Bids for Construction of a Garage
The O’Neill Police Department is now accepting bids for the construction of an attached garage at the O’Neill Police Department, located at 307 South 4th Street, O’Neill, Nebraska. Information regarding the project can be obtained at the O’Neill Police Department or at the O’Neill City Office, located at 401 East Fremont Street, O’Neill, Nebraska. All sealed bids must be submitted to the O’Neill City Office by 6:30 pm on November 4, 2024. The sealed bids will be opened and publicly read aloud at the O’Neill City Council meeting during their regular monthly meeting on November 4, 2024, at 6:30 pm. Any questions please contact Chief Matthew Otte at the O’Neill Police Department or at 402-336-1313.
The City of O’Neill reserves all right to reject any or all bids and to waive the irregularities or informalities in any bid received, and to accept any bid which is deemed most favorable to the City of O’Neill, at any time and under conditions stipulated in the instructions. Bids received after the specified time will be returned unopened.
Matthew Otte #478
Chief of Police
The O’Neill Police Department is now accepting bids for the construction of an attached garage at the O’Neill Police Department, located at 307 South 4th Street, O’Neill, Nebraska. Information regarding the project can be obtained at the O’Neill Police Department or at the O’Neill City Office, located at 401 East Fremont Street, O’Neill, Nebraska. All sealed bids must be submitted to the O’Neill City Office by 6:30 pm on November 4, 2024. The sealed bids will be opened and publicly read aloud at the O’Neill City Council meeting during their regular monthly meeting on November 4, 2024, at 6:30 pm. Any questions please contact Chief Matthew Otte at the O’Neill Police Department or at 402-336-1313.
The City of O’Neill reserves all right to reject any or all bids and to waive the irregularities or informalities in any bid received, and to accept any bid which is deemed most favorable to the City of O’Neill, at any time and under conditions stipulated in the instructions. Bids received after the specified time will be returned unopened.
Matthew Otte #478
Chief of Police
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE O’NEILL POLICE DEPARTMENT
AND HOLT COUNTY ATTORNEY
On October 7, 2024, at approximately 6:00 a.m., first responders from the O’Neill Fire Department and O’Neill Police Department were dispatched to an explosion and structure fire on the Saint Mary’s and Saint Patrick’s campus near Avera Saint Anthony’s Hospital.
Area mutual aid fire departments from Atkinson, Chambers and Ewing, the Holt County Sheriff's Office, and the Holt County Emergency Manager responded for assistance. First responders on the scene identified a vehicle that they believed was associated with the incident. The O’Neill Police Department initiated an investigation into the cause of the incident and were assisted by the Fire Marshals, Nebraska State Patrol, ATF, and County Attorney's Office.
That investigation led to the identification of the driver of the vehicle, a 58-year-old male Guatemalan national. With the assistance of an interpreter, that individual did cooperate with investigators before being transported to the University of Nebraska Medical Center. His condition is unknown to investigators at this time.
At the time of this release and based upon a review of the witness interviews and medical records, there is no evidence that the individual was under the influence of any alcohol or intoxicating substances.
The initial findings indicate that the vehicle had a low-speed collision with and damaged the gas line feeding the Parish Center building approximately 50 minutes prior to the explosion. During that time period, natural gas leaked into the building and eventually ignited, causing the explosion and fire. The blast caused severe damage to surrounding homes, classrooms, and the hospital.
This matter will remain under investigation and further updates will be provided if and when they are available.
We appreciate the outpouring of support from the public. We offer our support and sympathy to all those affected and especially to those who lost their homes and the leaders of the Parish and Hospital as they work through this very difficult time.
AND HOLT COUNTY ATTORNEY
On October 7, 2024, at approximately 6:00 a.m., first responders from the O’Neill Fire Department and O’Neill Police Department were dispatched to an explosion and structure fire on the Saint Mary’s and Saint Patrick’s campus near Avera Saint Anthony’s Hospital.
Area mutual aid fire departments from Atkinson, Chambers and Ewing, the Holt County Sheriff's Office, and the Holt County Emergency Manager responded for assistance. First responders on the scene identified a vehicle that they believed was associated with the incident. The O’Neill Police Department initiated an investigation into the cause of the incident and were assisted by the Fire Marshals, Nebraska State Patrol, ATF, and County Attorney's Office.
That investigation led to the identification of the driver of the vehicle, a 58-year-old male Guatemalan national. With the assistance of an interpreter, that individual did cooperate with investigators before being transported to the University of Nebraska Medical Center. His condition is unknown to investigators at this time.
At the time of this release and based upon a review of the witness interviews and medical records, there is no evidence that the individual was under the influence of any alcohol or intoxicating substances.
The initial findings indicate that the vehicle had a low-speed collision with and damaged the gas line feeding the Parish Center building approximately 50 minutes prior to the explosion. During that time period, natural gas leaked into the building and eventually ignited, causing the explosion and fire. The blast caused severe damage to surrounding homes, classrooms, and the hospital.
This matter will remain under investigation and further updates will be provided if and when they are available.
We appreciate the outpouring of support from the public. We offer our support and sympathy to all those affected and especially to those who lost their homes and the leaders of the Parish and Hospital as they work through this very difficult time.
PRESS RELEASE
September 20, 2024
The O’Neill Police Department executed a search warrant on two different locations in O’Neill, Nebraska on September 18, 2024. As a result of the search warrant, Ami Buckendahl, age 44, of O’Neill, Nebraska, was arrested for Four Counts of Distribution of a Controlled Substance Hazardous Drug, Two Counts of Distribution of a Controlled Substance Near a Playground or School, Distribution of Methamphetamine at least 10 Grams, and Possession of Methamphetamine Over 28 Grams. Buckendahl was incarcerated in the Antelope County Jail in Neligh, Nebraska.
