

The jury trial for “Dances with Wolves” actor Nathan Chasing Horse, who is accused of sexually abusing Indigenous women and girls while leading a cult, is expected to begin Tuesday in Las Vegas.

The case sent shock waves across Indian Country when he was arrested and indicted in early 2023. There were many setbacks and delays, but the case finally proceeded to trial after prosecutors added allegations that he filmed himself having sex with a child.

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