Nathan Chasing Horse

Nathan Chasing Horse, known for his role in the film 'Dances With Wolves,' is a self-described medicine man who has been convicted of sexually abusing Indigenous women and girls. He gained prominence within some Native American communities, particularly after Melissa Leone, who sought to connect with her Lakota heritage, was referred to him. He is newsworthy due to his recent conviction on 13 of 21 charges in a Nevada court. The guilty verdicts largely pertain to his conduct with a victim who was 14 years old when the abuse began. The case has sent shockwaves through Indian Country, highlighting issues of trust, power dynamics, and the vulnerability of individuals seeking cultural and spiritual guidance. Chasing Horse is scheduled to be sentenced next Wednesday.