The O’Neill Police Department, with assistance from the Holt County Sheriff’s Office and Nebraska State Patrol executed a search warrant on September 19, 2024. A search warrant was served at the residence of 320 South 2nd Street, O’Neill, Nebraska.
As a result of the search warrant, Evan F. Zakrzewski, age 62, of O’Neill, Nebraska, was arrested without incident for Distribution of a Controlled Substance Hazardous Drug, Possession of Deadly Weapon by a Prohibited Person, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Zakrzewski was incarcerated in the Holt County Jail in O’Neill, Nebraska.
Matthew Otte
Chief of Police
September 20, 2024
The O’Neill Police Department executed a search warrant on two different locations in O’Neill, Nebraska on September 18, 2024. As a result of the search warrant, Ami Buckendahl, age 44, of O’Neill, Nebraska, was arrested for Four Counts of Distribution of a Controlled Substance Hazardous Drug, Two Counts of Distribution of a Controlled Substance Near a Playground or School, Distribution of Methamphetamine at least 10 Grams, and Possession of Methamphetamine Over 28 Grams. Buckendahl was incarcerated in the Antelope County Jail in Neligh, Nebraska.
The O’Neill Police Department, with assistance from the Holt County Sheriff’s Office and Nebraska State Patrol executed a search warrant on September 19, 2024. A search warrant was served at the residence of 320 South 2nd Street, O’Neill, Nebraska.
As a result of the search warrant, Evan F. Zakrzewski, age 62, of O’Neill, Nebraska, was arrested without incident for Distribution of a Controlled Substance Hazardous Drug, Possession of Deadly Weapon by a Prohibited Person, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Zakrzewski was incarcerated in the Holt County Jail in O’Neill, Nebraska.
Matthew Otte
Chief of Police
PRESS RELEASE
September 20, 2024
The O’Neill Volunteer Fire Department and O’Neill Police Department responded to a residential fire located at 313 South 3rd Street at approximately 12:35 a.m. on Sunday morning September 15, 2024. During the investigation the fire was suspected to be arson, and the Nebraska State Fire Marshal was contacted to assist in the investigation. The fire was extinguished by the residents prior to law enforcement and fire department arrival. Three of the residents later went to Avera St. Anthony’s Hospital in O’Neill, Nebraska and were treated and released.
The O’Neill Police Department continued the investigation and arrested Quinn Bailey-Kelly, age 30, of O’Neill, Nebraska, later that afternoon. Bailey-Kelly was incarcerated in the Holt County Jail for 1st Degree Arson and Terroristic Threats.
During the 7:00 p.m. hour, the O’Neill Police Department, with assistance from the Holt County Sheriff’s Office, executed a search warrant at the Bailey-Kelly residence in O’Neill, Nebraska. The O’Neill Police Department seized items from the residence suspected to be in connection with the arson.
Matthew Otte
Chief of Police
September 20, 2024
The O’Neill Volunteer Fire Department and O’Neill Police Department responded to a residential fire located at 313 South 3rd Street at approximately 12:35 a.m. on Sunday morning September 15, 2024. During the investigation the fire was suspected to be arson, and the Nebraska State Fire Marshal was contacted to assist in the investigation. The fire was extinguished by the residents prior to law enforcement and fire department arrival. Three of the residents later went to Avera St. Anthony’s Hospital in O’Neill, Nebraska and were treated and released.
The O’Neill Police Department continued the investigation and arrested Quinn Bailey-Kelly, age 30, of O’Neill, Nebraska, later that afternoon. Bailey-Kelly was incarcerated in the Holt County Jail for 1st Degree Arson and Terroristic Threats.
During the 7:00 p.m. hour, the O’Neill Police Department, with assistance from the Holt County Sheriff’s Office, executed a search warrant at the Bailey-Kelly residence in O’Neill, Nebraska. The O’Neill Police Department seized items from the residence suspected to be in connection with the arson.
Matthew Otte
Chief of Police
PRESS RELEASE
August 2, 2024
The Holt County Sheriff’s Office and the O’Neill Police Department were notified of a stolen vehicle from within O’Neill, Nebraska at approximately 2:00 pm on August 1, 2024. A 2021 Ram 2500 pickup was stolen from North 7th Street in O’Neill and last seen traveling south on North 7th Street. The owner of the pickup reported there was also a pistol inside the pickup. An immediate search for the alleged stolen pickup was initiated with additional law enforcement being called out to assist.
The Holt County Sheriff’s Office located the alleged stolen pickup traveling east on Highway 95, west of Chambers, Nebraska at approximately 2:55 pm. Two Holt County Sheriff’s Office deputies turned on the stolen pickup, which was traveling at 100 miles per hour, and began to pursue it. The stolen pickup turned south on 480th Avenue and continued for 1 mile, when it then entered a pasture. The pursuit continued in the pasture where the stolen vehicle was driven through multiple fences until deputies lost sight of the vehicle temporarily. A Nebraska State Patrol Carrier Enforcement Officer located the stolen pickup near 480th Avenue and 853rd Road and the pursuit continued east on 853rd Road until coming to a stop at 481st Avenue and 853rd Road.
Two males, identified as Braiden Guido, age 27, and Jordan Menagh, age 24, were then taken into custody without further incident and transported to the Antelope County Jail where they were incarcerated for Parole Violations, Theft, Felony Operation of a Motor Vehicle to Avoid Arrest, 2nd Degree Criminal Trespass, Criminal Mischief, Possession of a Stolen Firearm, Possession of a Deadly Weapon by a Prohibited Person, Speeding, and Willful Reckless Driving. Guido and Menagh were out on parole from criminal convictions in other counties.
