He was also in possession of drug paraphernalia and less than one ounce of marijuana. (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. . Juan Manuel Munoz, 42, was charged with conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. One of the first responders witnessed these type of chemical works for his first time. 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. Other law enforcement agencies involved in the operation included the Aurora Police Department and the Merrick County Sheriffs Office. (Independent/Barrett Stinson). 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 This 50-year-old cold case has yet to be solved. One defendant was also arrested on a state charge of distribution of cocaine. Officer Gardner and K9 Kane were called out to search the area around the vehicle that Hartman and Packer were in. News | Nebraska State Patrol 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. Jared N. Shinpaugh, 31 of Omaha was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance (methamphetamine). (KSNB) - Hastings Police and the Central Nebraska Drug Task Force arrested four suspects Thursday in connection with a stand-off in south Hastings. Five state search warrants resulted in the recovery of $17,500, more than two pounds of meth and five guns. NOTES: Hold #4 operating a motor vehicle to avoid arrest. 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. You have permission to edit this article. A year-long investigation disrupted a . Five Hastings residents were among 60 people indicted on drug trafficking charges this week. Those arrested were Rodrigo Bolanos, Juan Corado Arriaza, Gustavo Cruz Hernandez, Jose Donato, Daniel Espinoza-Garcia, Arturo Javier Garcia. The pills in the bottle were identified as sucralfate, a prescription only drug. For the federal arrests of 12 individuals, the charges include possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, distribution of meth and conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. Crosby and Dunbar were both arrested for possession of a controlled substance, child abuse and possession of drug paraphernalia. (KSNB) - Two Hastings residents are behind bars for child abuse after police find a controlled substance inside their home. Rachelle Gunhammer, 27 of Hastings was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance. 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. Starting in the early morning hours Tuesday, CODE, WING, and CNDSSTF members, along with the assistance of other Nebraska and Colorado local, state, and federal law enforcement, arrested 53 on federal charges and four on state charges throughout Nebraska and eastern Colorado. The spokesperson said any further information would have to come from the U.S. attorney's office. 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. - Domingo Rivera, 21, 105 E. 14th St. He is charged with possession with intent to distribute five grams or more of methamphetamine. Lincoln, NEB. Anyone with information about the fugitives is asked to contact local law enforcement. He is charged with distribution of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. There was a problem saving your notification. 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. 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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. HASTINGS, Neb. Bert's Pharmacy in downtown Hastings destroyed by fire LEXINGTON -- A drug bust in western Nebraska has seen 14 people arrested on suspicion of aiding and abetting distribution of a controlled substance. He was also in possession of drug paraphernalia and less than one ounce of marijuana. The arrests were made late Friday afternoon. HASTINGS, Neb. Twelve people were arrested this morning, some of them in Grand Island, as part of an operation by the Central Nebraska Drug and Safe Streets Task Force. Jeffrey Adams, 47, has been arrested in connection to his wife's death. (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. The arrests were made as part of a federal drug investigation. 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 . (KSNB) - Three Kearney citizens are in jail after an early Thursday morning raid by a local drug task force. The U.S. Marshals Service assisted in the roundup of the fugitives. HASTINGS, Neb. Nebraska News Southwest Nebraska Drug Trafficking Organization Busted by Multiple Agencies Multiple agencies including the Federal Bureau of Investigation from across the state executed five. UPDATE: 12 arrested as part of Central Nebraska drug task force operation The arrests were made as part of a federal drug investigation. Jesus Aguirre of 311 N. Kerr Ave., Gilbert Gomez Jr. of 820 S. Pine Ave. No. kelsey.stewart@owh.com, 402-444-3100, twitter.com/kels2. Court records say the officer than turned around and got behind the vehicle where it continued to speed southbound. 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. David Earl. 