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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...

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...

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...

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...

NSP Urges Online Safety for Safer Internet Day

NSP Urges Online Safety for Safer Internet Day

February 11, 2025

Lincoln, NEB

Today is Safer Internet Day! The Nebraska State Patrol Tech Crimes Unit and Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce are urging parents to get engaged in their kids’ online activity. Safer Internet Day has grown into a worldwide effort since starting in 2004. The program delivers tips for safe practices online, information for teachers and schools, and guides for how to talk with your kids about maintaining safety in the internet age. “Digital technology is a powerful tool with many benefits...

NSP Releases Additional Information in Seward Homicide Investigation

February 9, 2025

Seward, NEB.

The Nebraska State Patrol is now able to release additional information regarding the ongoing investigation of a homicide that occurred overnight in Seward. At approximately 11:46 p.m. Saturday, Seward County dispatch received a 911 call reporting a disturbance at a residence in the 600 block of North 2nd Street in Seward. Officers arrived on scene and located an adult male exiting the residence. The man, identified as Casey Kindt, 54, was suffering from what is believed to be a self-inflicted...

Troopers Find 110 LBs of Meth, 85 LBs of Marijuana in Traffic Stops

Troopers Find 110 LBs of Meth, 85 LBs of Marijuana in Traffic Stops

February 7, 2025

North Platte, NEB.

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested three people after locating 110 pounds of suspected methamphetamine and 85 pounds of suspected marijuana in traffic stops this week on Interstate 80. At approximately 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, a trooper performed a traffic stop on a Kia Forte as it was traveling eastbound on I-80 near North Platte. During the traffic stop, the trooper detected the odor of marijuana coming from inside the vehicle. A search of the vehicle revealed several large...

Troopers Urge Sober Drivers to Be Part of Super Bowl Gameplan

Troopers Urge Sober Drivers to Be Part of Super Bowl Gameplan

February 6, 2025

Lincoln, NEB

As the Chiefs and Eagles vie for the title of Super Bowl Champion, fans across Nebraska can be the MVP of Super Bowl Sunday by driving sober. The Nebraska State Patrol is urging everyone to have a gameplan for safe travel this Sunday. Troopers are partnering with police officers across the country to monitor for impaired driving on Super Bowl Sunday. “Whether you’re rooting for a Chiefs’ three-peat, an Eagles’ win, or you’re just a fan of the commercials, everyone should have a plan for a sober...

Minor Apprehended After High-Speed Pursuit South of Kearney

January 28, 2025

Kearney, NEB.

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol, with assistance from the Kearney County Sheriff’s Office, apprehended a juvenile Monday night after a trooper clocked a vehicle traveling at over 160 miles per hour. At approximately 9:50 p.m. Monday, a trooper observed a Chevrolet Corvette traveling at over 130 miles per hour on South 2nd Avenue in Kearney, near the I-80 interchange. The vehicle continued southbound on Highway 44 and the trooper attempted a traffic stop. The driver of the Corvette...

Alcohol Compliance Checks Held in Hall, Red Willow Counties

Alcohol Compliance Checks Held in Hall, Red Willow Counties

March 12, 2024

Grand Island, NEB.

Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have conducted alcohol compliance checks in Hall and Red Willow Counties in recent weeks. During the afternoon and evening hours of Thursday, February 29, investigators conducted alcohol compliance checks in Hall County. This project was supported by grant #2447 from Tobacco Free Hall County. In total, 10 businesses were checked. Two of those businesses sold alcohol to a minor for a compliance rate of 80%. One business failed to check the minor’s ID...

Officer-Involved Shooting in Lincoln

May 1, 2023

Lincoln, NEB

The Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an officer-involved shooting that involved an investigator from the Lincoln Police Department and an investigator from the Nebraska State Patrol. At approximately 2:45 p.m. Monday, investigators with the Lincoln Lancaster County Narcotics Task Force were conducting an investigation in the area of NW 27th and West O streets in Lincoln. Preliminary details show that during the investigation, a confrontation occurred between the investigators...

Search Leads to Arrest After Grand Island Traffic Stop

April 20, 2023

Grand Island, NEB.

Troopers have arrested a Hastings man after he fled a traffic stop Wednesday evening near Grand Island. At approximately 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, a trooper observed a Chevrolet Silverado speeding on Highway 34, just north of the I-80 Interchange in Grand Island. During the traffic stop, a passenger of the vehicle fled on foot, jumping over a fence and running toward the Platte River. Additional troopers traveled to the scene. After approximately 90 minutes, a trooper saw the subject crawling across...

NSP Encourages Safety on the Roads as the Huskers Return to Action

NSP Encourages Safety on the Roads as the Huskers Return to Action

September 30, 2022

Lincoln, NEB

After a week off, the Husker football team returns to action at Memorial Stadium, and Nebraska State Troopers will be on patrol to keep the action off the roadways as fans travel to the game. The Nebraska State Patrol works closely with partner agencies on several aspects of gameday operations. Troopers partner with the Lincoln Police Department, Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office, UNL Police Department, and the Nebraska Department of Transportation to keep fans safe as they travel to and from...

NSP Investigating Four Deaths in Laurel

August 4, 2022

Laurel

The Nebraska State Patrol, working with several public safety partners, is investigating the deaths of four people, at two different scenes in Laurel, Nebraska. The first incident occurred shortly after 3:00 a.m. Thursday, when an explosion was reported at a residence in the 200 block of Elm Street in Laurel. Local volunteer firefighters responded and located an individual inside the home. That victim was found to be deceased. At that point, the Laurel Police Department and Cedar County Sheriff...

Northeast Nebraska Troopers Prepare for Memorial Day Weekend

Northeast Nebraska Troopers Prepare for Memorial Day Weekend

May 26, 2022

Norfolk, NEB.

As travelers hit the road to mark the start of summer, troopers will be working to keep Nebraska roads safe during Memorial Day weekend. In northeast Nebraska, troopers will be teaming up with local law enforcement to patrol several major highways. The efforts include operations in Norfolk, Columbus, South Sioux City, Schuyler, and other areas from May 27 through May 31. “Summer has arrived and families are gearing up to travel,” said Captain Dain Hicks, Commander of Troop B – based in Norfolk...

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