Death of Man Found Under I-190 Bridge Ruled a Homicide
Rapid City, SD – What was once a mysterious death has now been classified as a homicide, following an autopsy that revealed significant blunt-force trauma. Authorities have identified the victim as 64-year-old Jerry Evans, a Rapid City resident whose life ended in a secluded outdoor camp beneath the I-190 bridge.
As the Rapid City Police Department and Pennington County Sheriff’s Office continue their investigation, questions swirl about what happened in the hidden camp where Evans was found. Who killed him? Why? And is the suspect still out there?
A Gruesome Discovery Under the Bridge
Investigators believe the fatal incident took place within a makeshift outdoor camp tucked away in an isolated section beneath the bridge. While homeless encampments in the area are not uncommon, this crime has left the community shaken.
Local law enforcement, alongside the South Dakota Highway Patrol and Pennington County Search and Rescue, have interviewed multiple witnesses in hopes of piecing together the final moments of Evans’ life. However, no arrests have been made, and the search for answers continues.
A Targeted Attack or Random Violence?
With blunt-force trauma confirmed as the cause of death, investigators are working to determine whether Evans was specifically targeted or if his killing was an act of random violence.
Despite the brutality of the crime, police do not believe there is an ongoing threat to public safety. However, the absence of a suspect leaves room for uncertainty. Was Evans lured to the camp and ambushed? Did a dispute escalate into deadly violence? Or is there more to the story than meets the eye?
Authorities are developing leads but need the public’s help to bring the perpetrator to justice.
Community Urged to Come Forward
The Rapid City Police Department is urging anyone with information about Evans’ death to come forward. Whether you saw something suspicious near the bridge, know of any disputes involving Evans, or heard anything that might be relevant, your tip could be the key to solving this case.
📞 Contact the Rapid City Police Department at (605) 394-4131
Anonymous tips are also accepted, ensuring that those who fear retaliation can still help bring justice to Evans and his loved ones.
Justice for Jerry Evans
As Evans’ family, friends, and community grapple with this senseless loss, one thing is clear—he did not deserve to die this way. A man’s life was violently taken, and his killer must be held accountable.
The Rapid City community is coming together to demand answers, seek justice, and prevent further violence against its most vulnerable residents.
If you know something, say something.
💔 Rest in peace, Jerry Evans. Your story isn’t over—we will find the truth.