Law Enforcement learned the alleged pistol from inside the pickup was discarded during the pursuit. A search for the firearm was initiated and the firearm was recovered.
Members from the O’Neill Police Department, Holt County Sheriff’s Office, Nebraska State Patrol, Atkinson Police Department, Nebraska Department of Correctional Services-Community Supervision Services, Nebraska Game and Parks, Boyd/Holt E911 Dispatch Center, and Chambers Fire and Rescue all assisted in the search for, pursuit, and recovery of the alleged stolen pickup and firearm.
Matthew Otte
Chief of Police
August 2, 2024
The Holt County Sheriff’s Office and the O’Neill Police Department were notified of a stolen vehicle from within O’Neill, Nebraska at approximately 2:00 pm on August 1, 2024. A 2021 Ram 2500 pickup was stolen from North 7th Street in O’Neill and last seen traveling south on North 7th Street. The owner of the pickup reported there was also a pistol inside the pickup. An immediate search for the alleged stolen pickup was initiated with additional law enforcement being called out to assist.
The Holt County Sheriff’s Office located the alleged stolen pickup traveling east on Highway 95, west of Chambers, Nebraska at approximately 2:55 pm. Two Holt County Sheriff’s Office deputies turned on the stolen pickup, which was traveling at 100 miles per hour, and began to pursue it. The stolen pickup turned south on 480th Avenue and continued for 1 mile, when it then entered a pasture. The pursuit continued in the pasture where the stolen vehicle was driven through multiple fences until deputies lost sight of the vehicle temporarily. A Nebraska State Patrol Carrier Enforcement Officer located the stolen pickup near 480th Avenue and 853rd Road and the pursuit continued east on 853rd Road until coming to a stop at 481st Avenue and 853rd Road.
Two males, identified as Braiden Guido, age 27, and Jordan Menagh, age 24, were then taken into custody without further incident and transported to the Antelope County Jail where they were incarcerated for Parole Violations, Theft, Felony Operation of a Motor Vehicle to Avoid Arrest, 2nd Degree Criminal Trespass, Criminal Mischief, Possession of a Stolen Firearm, Possession of a Deadly Weapon by a Prohibited Person, Speeding, and Willful Reckless Driving. Guido and Menagh were out on parole from criminal convictions in other counties.
Law Enforcement learned the alleged pistol from inside the pickup was discarded during the pursuit. A search for the firearm was initiated and the firearm was recovered.
Members from the O’Neill Police Department, Holt County Sheriff’s Office, Nebraska State Patrol, Atkinson Police Department, Nebraska Department of Correctional Services-Community Supervision Services, Nebraska Game and Parks, Boyd/Holt E911 Dispatch Center, and Chambers Fire and Rescue all assisted in the search for, pursuit, and recovery of the alleged stolen pickup and firearm.
Matthew Otte
Chief of Police
Press Release
April 08, 2024
The O’Neill Police Department is in the process of moving to our new department location. For Emergencies, please dial 911. For all other matters dial 402-336-1955.
Our new location will be at 307 S 4th Street (formerly the Golden Age Center). The Police Department Office is expected to be operational at this new location on April 9th, 2024.
Matthew Otte #478
Police Chief
April 08, 2024
The O’Neill Police Department is in the process of moving to our new department location. For Emergencies, please dial 911. For all other matters dial 402-336-1955.
Our new location will be at 307 S 4th Street (formerly the Golden Age Center). The Police Department Office is expected to be operational at this new location on April 9th, 2024.
Matthew Otte #478
Police Chief
Sgt. Jensen handing out Valentines to the St. Mary's Students!
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Thank you to the First Interstate Bank employees for the doughnuts and goodie bags!
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Press Release
January 12, 2024 The O’Neill Police Department would like to remind the public to ensure they are caring for their outdoor pets properly with the extremely cold weather we are currently experiencing. Checking on your outdoor pets often, providing them with appropriate food, shelter, and water. With the cold temperatures your pet’s water will freeze quickly so consider a heated water bowl or clear the ice and refill with water throughout the day. If possible, consider bringing your pets into the house or garage during the night. Matthew Otte #478 Police Chief |
WE ARE HIRING!
The City of O’Neill is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. Applicants must be 21 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, valid Driver’s License, and no felony or serious misdemeanor convictions. Benefits include family health and dental insurance, life insurance, paid vacation/sick leave, retirement plan, furnished uniforms and equipment. Schedule includes every other weekend off. Hourly wage is $26.31 -$31.42, with paid overtime. Nebraska Law Enforcement Certification preferred, but not mandatory.
Applications may be obtained at the O’Neill Police Department, 317 South 4th Street, O’Neill, Nebraska, the City of O’Neill Office, located at 401 East Fremont Street, O’Neill, Nebraska, download on our website see below, or by calling (402) 336-1313. Please mail completed applications to O'Neill Police Department, 401 East Fremont Street, O'Neill, Nebraska 68763. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. EOE.
Download Application Here - officer_application_03_2023.pdf
The City of O’Neill is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. Applicants must be 21 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, valid Driver’s License, and no felony or serious misdemeanor convictions. Benefits include family health and dental insurance, life insurance, paid vacation/sick leave, retirement plan, furnished uniforms and equipment. Schedule includes every other weekend off. Hourly wage is $26.31 -$31.42, with paid overtime. Nebraska Law Enforcement Certification preferred, but not mandatory.
