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Alcohol Inspections Conducted in Red Willow County

Alcohol Inspections Conducted in Red Willow County

July 30, 2018
(North Platte, NE)
During the evening hours of Saturday, July 28, investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) conducted alcohol inspections in Red Willow County. This project was supported in whole or part 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 total, 14 businesses were checked. Four businesses sold alcohol to a minor, for a non-compliance rate of 29%. Three businesses that sold to the minor...

Three Arrested During Otoe County DUI Enforcement

Three Arrested During Otoe County DUI Enforcement

July 17, 2018
(Lincoln, NE)
Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) arrested three drunk drivers during a special enforcement in Otoe County. The enforcement coincided with GermanFest in Syracuse on Saturday, July 14. During the special enforcement, troopers arrested three drivers for driving under the influence. NSP also issued three citations for minor in possession, one citation for driving under suspension, and one citation for improper child restraint. Troopers also issued ten citations for speeding. This...

Troopers Find 52 LBs of Marijuana during Traffic Stop

Troopers Find 52 LBs of Marijuana during Traffic Stop

July 2, 2018
(Grand Island, NE)
Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) have arrested two men and seized 52 pounds of marijuana during a traffic stop on Interstate 80. The stop occurred at approximately 1:45 p.m. Sunday near Aurora, when a trooper observed an eastbound 2018 Jeep speeding near mile marker 329. During the traffic stop, the trooper became suspicious of criminal activity and conducted a search of the vehicle. The search revealed marijuana inside two large boxes in the rear of the vehicle. Additional...

NSP Announces Independence Day Enforcement

NSP Announces Independence Day Enforcement

July 2, 2018
(Lincoln, NE)
Troopers across Nebraska will be on patrol in the days surrounding the Fourth of July, looking to take drunk drivers off the road. The Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) and numerous law enforcement agencies around the state will be working together this week to reduce the potential for alcohol-related crashes. NSP’s effort will run from July 3-5 and include troopers all over the state. “Our state has many incredible celebrations surrounding the Fourth of July,” said Colonel John Bolduc,...

Motorcycle Rider Killed in Crash after Fleeing Attempted Traffic Stop

Motorcycle Rider Killed in Crash after Fleeing Attempted Traffic Stop

July 1, 2018
(Lincoln, NE)
A motorcycle rider was killed following a short pursuit on Interstate 80 and Highway 6 late Saturday evening. The pursuit began just after 11:00 p.m. when a trooper observed an eastbound Honda sport bike motorcycle traveling at 110 miles per hour and splitting traffic on Interstate 80 near mile marker 404 in Lincoln, where the speed limit is 65 miles per hour. The trooper attempted to stop the motorcycle, but the rider refused to stop and fled. The motorcycle exited I-80 at the Waverly exit, at...

NSP, Others Take Part in Traffic Incident Management Exercise

NSP, Others Take Part in Traffic Incident Management Exercise

June 29, 2018
(North Platte, NE)
The Nebraska State Patrol and many other entities participated in an exercise this week in North Platte to unify all entities who respond to a critical traffic incident. The exercise included a mock crash, with response from law enforcement, emergency medical services, fire departments, road management officials, and tow operators. The concept allows for each discipline to focus on their job, allowing others to do their work. “This exercise was important because it allows us to coordinate with...

Surprise Vehicle Inspection Results from Hastings

Surprise Vehicle Inspection Results from Hastings

June 28, 2018
(Hastings, NE)
Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol Carrier Enforcement Division, with the assistance of the Hastings Police Department, conducted surprise commercial vehicle inspections on Wednesday, June 27, in Hastings and the surrounding area. The surprise inspections target commercial vehicles that might not travel outside the city or pass through weight stations as part of their regular routes. During the special enforcement effort, the Metropolitan Aggressive and Prevention Selective (MAPS) Team...

Surprise Vehicle Inspection Results from Kearney

Surprise Vehicle Inspection Results from Kearney

June 28, 2018
(Kearney, NE)
Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) Carrier Enforcement Division, with the assistance of the Kearney Police Department, conducted surprise commercial vehicle inspections today, June 28, in Kearney and the surrounding area. The surprise inspections target commercial vehicles that might not travel outside the city or pass through weight stations as part of their regular routes. During the special enforcement effort, the Metropolitan Aggressive and Prevention Selective (MAPS) Team...

Surprise Vehicle Inspection Results from Grand Island

Surprise Vehicle Inspection Results from Grand Island

June 27, 2018
(Grand Island, NE)
Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol Carrier Enforcement Division conducted surprise commercial vehicle inspections on Tuesday, June 26, in Grand Island and the surrounding area. The surprise inspections target commercial vehicles that might not travel outside the city or pass through weight stations as part of their regular routes. During the special enforcement effort, the Metropolitan Aggressive and Prevention Selective (MAPS) Team conducted 33 vehicle inspections, discovered 141...

One Arrested in Human Trafficking Operation

One Arrested in Human Trafficking Operation

June 27, 2018
(Scottsbluff, NE)
One person has been arrested following an operation of the Panhandle Region Team of the Nebraska Human Trafficking Task Force. The operation occurred on Tuesday, June 26, in Sidney. The Task Force was assisted by the WING (Western Nebraska Intelligence and Narcotics Group) Task Force, the Sidney Police Department, Cheyenne County Sheriff’s Office, Gering Police Department, Scottsbluff Police Department, the Nebraska Attorney General’s Office, the Nebraska State Patrol, and several other...

