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Domestic Assault Suspect Arrested After Standoff in Holdrege

March 24, 2025

Holdrege, NEB.

The Nebraska State Patrol SWAT Team arrested the suspect of a domestic violence investigation early this morning in Holdrege. Sunday night, the Holdrege Police Department and Phelps County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a domestic assault that had occurred in Holdrege. Upon investigation, officers identified a suspect and learned that he had barricaded himself in an apartment in the 300 block of Nobes Street in Holdrege. The suspect was believed to be armed. Officers obtained an...

Troopers Arrest 18 Drivers During St. Patrick’s Day Campaign

March 21, 2025

Lincoln, NEB

Nebraska State Troopers removed 18 impaired drivers from the road as part of a special enforcement effort around St. Patrick’s Day. “For many, St. Patrick’s Day marks the beginning of the spring travel season,” said Colonel John Bolduc, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol. “We want to remind all motorists to help keep Nebraska roads safe. Remember to always drive sober, follow posted speed limits, put your phone down, and wear your seatbelt.” In total, troopers arrested 18 motorists for...

Troopers Respond to Hundreds of Weather-Related Roadway Incidents

Troopers Respond to Hundreds of Weather-Related Roadway Incidents

March 20, 2025

Lincoln, NEB

Nebraska State Troopers were busy as blizzard conditions moved across much of the state. Troopers responded to approximately 500 weather-related incidents on Wednesday. From the early morning to the evening hours of Wednesday, troopers performed 448 motorist assists and responded to 27 crashes. Troopers also helped other agencies with 32 responses. Two troopers’ patrol vehicles were also struck while responding to incidents in the blizzard. One cruiser suffered significant damage and the other...

Troopers Arrest One After Assist from OPD Aviation Unit

March 17, 2025

Omaha, NEB.

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol, with assistance from several partner agencies, have made an arrest following an aerial pursuit of a motorcycle in and around the Omaha area Sunday evening. At approximately 8:35 p.m. Sunday, a trooper observed a motorcycle with no license plate driving near 30th Street and Interstate 480 in Omaha. The trooper attempted a traffic stop, but the rider accelerated and fled. The trooper did not pursue and notified the Omaha Police Department’s ABLE-1, which...

David City Man Arrested in Child Sexual Assault Investigation

March 14, 2025

Lincoln, NEB

Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested a David City man following an investigation of sexual assault of a child. In late January, NSP received information from law enforcement in South Dakota that led to the investigation. Thursday, investigators served a search warrant at the David City residence of Marvin Hilger. As a result of the investigation, Hilger, 77, was arrested for 1st degree sexual assault of a child. Hilger was lodged in Butler County Jail. Additional charges...

One Arrested After Pursuit in Lincoln County

March 14, 2025

North Platte, NEB.

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested one person after a pursuit in Lincoln County. Friday, at approximately 1:15 a.m., a trooper observed a Mercedes sedan traveling at 89 miles per hour on Interstate 80 near mile marker 199. The trooper attempted a traffic stop, but the driver refused to yield and accelerated to speeds well over 100 miles per hour. The trooper initiated a pursuit. The driver fled westbound on I-80 with speeds reaching 130 miles per hour. Troopers were able to...

Become a Nebraska Trooper in 2025, Applications Open Until March 31

Become a Nebraska Trooper in 2025, Applications Open Until March 31

March 10, 2025

Lincoln, NEB

Your opportunity to make a difference for Nebraskans is here, with a career you get to define. Nebraska State Patrol applications are open until March 31 at NebraskaTroopers.com. The Nebraska State Patrol is building the next class of troopers prepared to serve in communities across the state. Troopers serve in many career paths including patrol, criminal investigator, K9 handler, crash investigator, pilot, tactical flight officer, crisis negotiator, drone operator, hazmat technician, and many...

Troopers Find 250 LBs of Marijuana in Highway 20 Traffic Stop

Troopers Find 250 LBs of Marijuana in Highway 20 Traffic Stop

March 10, 2025

Norfolk, NEB.

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested one person after locating over 250 pounds of marijuana during a traffic stop in northern Nebraska. Friday, at approximately 7:20 p.m., a trooper performed a traffic stop on Highway 20 on a Chevrolet Silverado with a driver known to have a suspended license. The traffic stop occurred near the intersection of Highway 20 and Highway 81. During the traffic stop, the trooper saw marijuana in plain view in the pickup. A search of the vehicle...

Denver Homicide Suspect Located in Dawson County, Passenger Deceased

March 9, 2025

Gothenburg, NEB.

The Nebraska State Patrol located the suspect of a Denver homicide and found a passenger suffering a medical emergency this morning in Dawson County. The suspect was considered armed and dangerous. NSP was informed this morning that a person wanted in connection with a homicide in Denver was believed to be traveling in a Nissan Rogue on Interstate 80 near Gothenburg. At approximately 9:25 a.m., a trooper located the vehicle and began a pursuit. The suspect refused to stop and fled northbound...

Troopers Respond to Over 300 Weather-Related Incidents

Troopers Respond to Over 300 Weather-Related Incidents

March 5, 2025

Lincoln, NEB

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol responded to over 300 weather-related traffic incidents during Nebraska’s latest winter storm. Tragically, one crash near Grand Island involved multiple fatalities. At approximately 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, a Chevrolet Trailblazer was traveling westbound on Interstate 80 near mile marker 310, when it lost control, crossed the median, and struck an eastbound semi. Both occupants of the Chevrolet, Emelin Ortega Rodas, 25, of Lexington, and Daniel Ortega Marroquin...