Applications may be obtained at the O’Neill Police Department, 317 South 4th Street, O’Neill, Nebraska, the City of O’Neill Office, located at 401 East Fremont Street, O’Neill, Nebraska, download on our website see below, or by calling (402) 336-1313. Please mail completed applications to O'Neill Police Department, 401 East Fremont Street, O'Neill, Nebraska 68763. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. EOE.
Download Application Here - officer_application_03_2023.pdf
THANK YOU TO ALL WHO CAME AND ENJOYED OFFICER KRYSL'S
RETIREMENT CELEBRATION!
RETIREMENT CELEBRATION!
REMINDER - RABIES CERTIFICATES DUE
December 20, 2023
Effective August 3, 2010, the O’Neill City Council amended SECTION 2-301, (repealing “Dog Licenses”) of the O’Neill Municipal Code and in accordance with City Ordinance *2-301, it is unlawful to own a dog or dogs within the city limits of O’Neill without having a current rabies certificate on file with the O’Neill Police Department.
Remember, in order to remain in compliance, we must have a copy of the current rabies vaccination for our file, no dog license (tag) is required and there is no longer a fee. Failure to submit a current rabies certificate to our office may result in a citation. If you no longer have your dog(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313. Your prompt response is greatly appreciated.
December 20, 2023
Effective August 3, 2010, the O’Neill City Council amended SECTION 2-301, (repealing “Dog Licenses”) of the O’Neill Municipal Code and in accordance with City Ordinance *2-301, it is unlawful to own a dog or dogs within the city limits of O’Neill without having a current rabies certificate on file with the O’Neill Police Department.
Remember, in order to remain in compliance, we must have a copy of the current rabies vaccination for our file, no dog license (tag) is required and there is no longer a fee. Failure to submit a current rabies certificate to our office may result in a citation. If you no longer have your dog(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313. Your prompt response is greatly appreciated.
REMINDER
2024 ATV REGISTRATION RENEWAL NOTICE
December 13, 2023 - Effective June 3, 2019, the O’Neill City Council amended SECTIONS 3-407, 3-408, 3-409, and 3-413 of the O’Neill Municipal Code for operation of All-Terrain and Utility-Type Vehicles within the O’Neill Municipal Limits; repealing prior ordinances to conflict herewith and providing for an effective date. All current ATV registrations will expire December 31, 2023, to remain in compliance, we must have a copy of the current proof of liability insurance for our file at the time of renewal. 2024 registrations and renewals may be completed beginning December 15, 2023. Please stop in at the O’Neill Police Department to renew your registration.
If you no longer have your vehicle(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313.
**The public is also reminded if you are actively using your ATV or UTV for snow removal purposes and operate them on the streets or alleys during this time, they do not need to be registered. No ATV or UTV shall be operated upon sidewalks unless engaged in snow removal. Snow removal with unregistered ATV’s or UTV’s is limited to within 72 hours after the cessation of the snowstorm.**
2024 ATV REGISTRATION RENEWAL NOTICE
December 13, 2023 - Effective June 3, 2019, the O’Neill City Council amended SECTIONS 3-407, 3-408, 3-409, and 3-413 of the O’Neill Municipal Code for operation of All-Terrain and Utility-Type Vehicles within the O’Neill Municipal Limits; repealing prior ordinances to conflict herewith and providing for an effective date. All current ATV registrations will expire December 31, 2023, to remain in compliance, we must have a copy of the current proof of liability insurance for our file at the time of renewal. 2024 registrations and renewals may be completed beginning December 15, 2023. Please stop in at the O’Neill Police Department to renew your registration.
If you no longer have your vehicle(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313.
**The public is also reminded if you are actively using your ATV or UTV for snow removal purposes and operate them on the streets or alleys during this time, they do not need to be registered. No ATV or UTV shall be operated upon sidewalks unless engaged in snow removal. Snow removal with unregistered ATV’s or UTV’s is limited to within 72 hours after the cessation of the snowstorm.**
BIDS FOR REMODELING
The O’Neill Police Department is now accepting bids for 1) a remodeling project and 2) for installation of a security system & access controlled doors at 307 South 4th Street, O’Neill, Nebraska. Information regarding the project can be obtained at the O’Neill Police Department, located at 317 South 4th Street, O’Neill, Nebraska, or at the O’Neill City Office, located at 401 East Fremont Street, O’Neill, Nebraska. All sealed bids must be submitted to the O’Neill City Office by 6:30 pm on November 6, 2023. The sealed bids will be opened and publicly read aloud at the O’Neill City Council meeting during their regular monthly meeting on November 6, 2023, at 6:30 pm. Any questions please contact Chief Matthew Otte at the O’Neill Police Department or at 402-336-1313.
The City of O’Neill reserves all right to reject any or all bids and to waive the irregularities or informalities in any bid received, and to accept any bid which is deemed most favorable to the City of O’Neill, at any time and under conditions stipulated in the instructions. Bids received after the specified time will be returned unopened.
Matthew Otte #478
Chief of Police
O’Neill Police Department
402-3336-1313
PRESS RELEASE
August 18, 2023
The O’Neill Police Department would like to remind the public to ensure they are caring for their outdoor pets properly with the hot weather we are going to be experiencing. Checking on your outdoor pets, and providing them with appropriate food, shelter, and water. With the hot temperatures your pets will require adequate shade and water.
Matthew Otte #478
Police Chief
August 18, 2023
The O’Neill Police Department would like to remind the public to ensure they are caring for their outdoor pets properly with the hot weather we are going to be experiencing. Checking on your outdoor pets, and providing them with appropriate food, shelter, and water. With the hot temperatures your pets will require adequate shade and water.