Cadets of the 50th Junior Law Academy Graduate

Cadets of the 50th Junior Law Academy Graduate

June 22, 2018
(Grand Island, NE)
Cadets of the 50th Junior Law Academy have completed a week of training and experiences to get a glimpse of what it takes to be a Trooper with the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP). Organized by the American Legion Department of Nebraska, Junior Law is held annually at the NSP Training Academy in Grand Island. The cadets receive instruction from current troopers and take part in presentations on many facets of NSP operations. “We have a number of troopers within NSP today who are graduates of Junior...

I-80 Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest of Two Men, Seizure of 290 LBs of Marijuana

I-80 Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest of Two Men, Seizure of 290 LBs of Marijuana

June 21, 2018
(Kearney, NE)
Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested two men and seized 290 pounds of marijuana and other products during a traffic stop on Interstate 80. The traffic stop occurred at approximately 8:20 a.m. Wednesday when a trooper observed an eastbound, maroon Freightliner pulling a box trailer make an improper lane change at mile marker 279 near Kearney. The semi also had a lighting defect. During the traffic stop, an NSP K9 detected the odor of a controlled substance coming from the semi-...

NARCAN Used to Revive Subject in Blaine County

NARCAN Used to Revive Subject in Blaine County

June 20, 2018
(North Platte, NE)
A trooper with the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP), working with the Blaine County Sheriff’s Office, was able to revive a subject suffering from an opioid overdose by administering a dose of NARCAN Tuesday evening near Dunning. Late Tuesday afternoon, the Sheriff’s Office was called with a report of a suicidal person and requested assistance from NSP. Upon arrival at the scene, the subject was discovered to be unconscious and appeared to be suffering from an opioid overdose. The trooper...

Alcohol Inspections Conducted in York, Polk Counties

Alcohol Inspections Conducted in York, Polk Counties

June 18, 2018
(Grand Island, NE)
On Friday, June 15, Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) conducted alcohol inspections in York and Polk counties. This operation was made possible by a grant from Region V Systems. In total, 26 businesses were inspected. Two businesses sold alcohol to a minor. All of the businesses checked the minor’s ID. These are the businesses which failed the inspection: Pump & Pantry #46 – York (checked ID, sold to minor) Walgreens #10892 – York (checked ID, sold to minor) Businesses...

NSP Seeks Public Help in Locating Wanted Person

NSP Seeks Public Help in Locating Wanted Person

June 18, 2018
(North Platte, NE)
The Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) is seeking the public’s help in locating a person wanted on multiple charges. An arrest warrant has been issued in Chase County for Kody G. Huff, 30, for the following offenses: first degree assault, kidnapping, terroristic threats, use of a weapon to commit a felony, possession of a weapon by a prohibited person. If you have any information on the whereabouts of Kody Huff, please call the NSP tip line at (308) 535-8137. ###

Nearly 150 LBs of Marijuana Seized in I-80 Traffic Stop

Nearly 150 LBs of Marijuana Seized in I-80 Traffic Stop

June 14, 2018
(Grand Island, NE)
Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested two men and seized 149 pounds of marijuana during a traffic stop on Interstate 80. At approximately 10:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 13, a trooper stopped an eastbound 2017 Dodge Caravan for failing to signal near York, at mile marker 353. During the stop, the trooper observed a vacuum-sealed bag of marijuana plainly visible inside the vehicle. Troopers and deputies from the York County Sheriff’s Office searched the vehicle and discovered 149...

Seven Arrested for Solicitation of Prostitution in Grand Island

Seven Arrested for Solicitation of Prostitution in Grand Island

June 12, 2018
(Grand Island, NE)
On Friday, June 8, Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol Troop C and officers from the Grand Island Police Department conducted an undercover operation to target and identify individuals soliciting prostitution in the Grand Island area. This was an operation of the Central Region of the Nebraska Human Trafficking Task Force. The effort resulted in the arrest of seven individuals for soliciting prostitution. In addition to attempting to rescue those being trafficking against their will...

More than 500 LBs of Marijuana Seized in I-80 Traffic Stop

More than 500 LBs of Marijuana Seized in I-80 Traffic Stop

June 12, 2018
(Grand Island, NE)
Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) have arrested one person and seized more than 500 pounds of marijuana following a traffic stop on Interstate 80. The stop occurred at approximately 12:30 p.m. on Monday, June 11, when a trooper observed an eastbound blue Freightliner with a refrigerated trailer driving on the shoulder near Shelton, at mile marker 290. During the traffic stop, the trooper became suspicious of criminal activity. A search of the vehicle revealed 18 boxes inside the...

Trooper Hunzeker Repeats at Nebraska Inspector Championships

Trooper Hunzeker Repeats at Nebraska Inspector Championships

June 11, 2018
(Grand Island, NE)
Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) Trooper Kris Hunzeker took first place and Trooper John Hadaway received runner-up honors at the Nebraska Inspector Championships held June 8-9 in Grand Island. This marks the second consecutive year for Trooper Hunzeker to win the championship. Trooper Hunzeker is a 14-year veteran of NSP, stationed in Nebraska City, and assigned to the Carrier Enforcement Division. The Inspector Championships are held each June as part of the Nebraska Truck Driving Championships...

Suspect of Colorado AMBER Alert Recovered Safely, Suspect Arrested

Suspect of Colorado AMBER Alert Recovered Safely, Suspect Arrested

June 8, 2018
(Lincoln, NE)
Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have recovered a child, for whom an AMBER Alert had been issued in Colorado Thursday evening, and arrested one woman following a pursuit which ended near Friend. At approximately 10:00 p.m. CDT Thursday, a trooper attempted to stop a 2012 Nissan Pathfinder for speeding on Highway 6 near Sutton. The driver refused to stop and instead accelerated. The trooper then initiated a pursuit. During the pursuit, troopers were able to identify the vehicle as being...

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