A North Platte man went for a wild right Sunday night, driving through a Union Pacific fence and over the tracks.

According to a News Release from the North Platte Police Department, Benjamin Fritz, 21, was traveling north on Oak Street when he crossed Front street and drove onto UP property, through a chain link fence and onto the railroad tracks.  Fritz was taken to Great Plains Regional Medical Center with what police are calling fairly significant injuries.

The 2010 Nissan Titan Fritz was driving crossed three rows of tracks and flipped when he hit a fourth.  Investigators believe Fritz was driving at a high rate of speed and missed the stop sign at Oak and Front.  It was also discovered that Fritz was driving the vehicle, which belongs to a family member, without permission.

It is also believed that alcohol did play a role in the accident.  Police stated that charges in the incident are forthcoming.

Heirs of a North Platte legend have perished in a plane crash.

Authorities have stated that three people are dead after a small plane crashed in central Florida this week according to a report by the Associated Press.

The bodies of a Winter Haven business man named Rob Krieger, 65, and the great-grandsons of William “Buffalo Bill” Cody were found in the wreckage according to the Associated Press. Buffalo Bill was known for his Wild West shows that toured around the United States in the late 1800’s through the early 1900s.

The Federal Aviation Administration stated that the Cessna 310 left Okeechobee on Feb. 14. The plane was on its way to Bartow when the FAA lost all contact with it near Fort Pierce at around 4:35 a.m.

The crash site wasn’t discovered until the following morning in a marsh area about 20 miles from Vero Beach. The only way to reach the swampy area is via helicopter or sailboat.

An ALNOT, or alert notice, was issued shortly after it lost contact with the tower according to FAA spokeswoman Kathleen Bergen.

Indian River County Rescue officers were called in at around 10:30 a.m. on Feb. 15 once the crash site was located. A U.S. Coast Guard called paramedics to the site to remove the victims according to the Associated Press.

The ordeal took several hours to complete, and Assistant Fire Chief Brian Burkeen stated that their crews were still at the accident scene as of 1:30 p.m.

The National Transportation Safety Board has already started their investigation to determine what caused the crash.

 

Lincoln County Marriage Licenses (Week of Feb. 11)

•  Paul Francis Nichols, 70, North Platte NE and Connie Kay Nichols, 67, North Platte NE
•  James Charles Benak, 73, North Platte NE and Norma Jean Marcinek, 64, North Platte NE
•  Sanford James Lawrence, 84, North Platte NE and Mary Ellen Hanna, 58, North Platte NE
•  Jerry Brian Owen, 40, North Platte NE and Jessica Diane Petrackis, 27, North Platte NE
•  Daniel Johnson, 48, North Platte NE and Brenda Marie Anderson, 45, North Platte NE
•  Able Eugene Joshua William Silva, 27, North Platte NE and Jessica Lynn Fulton, 22, North Platte NE
•  Robert Edward Mays Jr., 54, North Platte NE and Brenda Lee Deines, 51, North Platte NE
•  Quincey Chandler Shugart, 34, North Platte NE and Dawn Leefern Vanmeter, 30, North Platte NE
•  Gary Lee Nelson Jr., 26, North Platte NE and Stephenie Jene Stafford, 35, North Platte NE

 

 

The North Platte Homebuilders Association’s Home Sweet Home Show kicked off with a bang today at the North Platte Quality Inn and Suites.

Prior to the official Opening Ceremony, Nebraskaland National Bank President Michael Jacobson presented the Original Town Association and Railfest with a check for $15,000.  To make the moment even more special, Jacobson announced that Nebraskaland National Bank will be subletting their old North Branch building at 1020 N. Jeffers to the Original Town Association to use as their headquarters.  The rent for the building will be donated by Nebraskaland National Bank according to Jacobson.

Jacobson stated that the location is perfect for such an operation.  The OTA will be able to use the drive-up window for collecting donations and many other things.  He also stated that the building provides the OTA with a secure and functional environment to carry out their day-to-day operations and continue to grow Railfest, which has quickly become a major economic boost for the city of North Platte.

Railfest organizer Dave Harold said the OTA is extremely appreciative, and now has a solid foundation to build and grow Railfest and other events.

Immediately following the check presentation, The Home Show kicked of with the ceremonial Board Cutting, the annual tradition that serves as the official opening of the Home Sweet Home Show.

The show will run February 15 from 4pm-8pm, February 16 from 9am-7pm and February 17 from 10am-4pm.  The show will once again be held at the Quality Inn and Suites and is open to the public.  This years show features Realtors, plumbers, electricians and many more vendors.  Admission to the is $2.00 per person.