Matthew Otte #478
Police Chief
PRESS RELEASE
August 16, 2023
With the new school year getting underway, the O’Neill Police Department would like to remind drivers and pedestrians to be watchful for each other. Due to the increase in popularity of electric bicycles and electric scooters the O’Neill Police Department has received calls of concern this summer regarding near misses between motor vehicles and electric bikes or electric scooters. Those riding bicycles, electric bicycles and electric scooters must also follow the rules of the road and shall observe all traffic signs and stop at all stop signs. Operators of bicycles, electric bicycles or electric scooters should ride as near to the right-hand curb or right-hand edge of the roadway as practicable. We look forward to a safe school year.
Matthew Otte
Chief of Police
August 16, 2023
With the new school year getting underway, the O’Neill Police Department would like to remind drivers and pedestrians to be watchful for each other. Due to the increase in popularity of electric bicycles and electric scooters the O’Neill Police Department has received calls of concern this summer regarding near misses between motor vehicles and electric bikes or electric scooters. Those riding bicycles, electric bicycles and electric scooters must also follow the rules of the road and shall observe all traffic signs and stop at all stop signs. Operators of bicycles, electric bicycles or electric scooters should ride as near to the right-hand curb or right-hand edge of the roadway as practicable. We look forward to a safe school year.
Matthew Otte
Chief of Police
**** UPDATE****
The bicycle has been recovered.
PRESS RELEASE
June 14, 2023
The O’Neill Police Department, with assistance from the Holt County Sheriff’s Office and the Nebraska State Patrol executed a search warrant on June 8, 2023. A search warrant was served at the residence of 87064 494 Avenue Lot 43, O’Neill, Nebraska.
As a result of the search warrant, Marcelino Ponce Covarrubias, age 58, of O’Neill, Nebraska, was arrested without incident for Possession with Intent to Deliver Hazardous Drug, Possession of a Controlled Substance Hazardous Drug, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Ponce Covarrubias was incarcerated in the Holt County Jail.
Matthew Otte
Chief of Police
**** UPDATE****
The camper has been recovered.
PUBLIC RELEASE FROM HOLT COUNTY ATTORNEY BRENT KELLY:
May 18, 2023
Dear folks,
This week, the O’Neill Police Department and the Holt County Attorney’s Office became aware of a Facebook post regarding the care and health of Jasper, a dog in O’Neill.
We were able to make contact with the dog and his owners on Wednesday and Thursday of this week.
On Thursday, Chief Otte of the OPD and County Attorney Brent Kelly inspected the premises and visited Jasper and his owner. Chief Otte and County Attorney Kelly requested and the owner consented to a veterinary evaluation of the premises and of Jasper.
We employed an experienced local veterinarian, who we have worked with in the past on several successful large and small animal abuse investigations, removals, and criminal prosecutions. The veterinarian was able to inspect the physical location, as well as to submit Jasper, himself to an evaluation.
The findings of the veterinarian were as follows:
The owners of Jasper cooperated with the veterinarian, and informed the veterinarian and law enforcement of their previous efforts and future plans to care for Japer. A collaborative plan was developed to increase Jasper’s quality of life. The owners were cooperative in developing the plan, and had already begun some of the recommended steps prior to being contacted by law enforcement.
The plan includes:
In conclusion:
As animal lovers ourselves, we appreciate the concerns of the public following the Facebook post and of the person who drafted the post. We thank Jasper and his owner for cooperating with our investigation and allowing us to conduct a thorough investigation and veterinary evaluation. The photos and videos of Jasper dragging his hind end are truly a sad sight. That sad sight is the result of a medical condition, and not abuse.
We understand and appreciate the public’s concern and the many offers of assistance. We will pass along appropriate offers of assistance to Jasper’s owners for their consideration.
Dear folks,
This week, the O’Neill Police Department and the Holt County Attorney’s Office became aware of a Facebook post regarding the care and health of Jasper, a dog in O’Neill.
We were able to make contact with the dog and his owners on Wednesday and Thursday of this week.
On Thursday, Chief Otte of the OPD and County Attorney Brent Kelly inspected the premises and visited Jasper and his owner. Chief Otte and County Attorney Kelly requested and the owner consented to a veterinary evaluation of the premises and of Jasper.
We employed an experienced local veterinarian, who we have worked with in the past on several successful large and small animal abuse investigations, removals, and criminal prosecutions. The veterinarian was able to inspect the physical location, as well as to submit Jasper, himself to an evaluation.
The findings of the veterinarian were as follows:
- Jasper is a twelve year old corgi who presented as bright and alert.
- X-rays of Jasper confirmed that he suffers from a medical condition called “spondylosis”, specifically between his third and fourth lumbar vertebrae.
- The spondylosis is not the result of dogfighting, impact injury, abuse, or neglect.
- The spondylosis is a condition that is not uncommon for dogs of Jasper’s breed and age.
- Other than the spondylosis, Jasper is in good body condition, is not underweight, underfed, or dehydrated.
- Jasper’s teeth are in good condition, with no signs of tooth disease.
- Jasper’s coat and fur are in good condition, and are not matted or dirty. Jasper had one small sore on his leg, which was not infected.
- Euthanasia of Jasper is not medically necessary at this time.
- Jasper has been raised as an “outside dog”, and is adapted to the local climate. He would likely do better in cooler temperatures than warmer ones.
- The legal standard of care for Jasper is being met by his owners at the current time.
The owners of Jasper cooperated with the veterinarian, and informed the veterinarian and law enforcement of their previous efforts and future plans to care for Japer. A collaborative plan was developed to increase Jasper’s quality of life. The owners were cooperative in developing the plan, and had already begun some of the recommended steps prior to being contacted by law enforcement.
The plan includes:
- Addressing Jasper’s shelter. His spondylosis prevented him from accessing his two other shelters, which was the reason the owner’s changed them out.
