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Applications Open to Become a Nebraska State Trooper

Applications Open to Become a Nebraska State Trooper

February 29, 2024

Lincoln, NEB

Now Hiring Troopers! Applications to join the next class of Nebraska State Troopers are now open! Apply today at NebraskaTroopers.com. Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol enjoy a career full of opportunity in communities across the state. Troopers serve in numerous specialty positions including criminal investigator, K9 handler, crash investigator, tactical flight officer, crisis negotiator, drone operator, hazmat technician, and many more. Troopers can also serve in specialty units...

Alcohol Compliance Checks Held in Adams, Dawson Counties

Alcohol Compliance Checks Held in Adams, Dawson Counties

February 29, 2024

Lexington, NEB.

Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have conducted alcohol compliance checks in multiple Nebraska counties in recent weeks. During the afternoon hours of Friday, February 23, investigators conducted alcohol compliance checks in Dawson County. This project was supported by grant #93.959 under the SAMHSA Center for Substance Abuse Prevention, Region II Human Services, and the Nebraska DHHS Division of Behavioral Health. In Dawson County, 15 businesses were inspected. One of those...

Victims Identified in Bloomfield Double-Homicide

February 21, 2024

Bloomfield, NEB.

The Nebraska State Patrol is able to release the names of the two victims killed in Tuesday’s shooting in Bloomfield. The victims have been identified as Curtis Strom, 77, and William Reffett, 49, both of Bloomfield. At approximately 9:30 a.m., Knox County received a 911 call to report a shooting that had occurred at Curt’s Lanes and Dining, at 112 W. Grant Street in Bloomfield. At that location, the Knox County Sheriff’s Office and Bloomfield Police Department located Strom and Reffett...

NSP Investigating Double-Homicide in Bloomfield

NSP Investigating Double-Homicide in Bloomfield

February 20, 2024

Bloomfield, NEB.

The Nebraska State Patrol, with assistance from the Knox County Sheriff’s Office and Bloomfield Police Department, is investigating a double-homicide that occurred this morning in Bloomfield, Nebraska. Additional details on the deceased are being withheld while officials work to make family notifications. The scene is secure. Multiple persons of interest have been detained as part of the investigation. Law enforcement believes there is no ongoing threat to the public. NSP crime scene...

Suspects Arrested After Bloomfield Double-Homicide

February 20, 2024

Bloomfield, NEB.

The Nebraska State Patrol has arrested two people following a shooting that claimed two lives in Bloomfield Tuesday morning. At approximately 9:30 a.m., local authorities received a report of a shooting that had occurred at Curt’s Lanes and Dining, at 112 W. Grant Street in Bloomfield. At that location, the Knox County Sheriff’s Office and Bloomfield Police Department located two deceased men, each with apparent gunshot wounds. The Bloomfield Police Department requested assistance from the...

Troopers Arrest 18 Impaired Drivers in Super Bowl Campaign

February 14, 2024

Lincoln, NEB

Nebraska State Patrol troopers removed 18 impaired drivers from the road this weekend as part of a special enforcement effort around the Super Bowl. The campaign included numerous law enforcement agencies across the state and entire country. In total, troopers arrested 18 motorists for driving under the influence. Troopers also issued citations for speeding (144), minor in possession of alcohol (2), driving under suspension (13), no seat belt (2), and improper child restraint (2). Troopers also...

14 LBs of Marijuana, Mushrooms Found in I-80 Traffic Stop

14 LBs of Marijuana, Mushrooms Found in I-80 Traffic Stop

February 13, 2024

Grand Island, NEB.

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested a Lincoln man after locating multiple controlled substances during a traffic stop on Interstate 80 near Wood River. At approximately 5:55 p.m. Monday, a trooper observed an eastbound GMC Terrain speeding on I-80 near mile marker 301. During the traffic stop, the trooper saw a THC product in plain view. A search of the vehicle revealed approximately 11 pounds of marijuana, approximately 3 pounds of psilocybin mushrooms, and nearly 300 grams...

