Hartman, Moody and Weatherwax were arrested, but Packer resisted for about five hours before a tactical team used a chemical agent to force him out of the house. NOTES: Hold #2 Contempt Of Court. There, they located less than a gram of suspected methamphetamine and a drug paraphernalia. The FBI seized the cryptocurrency in February 2022 via a warrant and currently has custody of the property. Coloradoans include one from Wheat Ridge and one from Evans. She is facing a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance. HPD Sgt. Jared N. Shinpaugh, 31 of Omaha was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance (methamphetamine). (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). The FBI, Nebraska State Patrol, Adams and Hall county sheriff's deputies and Hastings police were on the scene late Friday afternoon. I am the Cops & Courts Reporter for the Grand Island Independent. And weve also had a presentation this morning from an officer from the Nebraska State Patrol too that talked about local trends, said Darin Clark, captain of the Hastings Fire Department. (Independent/Barrett Stinson). HASTINGS, Neb. Hastings Fire and Rescue was called to 708 W. 2nd St. at 11:26 p.m. Sunday. The tenant made it out safely. Moody and Weatherwax were arrested for harboring Packer during the standoff. The coordination and cooperation in this investigation is a tremendous tribute to the selfless dedication we see time and time again with our law enforcement agencies., =-=-= Follow Jeff on Twitteror onFacebook=-=-=. Officers located a small bag of methamphetamine on the driver, identified as 29-year-old Brittney Stuck, of Kansas. The arrests were made late Friday afternoon. U.S. Attorney of the Nebraska District Deb Gilg talks with the media at a news conference on the regional drug investigation Friday in North Platte. You can cancel at any time. A year-long investigation disrupted a . Five Grand Island residents and five from Hastings were among the 60 people who received federal indictments for being involved in a methamphetamine conspiracy in central and western Nebraska. They are Oscar Escandon, 40, and Jessica Miller, 25. One of the demos that were doing out here, its called a field screening kit and its very simple things like, one test, its an explosive test, so basically you take an unknown powder you put it in a glass, watch glass, so its like a little saucer, Clark said. (KSNB) - Hastings Fire Department and Hastings Police Department officials attended a day-long class Thursday where they got the chance to see reactions between various chemicals up-close. I am the Cops & Courts Reporter for the Grand Island Independent. Date: 3/2 #1 Contempt Of Court. A Hastings man was arrested after Nebraska State Patrol troopers found more than 1 pound of methamphetamine during a traffic stop. All rights reserved. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. He is charged with distribution of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. The CODE drug task force is made up of law enforcement agencies throughout a 22-county area of west central and southwest Nebraska. (KSNB) - Three Kearney citizens are in jail after an early Thursday morning raid by a local drug task force. They are Janet Fontenot, 36, and Stephanie Hill, 30. A raid by the Central Nebraska Drug and Safe Streets Task Force resulted in the arrest of 12 people for charges including possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, distribution of . Stevens noted that following this training Thursday he now knows what to look for when being called to a hazmat scene of this sort, as well as how to test out different chemicals to find out what theyre being used for. 0. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Law enforcement officers were seen around this house at 1915 W. Second St. in Grand Island on Thursday morning. - Rose Gomez, 46, 1604 W. Third St. She is charged with conspiracy to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. Winds ESE at 10 to 20 mph. The FBI, Nebraska State Patrol, Adams and Hall county sheriff's deputies and Hastings police were on the scene late Friday afternoon. Copyright 2020 KSNB. Juan Manuel Munoz, 42, was charged with conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. The task force includes the FBI, Nebraska State Patrol, Grand Island Police Department, Hastings Police Department, Kearney Police Department, Hall County Sheriff's Office, Adams County Sheriff's Office and Buffalo County Sheriff's Office. A court affidavit says Miller also sold 2.19 grams of meth to an informant at Miller's home on Meadow Lane in Kearney on March 12. The baggies contained 54 blue morphine pills, another had 20 white hydrocodone pills and the third had a crystal substance, which was identified as meth. The joint operation, led by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, included law enforcement officers from the Cooperative Operation for Drug Enforcement Drug Task Force (CODE), Western Nebraska Intelligence and Narcotics Group (WING) and the Central Nebraska Drug and Safe Streets Task Force (CNDSSTF), as well as