Montana Man Sentenced For Cleaning Up A Murder Scene On Crow Indian Reservation
A 41-year-old man has been sentenced to nearly six years in prison for helping cover up a murder on the Crow Indian Reservation. William Robert Jay Howe, Jr., admitted his role in cleaning the crime scene after a fatal shooting in January 2023. His conviction follows a joint investigation by the FBI and the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA).
The case began on January 18, 2023, when a gunshot victim was rushed to the emergency room in Crow Agency, Montana. Investigators later discovered that Howe and another person had been caught on camera clearing snow from the area where the victim had been found.
Howe was seen taking an item from the scene and walking away with it. In August 2025, he pleaded guilty to one count of accessory after the fact. The court also identified a second suspect, Tobias R., who allegedly assisted in removing evidence linked to the crime. On November 12, 2025, Howe was sentenced to 70 months in prison. The judge ordered him to pay $11,771.00 in restitution. After his release, he will serve an additional three years under supervised conditions.
The investigation was led by the FBI and BIA, resulting in Howe’s conviction. His prison term and restitution payment reflect the seriousness of his involvement in obstructing justice. The case remains open regarding the second suspect, Tobias R.
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