- The owners have begun working with Jasper using a wheelchair for his hind legs. They received advice regarding using this device as a physical therapy from the veterinarian.
- The owners were planning on constructing a pen for Jasper, so he doesn’t have to drag his chain. The veterinarian concurred with this idea.
- The veterinarian suggested trying steroid injections for Jasper, and the owners agreed to try that.
In conclusion:
As animal lovers ourselves, we appreciate the concerns of the public following the Facebook post and of the person who drafted the post. We thank Jasper and his owner for cooperating with our investigation and allowing us to conduct a thorough investigation and veterinary evaluation. The photos and videos of Jasper dragging his hind end are truly a sad sight. That sad sight is the result of a medical condition, and not abuse.
We understand and appreciate the public’s concern and the many offers of assistance. We will pass along appropriate offers of assistance to Jasper’s owners for their consideration.
PEACE OFFICER MEMORIAL DAY MAY 15, 2023
It is time to do some spring cleaning of yards. The City of O’Neill Police Department is going to begin enforcing the nuisance abatement procedure and abandoned vehicle code under Section 2-601—Section 2-702 and Section 3-201-Section 3-205 of the City of O’Neill Revised Municipal Code. If your property needs some cleaning up, please be proactive and get these issues addressed prior to having an officer meet with you.
If a property has any of the following issues, it needs to be taken care of in a timely manner: refuse, trash, garbage, scrap lumber or building materials, scrap metal, abandoned or broken appliances, junk motor vehicles, vehicle parts, tires, oil drums or tanks, inoperative yard equipment, or yard waste such as weeds, trees and branches.
Additional information is available on the City of O’Neill website :
http://www.cityofoneillnebraska.com/municipal-codes.html
If a property is found to meet the nuisance definition, an officer will be meeting with the resident to inform them of the issues and set up a date to have the cleanup completed. The goal of the City of O’Neill is to promote a clean and welcoming community and not have to issue citations for non-compliance.
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AVAILABLE TO RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF O’NEILL
2 PER MONTH -95 GALLON YARD WASTE CONTAINERS $10.25/Month - Pickup available
2 FREE PASSES FOR REGULAR BOX PICKUP LOADS PER RESIDENT EACH SEASON
CONTACT THE CITY OFFICES FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (402)336-1355
If a property has any of the following issues, it needs to be taken care of in a timely manner: refuse, trash, garbage, scrap lumber or building materials, scrap metal, abandoned or broken appliances, junk motor vehicles, vehicle parts, tires, oil drums or tanks, inoperative yard equipment, or yard waste such as weeds, trees and branches.
Additional information is available on the City of O’Neill website :
http://www.cityofoneillnebraska.com/municipal-codes.html
If a property is found to meet the nuisance definition, an officer will be meeting with the resident to inform them of the issues and set up a date to have the cleanup completed. The goal of the City of O’Neill is to promote a clean and welcoming community and not have to issue citations for non-compliance.
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AVAILABLE TO RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF O’NEILL
2 PER MONTH -95 GALLON YARD WASTE CONTAINERS $10.25/Month - Pickup available
2 FREE PASSES FOR REGULAR BOX PICKUP LOADS PER RESIDENT EACH SEASON
CONTACT THE CITY OFFICES FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (402)336-1355
WE ARE HIRING!
The City of O’Neill is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. Applicants must be 21 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, valid Driver’s License, and no felony or serious misdemeanor convictions. Benefits include family health and dental insurance, life insurance, paid vacation/sick leave, retirement plan, furnished uniforms and equipment. Schedule includes every other weekend off. Hourly wage is $25.54 -$34.22, with paid overtime. Nebraska Law Enforcement Certification preferred, but not mandatory.
Applications may be obtained at the O’Neill Police Department, 317 South 4th Street, O’Neill, Nebraska, the City of O’Neill Office, located at 401 East Fremont Street, O’Neill, Nebraska, download on our website see below, or by calling (402) 336-1313. Please mail completed applications to O'Neill Police Department, 401 East Fremont Street, O'Neill, Nebraska 68763. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. EOE.
Applications may be obtained at the O’Neill Police Department, 317 South 4th Street, O’Neill, Nebraska, the City of O’Neill Office, located at 401 East Fremont Street, O’Neill, Nebraska, download on our website see below, or by calling (402) 336-1313. Please mail completed applications to O'Neill Police Department, 401 East Fremont Street, O'Neill, Nebraska 68763. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. EOE.
Download Application Here - officer_application_03_2023.pdf
March 13, 2023
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PRESS RELEASE
March 13, 2023 The O’Neill Police Department, with assistance from the Holt County Sheriff’s Office, Nebraska State Patrol and Nebraska Game and Parks executed two search warrants on March 7, 2023. A search warrant was served at the residence of 708 East Hynes Avenue, O’Neill, Nebraska and the second search warrant was served at 340 2nd Street, Inman, Nebraska. As a result of the search warrants, Marquis Bull, age 38, of Inman, Nebraska, was arrested without incident for Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver Near a Playground, Possession with Intent to Deliver an Imitation Controlled Substance, Possession of Deadly Weapon by a Prohibited Person, Possession of Marijuana less than One Ounce, and Driving Under Suspension. Bull was incarcerated in the Holt County Jail. Jessica Hagemann, age 28, of O’Neill, Nebraska, was released and will have charges pending. Matthew Otte Chief of Police |
PRESS RELEASE
January 10, 2023
The O’Neill Police Department would like to remind businesses and residents of their responsibilities to clear their sidewalks of snow, sleet, ice, mud or other substance within the corporate limits as defined in City Ordinance 5-202.