Colorado law enforcement authorities. Published: Aug. 13, 2022 at 8:56 PM PDT. Low 34F. Other Nebraskans charged include two people each from Gering and Big Springs and one each from Omaha, McCook and Morrill. High 49F. "They're giving us a class on homemade explosives and clandestine drug labs. Thirty-two-year-old Craig Marsh, 28-year-old Nicole Beattie, and 36-year-old Jeremy Gerdes all of Kearney were booked into the Buffalo County Jail on Felony Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Deliver, Felony Possession of a Firearm by a Prohibited Person, Felony Possession of Currency used to facilitate Narcotics activity, Possession of Marijuana Under 1 oz., and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. There was a problem saving your notification. NOTES: Hold. HASTINGS, Neb. Kelsey covers health and fitness for The World-Herald. Hastings Police say William Packer, 45, was arrested for meth possession, three weapons charges, possession of money used in drug transactions, stolen firearms and obstructing a police officer. Copyright 2021 KSNB. The two have an arraignment scheduled for Friday morning in Adams County Court. Click here to view all charges. A year-long investigation into methamphetamine distribution led to the arrests and indictments, 60 at the federal level and four state charges. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. - Domingo Rivera, 21, 105 E. 14th St. There was a problem saving your notification. Theyre giving us a class on homemade explosives and clandestine drug labs. Please subscribe to keep reading. KEARNEY, Neb. During the traffic stop, the trooper detected clandestine activity and performed a search of the vehicle. Sheriffs office investigating death of Hall county woman, False reports of school shootings all over Nebraska and the country, University of Nebraska Kearney students make valuable connections at Career and Internship Fair, UNK history professor uncovers Willa Cathers connections to campus, Kearney community, Next University of Nebraska Kearney Science Caf focuses on clinical trials in rural Nebraska, publicfile@ksnblocal4.com - (402) 467-4321. A law enforcement spokesman told Local4 that the four people were arrested at a rental house in the 900 block of Saunders Avenue in north Hastings. NOTES: Hold #3 RESISTING OFFICER. The trio was arrested at approximately 6:10 a.m. Thursday at 1202 12th Avenue after an ongoing, joint investigation involving members of the Central Nebraska Drug and Safe Streets Task Force. Judith Leyva-Reynoso, Erick Lozano, Miguel Luna, Juan Medina, Miguel Mendez, Manuel Sanchez and Lynie Chanthavong. The arrests were made around the North Platte and Ogallala areas. The CNDSSTF task force covers Hall, Adams, Merrick and Buffalo counties. A smoke alarm in a nearby upstairs apartment alerted a tenant, who called 911 and reported that the awning of Bert's Pharmacy was on fire. (KSNB) - Three Kearney citizens are in jail after an early Thursday morning raid by a local drug task force. HASTINGS, Neb. - Francisco Gomez, 36, 1604 W. Third St. Holly Hartman was arrested for driving on a suspended license and meth possession. Two federal search warrants resulted in three vehicles seized, valued at approximately $85,000, one sawed-off shotgun, one revolver, and approximately $17,250. Phone: 402-444-3100. HPD also located drugs on passenger Shelly Stuck, 36, of Kansas. Lincoln, NEB. The arrest was made with the assistance of the TRIDENT Drug Task Force. Friday arrests in Hastings drug investigation, Father, son charged with animal cruelty after hundreds of dead and dying cattle found on Lincoln County property. He was also arrested on outstanding drug warrants from Adams and Hall counties and the FBI. HASTINGS, Neb. - Jesus Gonzalez, 21, 327 E. Hall St. . Hartman. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. The officer activated his radar and tracked the vehicle going 54 mph in a 45 mph zone. HASTINGS, Neb. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. The arrests were made as part of a federal drug investigation. KEARNEY, Neb. Jesus J. Quezada, 23, was charged with two counts of distribution of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. You have permission to edit this article. He was also arrested on outstanding drug warrants from Adams and Hall counties and the FBI. Troopers stopped a vehicle at the intersection of U.S. Highway 281 and 33rd Street in Hastings at about 12:45 p.m. Friday, the patrol said in a press release. Six individuals remain at large: Danny Huerta of Grand Island; Juan Manuel Munoz of Lexington; Manuel Ortiz, whose address is unknown; Maria Robles-Rojas, whose address is unknown; Jack Seals of North Platte; and Tomas Venegas of Scottsbluff. Hastings man arrested with meth, guns and cash, Sheriffs office investigating death of Hall county woman, False reports of school shootings all over Nebraska and the country, University of Nebraska Kearney students make valuable connections at Career and Internship Fair, UNK history professor uncovers Willa Cathers connections to campus, Kearney community, Next University of Nebraska