Beatrice Man Arrested for DUI after Crash in Gage County

February 8, 2024

Lincoln, NEB

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested a Beatrice man following a crash in Gage County. At approximately 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, a trooper was on patrol in Cortland when he observed a Jeep Cherokee traveling at a high rate of speed on southbound Highway 77. The trooper turned around to attempt a traffic stop. As the trooper was attempting a traffic stop approximately one mile south of Cortland, he observed the Jeep attempt a U-turn on Highway 77. As the vehicle entered the...

New Information Released in Columbus PD Officer-Involved Shooting

February 8, 2024

Columbus, NEB.

The Nebraska State Patrol is able to provide additional details on the Columbus Police Department officer-involved shooting that occurred Tuesday afternoon. At approximately 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 6, Columbus police officers were conducting a welfare check following a report of potential self-harm at a residence in the 3600 block of 39th Avenue in Columbus. Officers contacted the subject, a 17-year-old male, inside the residence. The subject was in possession of a knife. During the...

NSP Tech Crimes Encourages Communication on Safer Internet Day

NSP Tech Crimes Encourages Communication on Safer Internet Day

February 6, 2024

Lincoln, NEB

Tuesday, February 6, 2023, is Safer Internet Day. The Nebraska State Patrol Tech Crimes Unit is encouraging parents, guardians, teachers, and children to use this occasion as a reminder to communicate about online safety. “Most risks that our kids are exposed to have some connection to digital technology,” said Lt. Monty Lovelace, Commander of NSP Tech Crimes. “As such, it’s important to communicate with our kids and train them to use the internet wisely.” While the internet can be a wealth of...

NSP Investigating Columbus PD Officer-Involved Shooting

February 6, 2024

Columbus, NEB.

The Nebraska State Patrol Special Investigations Team is investigating a Columbus Police Department officer-involved shooting that occurred Tuesday afternoon. The incident occurred Tuesday afternoon at a residence in the 3900 block of 38th Street. The Columbus Police Department was conducting a welfare check on a subject following a report of potential self-harm. During the incident, an officer-involved shooting occurred. The subject, a 17-year-old male, was pronounced deceased at the scene...

Suspect Arrested After Pursuit, Crash in Omaha

February 2, 2024

Omaha, NEB.

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested an Iowa man following a pursuit in Omaha early Friday. At approximately 1:40 a.m., a trooper observed a westbound Dodge Durango speeding on Interstate 80 near 60th Street in Omaha. The trooper attempted a traffic stop, but the driver refused to yield and accelerated. The trooper initiated a pursuit. The vehicle continued westbound, exited I-80 at 84th Street, crossed the median, lost a tire, and reentered I-80 westbound at a high rate of...

One in Custody After Standoff in Utica

January 31, 2024

Lincoln, NEB

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol SWAT Team, with assistance from the Seward County Sheriff’s Office, have safely resolved a standoff in Utica. At approximately 1:40 p.m. Wednesday, Seward County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a call at a residence in Utica. During that initial response, a subject assaulted one of the deputies with a knife. The subject, an adult female, then barricaded herself inside the residence with her child. The woman was threatening harm to herself and the child...

NSP Investigating Death in Dodge County

January 29, 2024

Fremont, NEB.

The Nebraska State Patrol is investigating an incident during which a Fremont man died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound during an interaction with Dodge County Sheriff’s Deputies. Sunday afternoon, deputies were conducting an investigation at a residence in the 2500 block of East 34th Blvd, just outside of Fremont. Deputies attempted to contact the resident, but he initially refused to speak with them. A short time later, another resident allowed the deputies into the home and advised that the...

Troopers Find 33 LBs of Methamphetamine in I-80 Traffic Stop

January 26, 2024

York, NEB.

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested two people after locating 33 pounds of methamphetamine during a traffic stop on Interstate 80 near York. At approximately 1:30 p.m. Thursday, a trooper observed an eastbound Kia Sportage following another vehicle too closely on Interstate 80 near York. During the traffic stop, the trooper became suspicious of criminal activity. A search of the vehicle revealed 33 pounds of methamphetamine contained in a duffle bag in the rear of the vehicle...

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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