All sidewalks within the business district shall be cleaned within 5 hours after the cessation of a storm or unless the storm or fall of snow shall have taken place during the night, in which case the sidewalk shall be cleaned before 10:00 A.M. the following day. Sidewalks in the residential areas of the City shall be cleaned within 24 hours after the cessation of the storm.
The O’Neill Police Department has received multiple calls concerning this matter and we appreciate everyone’s cooperation.
Matthew Otte
Chief of Police
January 10, 2023
The O’Neill Police Department would like to remind businesses and residents of their responsibilities to clear their sidewalks of snow, sleet, ice, mud or other substance within the corporate limits as defined in City Ordinance 5-202.
All sidewalks within the business district shall be cleaned within 5 hours after the cessation of a storm or unless the storm or fall of snow shall have taken place during the night, in which case the sidewalk shall be cleaned before 10:00 A.M. the following day. Sidewalks in the residential areas of the City shall be cleaned within 24 hours after the cessation of the storm.
The O’Neill Police Department has received multiple calls concerning this matter and we appreciate everyone’s cooperation.
Matthew Otte
Chief of Police
12-21-2022
Press Release
The O’Neill Police Department would like to remind the public as they are caring for their outdoor pets to properly address the extremely cold weather we are currently experiencing. Checking on your outdoor pets often, providing them with appropriate food, shelter, and water. With the cold temperatures your pet’s water will freeze quickly so consider a heated water bowl or clear the ice and refill with water throughout the day. If possible, consider bringing your pets into the house or garage during the night.
Matthew Otte #478
Police Chief
Press Release
The O’Neill Police Department would like to remind the public as they are caring for their outdoor pets to properly address the extremely cold weather we are currently experiencing. Checking on your outdoor pets often, providing them with appropriate food, shelter, and water. With the cold temperatures your pet’s water will freeze quickly so consider a heated water bowl or clear the ice and refill with water throughout the day. If possible, consider bringing your pets into the house or garage during the night.
Matthew Otte #478
Police Chief
REMINDER
2023 ATV REGISTRATION RENEWAL NOTICE
December 1, 2022 - Effective June 3, 2019, the O’Neill City Council amended SECTIONS 3-407, 3-408, 3-409, and 3-413 of the O’Neill Municipal Code for operation of All-Terrain and Utility-Type Vehicles within the O’Neill Municipal Limits; repealing prior ordinances to conflict herewith and providing for an effective date. All current ATV registrations will expire December 31, 2022, to remain in compliance, we must have a copy of the current proof of liability insurance for our file at the time of renewal. 2023 registrations and renewals may be completed beginning December 15, 2022. Please stop in at the O’Neill Police Department to renew your registration.
If you no longer have your vehicle(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313.
**The public is also reminded if you are actively using your ATV or UTV for snow removal purposes and operate them on the streets or alleys during this time, they do not need to be registered. No ATV or UTV shall be operated upon sidewalks unless engaged in snow removal. Snow removal with unregistered ATV’s or UTV’s is limited to within 72 hours after the cessation of the snowstorm.**
2023 ATV REGISTRATION RENEWAL NOTICE
December 1, 2022 - Effective June 3, 2019, the O’Neill City Council amended SECTIONS 3-407, 3-408, 3-409, and 3-413 of the O’Neill Municipal Code for operation of All-Terrain and Utility-Type Vehicles within the O’Neill Municipal Limits; repealing prior ordinances to conflict herewith and providing for an effective date. All current ATV registrations will expire December 31, 2022, to remain in compliance, we must have a copy of the current proof of liability insurance for our file at the time of renewal. 2023 registrations and renewals may be completed beginning December 15, 2022. Please stop in at the O’Neill Police Department to renew your registration.
If you no longer have your vehicle(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313.
**The public is also reminded if you are actively using your ATV or UTV for snow removal purposes and operate them on the streets or alleys during this time, they do not need to be registered. No ATV or UTV shall be operated upon sidewalks unless engaged in snow removal. Snow removal with unregistered ATV’s or UTV’s is limited to within 72 hours after the cessation of the snowstorm.**
Thank to Iowa Select Farms Jeff & Deb Hansen Foundation for the thoughtful children's comfort kits!
Please visit Henry's Heroes at https://www.iowaselect.com/foundation/henrys-heroes/
Article courtesy of the American Kennel Club
What is a Puppy Scam? Puppy scammers post fake litters online or pretend to be someone they’re not (usually an existing breeder) to take advantage of puppy sales (sans the puppies.) This means that if you aren’t careful, you could find the perfect puppy, send the ‘breeder’ your money, and never receive a puppy or any follow-up communication in return. While many times these fake listings appear on websites like Craigslist, some scammers find ways to position themselves as reputable breeders by stealing personal info from them. Luckily, it’s easy to know what to look for to ensure your puppy buying experience is both safe and enjoyable. What are the Red Flags?
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August 1, 2022
The O'Neill Police Department has received several calls over the last few weeks asking about puppies for sale in O'Neill, Nebraska. The posts state the seller "MICHEAL SHELTIE" works at the O'Neill Police Department and has different breeds of puppies for sale at various prices. THIS IS A SCAM!! Please use the upmost caution if purchasing a new puppy. The article WHAT IS A PUPPY SCAM? courtesy of the American Kennel Club gives several things to look for and to avoid. Contact the O'Neill Police Department if you have any questions. Phone (402)336-1313 or email [email protected] How Many People
Have Been Affected by Puppy Scams? According to BBB data, nearly 10,000 scam reports and complaints have come in during the last three years about “businesses” selling puppies and dogs. The FTC estimates that only about 10 percent of victims report these crimes, so this number could be much higher. Sixty percent of these reports indicated the consumers never received the pets they purchased, and others received pets that had health or genetic problems and did not receive documentation for their pet. “Scammers love to try to take advantage of people when they are in high emotion situations,” said Steve Bernas, president and CEO of BBB serving Chicago and Northern Illinois. “The excitement of buying a new pet can cloud good judgement, and victims can be hurt financially and emotionally when they realize they have lost their money, and hopes for a new pet.” |
Animal Impound Fee Increases
July 11, 2022 - The O'Neill City Council approved an increase in animal impound fees effective immediately. The fee if your dog is impounded will be $160.00 payable at the O'Neill Police Department prior to pickup of your pet.