 

COURTESY OF THE NORTH PLATTE POLICE DEPARTMENT

02/14/2013

00:27:37

GEN PARK & TRAFFIC

1700 E E ST E NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

00:29:26

SPEEDING

500 N BUFFALO North Platte, NE 69101

02/14/2013

00:49:39

DISTURBING THE PEACE AND QUIET

700 S VINE ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

01:35:13

WARRANTS-LOCAL

E E ST /S MCCABE AV NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

01:56:54

VIOL TRAFFIC CONTROL DEV

E B /S BAILEY NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

02:25:29

DISTURBING THE PEACE AND QUIET

700 S VINE ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

02:31:45

AIRPORT SECURITY CHKPOINT

AIRPORT, 5400 E LEE BIRD DR NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

02:50:31

CITIZEN ASSIST

3200 S NEWBERRY NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

03:14:23

VIOL TRAFFIC CONTROL DEV

E LEOTA ST /S DEWEY ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

03:54:43

B.E.A.T. COMM POLICING

DOWNTOWN NORTH PLATTE, 1 NORTH PLATTE NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

05:38:09

PREF RIGHT OF WAY-STOP AND YIELD SIGNS

S WILLOW /W LEOTA NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

06:56:55

AIRPORT SECURITY CHKPOINT

LEE BIRD FIELD, 5400 E LEE BIRD DR NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

07:43:21

VIOL TRAFFIC CONTROL DEV

S OAK ST /W WILLIAM AV NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

07:45:15

SPEEDING

600 W WALKER RD NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

07:46:24

ILLEGAL TURN

N JEFFERS ST /W 1ST ST North Platte, NE 69101

02/14/2013

07:49:15

SPEEDING

200 W Philip NORTH PLATTE, NE 69103

02/14/2013

07:58:12

SPEEDING

600 W WALKER RD NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

08:00:16

OTHER WILDLIFE CALL/DISPOSAL

500 S SILBER AV NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

08:01:42

THEFT BY EXER CONTROL- FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

700 E FRANCIS ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

08:12:36

SPEEDING

600 W WALKER RD NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

08:33:32

VIOL TRAFFIC CONTROL DEV

W A ST / MCDONALD RD NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

08:41:26

LOOSE CATS

2000 E 2ND ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

09:20:08

SPEEDING

800 N POPLAR ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

09:26:43

EXPIRED PLATES/REGISTRATION

N WILLOW ST /W 1ST ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

09:50:26

72 HR PARKING VIOLATION

400 W D ST North Platte, NE 69101

02/14/2013

10:15:48

SPEEDING

600 MCDONALD RD NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

10:49:57

NO PROOF OF INSURANCE

E C ST /S JEFFERS ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

10:48:01

SUSPICIOUS PERSON

300 HALLIGAN DR NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

10:58:08

SPEEDING

1100 W Francis NORTH PLATTE, NE 69103

02/14/2013

11:11:26

EXPIRED INTRANSIT TAGS

1200 E PHILIP AV NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

11:30:42

EXPIRED INTRANSIT TAGS

Francis AV / Dewey AV NORTH PLATTE, NE 69103

02/14/2013

11:41:00

VIOL TRAFFIC CONTROL DEV

Francis / Poplar NORTH PLATTE, NE 69103

02/14/2013

11:50:14

GEN PARK & TRAFFIC

300 W F ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

11:48:56

SUSPICIOUS PERSON

3400 S NEWBERRY NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

12:16:13

TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNALS

E FRANCIS ST /S DEWEY ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

12:46:05

H&R ACC-NO ALC RELATED

E C ST /S JEFFERS ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

12:57:04

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY

2200 W 16TH ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

13:03:32

SPEEDING

RODEO RD /N SHERMAN AV NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

13:26:47

LOOSE ANIMALS

2400 E 2ND ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

13:38:47

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY

2300 ANNA AV NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

13:47:54

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY

100 W 4TH ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

13:52:36

ABANDONED VEHICLE

1000 S JEFFERS ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

13:53:09

CITIZEN ASSIST

600 W LEOTA ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

14:28:03

LOOSE ANIMALS

2000 W FRONT RD NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

14:32:13

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY

3300 W 2ND ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

14:49:02

CITIZEN ASSIST

1200 W 2ND ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

15:15:11

MISSING PERS MALE ADULT

1300 N COTTONWOOD ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

16:02:08

ASSIST OTH AGENCY

NORTH PLATTE, 1 NORTH PLATTE NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

16:01:40

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY

NORTH PLATTE, 1 NORTH PLATTE NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