Clay County Homicide Suspect Dies at Hospital

February 28, 2025

Lincoln, NEB

The suspect who had been arrested on charges of first-degree murder in connection with a homicide in rural Harvard last Friday evening has died. Toby Gray, 39, was pronounced deceased this morning at Bryan Health West Campus. Gray had been in custody at the hospital since he was initially located with a self-inflicted gunshot wound at the homicide scene last Friday evening. A Nebraska State Patrol investigation determined that Gray had called Clay County 911 threatening harm against his wife,...

Nebraska State Patrol Honors Trooper Kyle McAcy

Nebraska State Patrol Honors Trooper Kyle McAcy

February 27, 2025

Omaha, NEB.

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol were joined by law enforcement officers from all corners of the country in honoring Trooper Kyle McAcy #302, who gave his life in the line of duty on February 17, 2025. “On behalf of the state of Nebraska, I simply want to say thank you for sharing your hero with the people of our great state,” said Governor Jim Pillen, addressing Trooper McAcy’s family at the funeral service. “I am incredibly proud of him for how he represented our state.” Trooper McAcy...

Public Attendance Information for Trooper Kyle McAcy Funeral

Public Attendance Information for Trooper Kyle McAcy Funeral

February 25, 2025

Omaha, NEB.

The Nebraska State Patrol welcomes the public to join in honoring the life and service of Trooper Kyle McAcy, who gave his life in the line of duty on Monday, February 17, 2025. Members of the public are invited to observe a procession for Trooper McAcy and attend a funeral service on Thursday, February 27. PROCESSION INFORMATION Family, colleagues, campmates, and supporters will escort Trooper Kyle McAcy #302 to his funeral service Thursday morning in Ralston. The public is invited to line the...

Clay County Homicide Suspect Arrested for Murder

Clay County Homicide Suspect Arrested for Murder

February 24, 2025

Lincoln, NEB

The Nebraska State Patrol has arrested the suspect in a Friday evening homicide in rural Harvard. Sunday, troopers served an arrest warrant for Toby Gray. Gray is currently receiving treatment for a self-inflicted gunshot wound at Bryan Health West Campus in Lincoln. At approximately 8:30 p.m. Friday, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office requested the Nebraska State Patrol’s assistance in response to a homicide that had occurred at 1640 Road 322, in rural Harvard. Deputies had responded to that...

NSP Investigating Homicide in Clay County

NSP Investigating Homicide in Clay County

February 22, 2025

Grand Island, NEB.

The Nebraska State Patrol, with assistance from the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, is investigating a homicide that occurred Friday evening in rural Harvard. At approximately 8:30 p.m. Friday, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call about a domestic disturbance at a residence in rural Harvard. Upon arrival, deputies located a deceased woman with a gunshot wound and a man suffering from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. There were also children inside the home when deputies...

Funeral Service for Trooper Kyle McAcy #302 to be Held February 27

February 19, 2025

Omaha, NEB.

The Nebraska State Patrol, family, friends, and supporters will gather to honor and remember Trooper Kyle McAcy #302 on Thursday, February 27. The funeral service will take place at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, February 27, at Liberty First Credit Union Arena, at 7300 Q Street, Ralston, Nebraska. The public is welcome to attend the service. Prior to the funeral service, there will be a law enforcement procession. The public is also encouraged to line the route to show their support for Trooper McAcy...

NSP Mourns Loss of Trooper Kyle McAcy

February 17, 2025

Omaha, NEB.

The Nebraska State Patrol is heartbroken to announce that Trooper Kyle McAcy #302 was killed in the line of duty today in a traffic crash on Interstate 80. Preliminary investigation shows that Trooper McAcy was responding with other troopers to a crash on Interstate 80 near mile marker 424, between Ashland and Greenwood. During that response, Trooper McAcy was outside his patrol unit and was struck by a snowplow. Troopers immediately rushed to his aid, but Trooper McAcy succumbed to his...

Trooper Killed in the Line of Duty During Snow Response

Trooper Killed in the Line of Duty During Snow Response

February 17, 2025

Omaha, NEB.

The Nebraska State Patrol is heartbroken to announce that a Nebraska State Trooper has been killed in the line of duty today. A motor vehicle crash occurred while the trooper and others were responding to another crash on Interstate 80 between Ashland and Greenwood. The name of the trooper will be released when appropriate. NSP has asked the Sarpy County Sheriff’s Office to conduct the crash investigation. As winter weather conditions continue across the state, NSP urges all motorists to be...

Suspect Arrested in Seward Murder Investigation

February 14, 2025

Omaha, NEB.

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have officially arrested Casey Kindt for the murder of Jamie Hagen, which occurred last Saturday night, February 8, in Seward. Kindt remains in critical but stable condition at UNMC in Omaha. This morning at approximately 6:00 a.m., troopers served an arrest warrant on Kindt for the charges of first-degree murder, use of a deadly weapon to commit a felony, possession of a firearm by a prohibited person, burglary, and child abuse. The arrest warrant was...

Troopers Respond to Over 200 Calls During Winter Storm

Troopers Respond to Over 200 Calls During Winter Storm

February 13, 2025

Lincoln, NEB

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol responded to over 200 weather-related incidents during the most recent snowstorm. As the snow fell across Nebraska, troopers remained busy across the entire state. Troopers investigated 34 crashes, performed 161 motorist assists, and helped other agencies with 18 responses from the evening hours of Tuesday through the Thursday morning commute. After a bitterly cold start to Thursday, frigid temps are in the forecast for most of next week. NSP advises all...

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