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Investigation into Cole Brings Plenty's Death Sparks Outrage
3/24/2026, 6:37:44 AM
Circumstances Surrounding Cole Brings Plenty's Death
Cole Brings Plenty, a 27-year-old actor known for his role in the series "1923," was found dead in a wooded area of Kansas on April 5, 2024, just days after being reported missing. His disappearance followed an alleged domestic violence incident, during which he was named a suspect. The Johnson County Sheriff's Office announced shortly after his body was discovered that there was "no indication of foul play," a conclusion that has been met with skepticism by his family, particularly his uncle, Mo Brings Plenty, who is also an actor on the "Yellowstone" franchise.
Mo Brings Plenty has publicly expressed his belief that Cole was murdered, criticizing the investigation conducted by local authorities. He stated, “For his murder to go uninvestigated, and for it to be written off as ‘no foul play,’ because they didn’t want to invest anything into it? It’s heartbreaking.” He emphasized the family's frustration with the lack of thoroughness in the investigation, claiming that authorities were not genuinely searching for Cole but rather “hunting him” until they were prompted to act by his family’s own efforts.
Family's Demand for Justice
The Brings Plenty family has been vocal in their demand for a more comprehensive investigation into Cole's death. Mo Brings Plenty described the emotional toll of losing his nephew, stating, “He was my nephew, but he was like a son to me.” He noted that the family has “a lot of unanswered questions” and has been actively seeking justice, indicating that they are not willing to let the matter rest. “We’re not letting it go,” he asserted, highlighting the cultural significance of Cole's life and the impact of his loss on their community.
Cole's father, Joe Brings Plenty Sr., also called for a full investigation, expressing his sorrow and gratitude for the support received during the search for his son. He stated, “We want a full investigation done, a fair investigation, to find out what happened with Cole.”
Official Responses and Community Impact
The Johnson County Sheriff's Office and the Lawrence Police Department have not publicly addressed the criticisms raised by the Brings Plenty family. However, the Lawrence Police Chief acknowledged the need for improved trust and partnership with the Native American community, stating, “It’s my hope that future bridges we build and partnerships we form... will create a relationship that will not only increase trust and understanding but will also be a model for other communities.”
Mo Brings Plenty, a member of the Oglala Lakota Nation, has also used his platform to raise awareness about broader issues affecting Native American communities, including health care and environmental concerns. He has emphasized the importance of representation and storytelling in media, particularly in the context of the "Yellowstone" series and its spinoffs.
Verbatim Quotes
- “For his murder to go uninvestigated, and for it to be written off as ‘no foul play,’ because they didn’t want to invest anything into it? It’s heartbreaking,” — Mo Brings Plenty, Actor
- “I saw his body, I saw the evidence that is there that someone caught him.” — Mo Brings Plenty, Actor
- “There are a lot of families such as mine that are going through this right now, and we still have a lot of unanswered questions,” — Mo Brings Plenty, Actor
As the investigation into Cole Brings Plenty's death remains a point of contention, the family continues to seek justice and answers, reflecting a broader struggle for accountability within the context of Native American rights and representation.