16:18:12

INJUR ACCID-NO ALC RELAT

E FRANCIS ST /S CHESTNUT ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

16:22:05

SPEEDING

1600 W 9th NORTH PLATTE, NE 69103

02/14/2013

16:34:33

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY

900 W 5TH ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

16:56:28

VIOL TRAFFIC CONTROL DEV

Philip AV / Jeffers AV NORTH PLATTE, NE 69103

02/14/2013

17:01:46

PRISONER TRANSPORT

NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

17:12:29

CITIZEN ASSIST

W 3RD ST /N GARFIELD AV NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

17:14:10

2ND DEGREE CRIMINAL TRESPASS

300 E 6TH ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

17:17:41

THEFT BY EXER CONTROL- ALL OTHER

2000 W 17TH ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

17:19:05

VIOL TRAFFIC CONTROL DEV

Philip AV / Dewey AV NORTH PLATTE, NE 69103

02/14/2013

17:24:30

VIOL TRAFFIC CONTROL DEV

E PHILIP AV /S COTTONWOOD ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

18:01:57

72 HR PARKING VIOLATION

700 S DEWEY ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

18:11:40

ALARM – OTHER

700 N BAILEY ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

19:11:49

MOTOR VEH LIGHT REQUIREMENTS

2400 W 4TH ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

19:30:34

DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE

300 N JEFFERSON NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

19:36:39

TRAFFIC ENFORCE GENERAL

WRIGHT AV /S BUFFALO BILL AV NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

19:41:38

WELFARE CHECK

700 E PHILIP AV NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

19:49:16

SPEEDING

W E ST E /S BUFFALO BILL AV NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

19:49:44

DISTURBING THE PEACE AND QUIET

2300 E PHILIP ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69103

02/14/2013

20:44:29

CITIZEN ASSIST

NORTH PLATTE, 1 NORTH PLATTE NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

21:07:54

MOTOR VEH LIGHT REQUIREMENTS

1200 S JEFFERS ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

21:09:17

PROP DAMAGE-NO ALC RELAT

2300 E PHILIP AV NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

21:43:07

LICENSE PLATES- DISPLAY OF

900 N NEWBERRY RD NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

22:11:34

EXPIRED PLATES/REGISTRATION

E C ST /S DEWEY ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

22:07:57

SUSPICIOUS PERSON

600 W LEOTA ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

22:17:44

DOMEST ASSAULT-MISD

2400 W 14TH ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

22:25:07

SPEEDING

E PHILIP AV /S BRYAN AV NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

23:01:58

AIRPORT SECURITY CHKPOINT

AIRPORT, 5400 E LEE BIRD DR NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/14/2013

23:38:44

EXPIRED PLATES/REGISTRATION

W 5TH ST /N WILLOW ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/15/2013

00:33:37

MOTOR VEH LIGHT REQUIREMENTS

1100 S JEFFERS ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/15/2013

00:32:51

HARRASS-ANNOY PHONECALLS

1300 RODEO RD NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/15/2013

01:56:32

AIRPORT SECURITY CHKPOINT

AIRPORT, 5400 E LEE BIRD DR NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/15/2013

02:57:23

B.E.A.T. COMM POLICING

DOWNTOWN NORTH PLATTE, 1 NORTH PLATTE NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/15/2013

03:14:42

SUSPICIOUS PERSON

2200 W 16TH ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/15/2013

04:24:20

MOTOR VEH LIGHT REQUIREMENTS

2100 S HWY 83 North Platte, NE 69101

02/15/2013

05:22:57

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY

2200 W 16TH ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/15/2013

05:50:28

CITIZEN ASSIST

600 W LEOTA ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/15/2013

06:25:09

HARRASS-ANNOY PHONECALLS

200 S CHESTNUT ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/15/2013

07:40:47

ALARM-GENERAL

100 S JEFFERS ST NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/15/2013

08:03:22

ASSIST OTHER AGENCY-GENERAL

NORTH PLATTE, 1 NORTH PLATTE NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

02/15/2013

08:08:33

AIRPORT SECURITY CHKPOINT

LBF, 5400 E LEE BIRD DR NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101

Several inmates were charged with possessing marijuana while they were incarcerated at the Lincoln County Detention Center.

During the evening hours of February 12, 2013, Detention Officers at the Lincoln County Detention Center discovered a considerable amount of marijuana in the possession of three inmates, all of which were residing in the same cell area.  Deputies from the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office were called to assist in the investigation and determine how the pot made it into the cell.

Investigators met with three inmates, Michael Malmkar, Matthew Mollman and Jeffery Denson, Jr.  Malmkar advised that he had found the marijuana in the day area and Mr. Mollman stated that he knew nothing about the contraband in his cell.  Denson then admitted to investigators that he was responsible for the marijuana and that it belonged to him, adding that he had given some to Malmkar and Mollman when they requested it.  He went on to say that he had smuggled the drugs in his rectum until shortly after he was stripped searched at booking, once in the cell he produced the marijuana for the three inmates to share.

