Nathan Chasing Horse

Nathan Chasing Horse, an actor known for his role in the 1990 film *Dances With Wolves*, has been convicted of 13 of 21 charges related to the sexual abuse of Indigenous women and girls. The case has deeply affected Indigenous communities across the US. Chasing Horse, who also presented himself as a medicine man, is scheduled to be sentenced in Nevada. The guilty verdicts largely centered on his conduct with a victim who was 14 years old when the abuse began. The case highlights issues of trust, cultural identity, and the vulnerability of individuals seeking connection to their Native American heritage. The trial and conviction have brought attention to the exploitation of Indigenous women and girls and the importance of safeguarding vulnerable communities.