Kearney Science Caf focuses on clinical trials in rural Nebraska, publicfile@ksnblocal4.com - (402) 467-4321. Copyright 2022 KSNB. The spokesperson said any further information would have to come from the U.S. attorney's office. First responders train for drug busts and homemade explosives, Sheriffs office investigating death of Hall county woman, False reports of school shootings all over Nebraska and the country, University of Nebraska Kearney students make valuable connections at Career and Internship Fair, UNK history professor uncovers Willa Cathers connections to campus, Kearney community, Next University of Nebraska Kearney Science Caf focuses on clinical trials in rural Nebraska, publicfile@ksnblocal4.com - (402) 467-4321. Nathan Hanson told Local4 News the juvenile who lived in the home was taken from the residence by the Department of Health and Human Services. He is charged with conspiracy to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. Copyright 2022 KSNB. The first of 60 suspected meth dealers appeared in federal court in Omaha Friday following their arrest in a "groundbreaking" series of police raids in western Nebraska and Colorado. Five live in Julesburg, Colo., and four are Scottsbluff residents. There was a problem saving your notification. Those arrested were Rodrigo Bolanos, Juan Corado Arriaza, Gustavo Cruz Hernandez, Jose Donato, Daniel Espinoza-Garcia, Arturo Javier Garcia. HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol arrested two California men after finding more than 170 pounds of marijuana during a traffic stop on Interstate 80. Detectives with the Hastings Police Department spotted Hartman on Oct. 7 during an investigation into possible drug activity at 315 N. Saunders Ave., according to the arrest affidavit. Troopers stopped a vehicle at the intersection of U.S. Highway . LEXINGTON -- A drug bust in western Nebraska has seen 14 people arrested on suspicion of aiding and abetting distribution of a controlled substance. Police confirm sighting of Aurora couple at Hastings gas station. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. According to Adams County court documents, a Hastings Police officer was traveling northbound on Highway 281 when he observed a white Chevy Silverado traveling fast southbound in the 4200 block of N. Highway 281. In addition to GIPD and Hall County Sheriffs Office, the Central Nebraska Drug and Safe Streets Task Force consists of the Nebraska State Patrol, Hall County Attorneys Office, Kearney Police Department, Buffalo County Sheriffs Office, Hastings Police Department, Adams County Sheriffs Office, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Homeland Security Investigations and the United States Attorneys Office. You can cancel at any time. Officer Gardner and K9 Kane were called out to search the area around the vehicle that Hartman and Packer were in. My experience has been good, said Max Stevens, firefighter EMT for the Hastings Fire Department. HPD Cpl. (KSNB) - Hastings Fire Department and Hastings Police Department officials attended a day-long class Thursday where they got the chance to see reactions between various chemicals up-close. At approximately 3:35 p.m. Sunday, a trooper was on patrol on 27th Street near Interstate 80 in Lincoln when he saw what appeared to be two vehicles that had just had a crash. The fire captain added that the demonstrations seen today reminded him of the many meth lab stand-bys hes done over the years. Lincoln, NE . (KSNB) - Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol arrested two California men after finding more than 170 pounds of marijuana during a traffic stop on Interstate 80. . According to Kearney Police Department, officers located approximately one pound of methamphetamine, money, drug paraphernalia, and a firearm. He is charged with distribution of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. This is a developing story. April 15, 2021 11:36 am, Pictured left to right: (Top Row) 40-year-old Alisha Wilson, 40-year-old Nicolas Labrillo, (Bottom Row) 51-year . The 52-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. The names of the individuals were announced Friday in North Platte by Deborah R. Gilg, the United States attorney for the District of Nebraska. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Nebraska Bookings. Around 1:30 p.m. Friday, Hastings Police Department was called out to the 1000 block of West Fifth Street for a male and juvenile female supposedly looking through . Two arrests were made in Hastings. The officer activated his radar and tracked the vehicle going 54 mph in a 45 mph zone. Court records say the officer than turned around and got behind the vehicle where it continued to speed southbound. Cozad resident Enrique Martinez, 42, was charged with distribution of methamphetamine. According to Adams County court documents, a Hastings Police officer was traveling northbound on Highway 281 when he observed a white Chevy Silverado traveling fast southbound in the 4200 block of N. Highway 281. Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane's office announced Thursday morning that criminal charges have been . Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested a Lincoln man after a hit and run crash led to a pursuit in north Lincoln. Colorado law enforcement agencies included the Denver office of the FBI, the Holyoke Police Department and the Sedgwick County Sheriffs Department. When fire crews arrived, flames and smoke were visible from the awning and the wall of Bert's . Three Lexington residents received indictments. Shelly Stuck is now facing three felony charges for possession of a controlled substances for the meth, morphine and hydrocodone. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). Two Hershey residents were charged with conspiracy to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. Upon arrival, police became suspicious that the male suspect was under the influence, leading officers to conduct a welfare check. Two arrested, 170 lbs of marijuana found in I-80 traffic stop, Father, son charged with animal cruelty after hundreds of dead and dying cattle found on Lincoln County property. U.S. Attorney Deborah Gilg announced the indictments Friday during a news conference in North Platte. Tags: cocaine, crime, drug bust, drugs, Lincoln Police, LPD, meth, narcotics task force. Grand Island police officers surrounded the church., which is at 422 W. Second St. One of the first responders witnessed these type of chemical works for his first time. Someone found the victim Sunday, the sheriff's office andHamilton County Attorney's Office said. Press Release Drug Task Force Operations Across Nebraska and Eastern Colorado Leads to One of the Largest Drug Busts in Nebraska History Monday, February 29, 2016 For Immediate Release U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Nebraska Contact: Joe Jeanette (402) 699-2067 He is charged with possession with intent to distribute five grams or more of methamphetamine. He was also in possession of drug paraphernalia and less than one ounce of marijuana. The U.S. Marshals Service assisted in the roundup of the fugitives. of meth, three handguns, ammunition and $16,000 cash from the vehicle. Brian D. Martin, 33 of Hastings was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance (methamphetamine). Anyone with information about the fugitives is asked to contact local law enforcement. Two arrested for drug possession in Hastings, Sheriffs office investigating death of Hall county woman, False reports of school shootings all over Nebraska and the country, University of Nebraska Kearney students make valuable connections at Career and Internship Fair, UNK history professor uncovers Willa Cathers connections to campus, Kearney community, Next University of Nebraska Kearney Science Caf focuses on clinical trials in rural Nebraska, publicfile@ksnblocal4.com - (402) 467-4321. You have permission to edit this article. This 50-year-old cold case has yet to be solved. An Omaha woman was sentenced to prison Tuesday for her role in a fireworks attack in Sarpy County on July 4. Dec 1, 2012 Updated Jan 31, 2017. This is the largest drug sweep, to our knowledge, in Nebraska history, she said. Five Grand Island residents and five from Hastings were among the 60 people who received federal indictments for being involved in a methamphetamine conspiracy in central and western Nebraska and northeastern Colorado. Federal authorities and local law enforcement have completed the biggest drug sweep in Nebraska's history, U.S. Attorney Deborah Gilg said Friday. Seventeen of the individuals indicted live in North Platte. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. There were no reports of injuries. (KLKN) -Six people were arrested after the Lincoln/Lancaster County Narcotics Task Force located 114.9 grams of methamphetamine in numerous bags of a home. And then you heat up a bobby pin and put it on there and if it starts smoking or ignites, then you know that its an explosive thing.. Copyright 2021 KSNB. Copyright 2020 KSNB. U.S. Attorney Deborah Gilg announced the indictments Friday during a news conference in North. Local law enforcement officials made four arrests in a Hastings drug investigation Friday afternoon. Everyone loves a parade, especially when you are robbing a bank. Hastings Police say Hartman and Packer were under surveillance by the task force when they were seen getting out of a car and into a house in the 300 block of Saunders Avenue just after 12:30 Thursday afternoon. Police recovered 1.6 lbs. by Ron Musselman. Follow her on Twitter @kels2. Court appearances for defendants arrested on federal charges will occur in Lincoln. 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The Central Nebraska Drug and Safe Streets Task Force includes the Kearney Police Department, Nebraska State Patrol, Buffalo County Sheriffs Office, Hastings Police Department, Grand Island Police Department, and the Hall County Sheriffs Office. During the traffic stop, a drug-sniffing dog detected the odor of a controlled substance inside the vehicle. They found the. 35 charged in major drug bust in Blair County. 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