Denson was charged with Felony Distribution of Marijuana.  Malmkar and Mollman were each charged with Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana.  The investigation is ongoing and additional charges may be brought against the three men.

Great Plains Regional Medical Center (GPRMC) announced today that Tadd Greenfield has been appointed as Chief Nursing Officer.

The appointment comes after a nationwide search led by healthcare leadership solutions firm B.E. Smith.

GPRMC CEO Greg Nielsen said, “We are pleased to welcome Tadd to our senior leadership and nursing teams.  He brings high-energy, a proven strength of leading clinical initiatives and a strong focus on quality patient outcomes.  Tadd will be a great asset to our organization and the community.”

Prior to joining GPRMC, Greenfield served as chief nursing officer for Banner Health Community Hospital in Torrington, WY.  He led all clinical departments in addition to environmental services, risk/quality, infection prevention and supply chain.  Greenfield also served as director of patient care services at Banner Health Washakie Medical Center in Worland, WY.

“GPRMC was seeking a chief nursing officer with demonstrated success in nursing leadership and program growth,” said Teresa Collins, vice president of executive searches for B.E. Smith.  “Tadd’s experience and leadership style was an ideal match.”

Greenfield earned a master’s degree in healthcare administration from Walden University in Minneapolis, MN, and a bachelor’s degree in nursing from William Jewell College in Liberty, MO.

He will assume his new duties on March 11.

 

 

 

UPDATES:

Thursday Feb. 14 10:30pm

The NPPD has not released any new information on this case.  As promised, we will get you updated information as soon as it is available.

Wednesday Feb. 12 4:30pm

Sylvester LeBlanc is still on the run as of Wednesday afternoon.  The Post will continue to update this story as soon as we receive new information.  Check back often for the latest.

Tuesday Feb. 11 10:00pm

As of Tuesday evening at 9:45 pm, Sylvester LeBlanc remained at large.  The North Platte Police Department is asking anyone with any information to contact them.  According to scanner traffic earlier in the day, Officers investigated several potential sightings, but were unable to locate LeBlanc.

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The North Platte Police Department is searching for a robbery suspect on the loose following a robbery late Monday night.

At around 10:30PM on Monday, Officers responded to Kings Trailer Park in the 2400 block of West 9th on the report of a robbery.  Officers learned the suspects, Jeffery Denson, 21, and Sylvester LeBlanc III, 19, had just fled the scene in a dark blue Chrysler 300 with dealer plates.  The victim, a 20-year-old female, alleged that Denson and LeBland were given permission to enter the trailer after asking to use the restroom.  Upon entry, LeBlanc brandished a handgun and demanded money from the victim.  The suspects then stole a small amount of cash and a cellular phone.

Officers were able to locate Denson and another male passenger driving the suspect vehicle near the 1200 block of East 4th.  After conducting an investigation, Officers determined there was probable cause to arrest Denson for Robbery, Use of a Weapon to Commit a Felony and Terroristic Threats.  Denson was jailed at the Lincoln County Detention Center.

Authorities are still searching for Sylvester LeBlanc.  LeBlanc is a black male and is approximately 6 feet tall and weighs 160 pounds.  He has brown eyes, black hair and gang tattoos on both arms.  “GD” on his right forearm and “74” on his left arm.  The firearm used in the alleged crime has not been recovered, therefore, LeBlanc should be considered armed and dangerous.

Police want to encourage the public to call the Department’s non-emergency number, (308) 535-6789, with any information on LeBlanc’s whereabouts.  Citizens may also provide anonymous information through the Crime Stoppers website, www.lincolncountycrimestoppers.com or by calling (308) 534-8400 or toll-free at 800-933-TIPS.  Do not try to apprehend the suspect.

 

Tyler Keup appeared before The Honorable Donald E. Rowlands in Lincoln County District Court today for his arraignment on multiple felony charges.

Keup entered a not guilty plea to Possession of a Controlled Substance-Adderall, two counts of Distribution of Methamphetamine and Possession of a Dangerous Weapon by a Prohibited Person. The charges against Keup stem from a November 25, 2012 arrest following a traffic stop.

Keup’s attorney Gary Krajewski asked Judge Rowlands for a bond reduction, stating that Mr. Keup was “having trouble adjusting to being out of prison, which is why he’s here today.”  Keup was released from prison in 2011 after an appeal because he was 16 when he shot Maricella Martinez and the judge ruled he could not form the intent to kill. He was originally sentenced to 30-60 years, and had served ten years of that sentence when his conviction was reversed and the charge reduced to manslaughter.  He was given credit for time served.

Rowlands denied the request for bond reduction after Lincoln County Attorney Rebecca Harling reminded the court of Keup’s prior criminal history, and the severity of the crime of which he had been convicted.

Krajewski then requested a continuance for discovery and a Status Hearing was set for March 11.