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Hastings Drug Bust Leads to 12 Arrests | KHGI - nebraska.tv More Info. You have permission to edit this article. Clark said the demonstrations are meant to keep the newer firefighters, like Stevens stay up-to-speed and will help keep themselves and the community safer as well. Thursday, April 21st 2016. Nebraska News LPD: 5 arrested in Central Lincoln drug bust. Five Hastings residents were among 60 people indicted on drug trafficking charges this week. Five from G.I., five from Hastings indicted in drug bust Constance Baasch, 68, of rural Grand Island, died on Feb. 28 from injuries suffered in October. HASTINGS, Neb. 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. Five from G.I., five from Hastings indicted in drug bust Jeff Bahr Feb 26, 2016 0 Five Grand Island residents and five from Hastings were among the 60 people who received federal indictments. A search revealed a little more than 1 pound of meth. Cozad resident Enrique Martinez, 42, was charged with distribution of methamphetamine. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). I am the Cops & Courts Reporter for the Grand Island Independent. Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane's office announced Thursday morning that criminal charges have been . by Ron Musselman. Five Hastings residents arrested as part of drug sweep The demonstration is meant to help first responders and law enforcement determine what dangerous chemicals they may be dealing with when they get called to a scene with homemade bombs or a drug lab. Alfonso Romero. Two Gibbon residents are charged with conspiracy to distribute 50 grams of more of methamphetamine. 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. Feds indict 60 in Nebraska's biggest-ever drug sweep, U.S. attorney says I welcome news tips! NOTES: Hold #2 Contempt Of Court. The operation included the execution of four federal search warrants and one state search warrant in Grand Island, which resulted in the recovery of a significant amount of U.S. currency, more than two pounds of methamphetamine and a yet-to-be-determined amount of cocaine. Seven of the federally indicted individuals are still at large. "They're giving us a class on homemade explosives and clandestine drug labs. Dec 1, 2012 Updated Jan 31, 2017. High 49F. The FBI, Nebraska State Patrol, Adams and Hall county sheriff's deputies and Hastings police were on the scene late Friday afternoon. He is charged with distribution of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. He was also arrested on outstanding drug warrants from Adams and Hall counties and the FBI. Officers located a small bag of methamphetamine on the driver, identified as 29-year-old Brittney Stuck, of Kansas. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). An Omaha woman was sentenced to prison Tuesday for her role in a fireworks attack in Sarpy County on July 4. Increased patrols result in multiple drug-related arrests Nebraska Bookings. Drug task force arrests 14 in bust - JournalStar.com Yeah, we try to get guys like this to come in all the time Having this experience will be real helpful for sure, Stevens said. 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 neighbors window. My experience has been good, said Max Stevens, firefighter EMT for the Hastings Fire Department. LPD: 5 arrested in Central Lincoln drug bust - klkntv.com The CNDSSTF task force covers Hall, Adams, Merrick and Buffalo counties. Law enforcement officers set up a perimeter around the home and an hours-long stand-off began. Copyright 2022 KSNB. Lincoln, NE . Jesus J. Quezada, 23, was charged with two counts of distribution of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. The FBI seized the cryptocurrency in February 2022 via a warrant and currently has custody of the property. Hastings Fire and Rescue was called to 708 W. 2nd St. at 11:26 p.m. Sunday. Published: Aug. 13, 2022 at 8:56 PM PDT. A search and recovery dive team has arrived in central Nebraska to look for the Aurora couple who have been missing since Jan. 11. Stay with Local4 for the latest information. Two Hershey residents were charged with conspiracy to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. 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. The tenant made it out safely. of meth, three handguns, ammunition and $16,000 cash from the vehicle. The FBI, Nebraska State Patrol, Adams and Hall county sheriff's deputies and Hastings police were on the scene late Friday afternoon. Two arrested, 170 lbs of marijuana found in I-80 traffic stop - KOLN Grand Island police officers surrounded the church., which is at 422 W. Second St. You have permission to edit this article. Follow her on Twitter @kels2. Five from Grand Island, five from Hastings indicted in drug bust Police said Packer had been a fugitive for six months on the warrants. This is an incredible effort involving nearly 30 law enforcement agencies, Gilg said in a news release. Copyright 2020 KSNB. The five Hastings residents are Jesus Aguirre, 21, 311 N. Kerr St.; Gilbert Gomez Jr., 27, 820 S. Pine Ave., Trailer 31; Gilbert Gomez Sr., 45, 1911 W. Third St.; Martin Gomez, 49, 306 S. New York Ave., and Monica Gomez, 47, 1911 W. Third St. All five are charged with conspiracy to distribute 50 grams of more of methamphetamine. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. The 52-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Subscribe to our Daily Headlines newsletter. The Grand Island Police Departments tactical response team and other officers assisted the operation this morning before 7 a.m. on Second Street, east of the overpass. LINCOLN, Neb. Winds ESE at 10 to 20 mph. HPD Sgt. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. 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. Kelsey covers health and fitness for The World-Herald. Police recovered 1.6 lbs. He was also arrested on outstanding drug warrants from Adams and Hall counties and the FBI. Hastings man arrested after troopers find 1 pound of meth during There was a problem saving your notification. U.S. Attorney Deborah Gilg announced the indictments Friday during a news conference in North. Unrelated arrests included two individuals on local charges, resulting in the seizure of one rifle, a ballistic vest and 16 grams of ecstasy. A former Nebraska corrections employee who gave birth in December now faces a felony charge after DNA testing confirmed that an inmate is like, Two people were arrested following a pursuit in west Omaha Tuesday morning that reached speeds of more than 100 mph, according to the Nebraska, A wave of phony school shooting reports upended learning in schools across Nebraska Thursday, making the state one of the latest in a spate of. I am the Cops & Courts Reporter for the Grand Island Independent. Seventeen Arrested in North Platte, Ogallala Area Drug Busts Kearney raid nets meth, cash, gun - ksnblocal4.com They are Oscar Escandon, 40, and Jessica Miller, 25. He is still at large. A Hastings man was arrested after Nebraska State Patrol troopers found more than 1 pound of methamphetamine during a traffic stop. Tags: cocaine, crime, drug bust, drugs, Lincoln Police, LPD, meth, narcotics task force. HPD also located drugs on passenger Shelly Stuck, 36, of Kansas. You have permission to edit this article. Multiple drug arrests made in Hastings - KSNB Jose Valtierra, 52, was charged with two counts of distribution of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine and one count of possession with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. Phone: 402-444-3100. He added that having the Kansas EPA Lab come out and give the training was a notable experience. When fire crews arrived, flames and smoke were visible from the awning and the wall of Bert's . 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Thousands in meth, cocaine, other drugs seized in Lincoln drug bust 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=-=-=. Friday arrests in Hastings drug investigation, Father, son charged with animal cruelty after hundreds of dead and dying cattle found on Lincoln County property. Two arrests were made in Hastings. The fire captain added that the demonstrations seen today reminded him of the many meth lab stand-bys hes done over the years. There was a problem saving your notification. You can cancel at any time. The FBI and DEA joined local law enforcement to arrest nearly 20 people in a drug bust Tuesday morning. All rights reserved. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. The arrests come a day after Joseph Miller, 51, was arrested and later charged for allegedly selling 2.39 grams of meth to an informant on April 28 at the same residence on West 25th Street. 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. Troopers stopped a vehicle at the intersection of U.S. Highway . Police confirm sighting of Aurora couple at Hastings gas station. 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 . Other Nebraskans charged include two people each from Gering and Big Springs and one each from Omaha, McCook and Morrill. HASTINGS, Neb. Please subscribe to keep reading. Copyright 2021 KSNB. 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. - Danny Huerta, 23, 1016 1/2 Kimball St. First responders train for drug busts and homemade explosives According to Kearney Police Department, officers located approximately one pound of methamphetamine, money, drug paraphernalia, and a firearm. Per page 1; 2; 3 > Alfonso Romero. 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. Hartman. Both live at 18 W. Ave. Jason Hibbs, 32, of Kearney was also charged with conspiracy to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. Saunders County deputies make large drug bust, two arrested - KOLN There were no reports of injuries. Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested a Lincoln man after a hit and run crash led to a pursuit in north Lincoln. Law enforcement officers were seen around this house at 1915 W. Second St. in Grand Island on Thursday morning. Brian D. Martin, 33 of Hastings was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance (methamphetamine). "Monster" drug bust in Nebraska fills busses with meth dealer suspects