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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...

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...

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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