Press Release
June 17, 2022
The O’Neill Police Department is investigating several vehicle break-ins which have occurred recently in O’Neill. It appears the majority of the break-ins were from unlocked cars and several items were stolen from inside.
We are asking that everyone please remove your property, valuables, etc. from your vehicle, thieves like to window shop so avoid leaving anything visible in the car.
A majority of car break-ins and thefts are from unlocked cars. Even if you are parked in front of your house, in your driveway or inside your garage, lock your doors. Criminals like to walk down the street and see if a car is unlocked, if it is they open the door and take whatever is visible and move on to the next target. However, if the door is locked, they are more likely to move on.
If anyone has any information regarding these incidents, please contact the O’Neill Police Department at 402-336-1313 or e-mail [email protected].
Sergeant Robert Jensen #4781
O’Neill Police Department
June 17, 2022
The O’Neill Police Department is investigating several vehicle break-ins which have occurred recently in O’Neill. It appears the majority of the break-ins were from unlocked cars and several items were stolen from inside.
We are asking that everyone please remove your property, valuables, etc. from your vehicle, thieves like to window shop so avoid leaving anything visible in the car.
A majority of car break-ins and thefts are from unlocked cars. Even if you are parked in front of your house, in your driveway or inside your garage, lock your doors. Criminals like to walk down the street and see if a car is unlocked, if it is they open the door and take whatever is visible and move on to the next target. However, if the door is locked, they are more likely to move on.
If anyone has any information regarding these incidents, please contact the O’Neill Police Department at 402-336-1313 or e-mail [email protected].
Sergeant Robert Jensen #4781
O’Neill Police Department
2022 CLICK IT OR TICKET CAMPAIGN
June 8, 2022
[O’Neill, Nebraska]
The O’Neill Police Department helped to raise awareness about seat belt safety to area residents during its annual Click It or Ticket high-visibility seat belt enforcement campaign, held May 23 through June 5. The campaign, which coincided with the Memorial Day holiday, was twofold: to combine increased enforcement and a zero-tolerance policy, with effective communication to road users on the importance of seat belt use. On May 23, the campaign commenced with Border to Border, a one-day, 4-hour national seat belt awareness event coordinated by participating state highway safety offices and their respective law enforcement liaisons.
This year’s Click It or Ticket campaign was a real success. We believe we helped keep community members safe and reminded drivers of the importance of buckling up. Issuing tickets was not our goal, but it was a way to remind people of the importance of such a simple action.
During this year’s campaign, NHTSA urged law enforcement nationwide to issue seat belt citations to anyone caught in violation of the law — during the day, and especially at night, when 55% of those killed are unrestrained.
According to the 2021 Nebraska Seat Belt Use Survey report, Nebraska’s overall seat belt use rate for 2021 was 81.2%. The Click It or Ticket campaign is focusing on the remaining 18.8% who still don’t buckle up. Thousands of lives could be saved each year if every person was properly restrained on the road.
For more information on the Click It or Ticket mobilization, please visit www.nhtsa.gov/ciot.
[O’Neill, Nebraska]
The O’Neill Police Department helped to raise awareness about seat belt safety to area residents during its annual Click It or Ticket high-visibility seat belt enforcement campaign, held May 23 through June 5. The campaign, which coincided with the Memorial Day holiday, was twofold: to combine increased enforcement and a zero-tolerance policy, with effective communication to road users on the importance of seat belt use. On May 23, the campaign commenced with Border to Border, a one-day, 4-hour national seat belt awareness event coordinated by participating state highway safety offices and their respective law enforcement liaisons.
This year’s Click It or Ticket campaign was a real success. We believe we helped keep community members safe and reminded drivers of the importance of buckling up. Issuing tickets was not our goal, but it was a way to remind people of the importance of such a simple action.
During this year’s campaign, NHTSA urged law enforcement nationwide to issue seat belt citations to anyone caught in violation of the law — during the day, and especially at night, when 55% of those killed are unrestrained.
According to the 2021 Nebraska Seat Belt Use Survey report, Nebraska’s overall seat belt use rate for 2021 was 81.2%. The Click It or Ticket campaign is focusing on the remaining 18.8% who still don’t buckle up. Thousands of lives could be saved each year if every person was properly restrained on the road.
For more information on the Click It or Ticket mobilization, please visit www.nhtsa.gov/ciot.
O’NEILL POLICE DEPARTMENT
2022 CLICK IT OR TICKET CAMPAIGN BORDER TO BORDER FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 05-11-2022 CONTACT: Chief Matthew Otte Click It Or Ticket Campaign Starts May 23 With A Border To Border Kickoff Event O’Neill, Nebraska — During this year’s national Click It or Ticket seat belt campaign, which will take place May 23 through June 5, 2022, the O’Neill Police Department will be teaming up with law enforcement nationwide for a Border to Border (B2B) kickoff event. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is asking all states to participate in B2B, a one-day, 4-hour national seat belt awareness event on May 23 to increase law enforcement participation by coordinating highly visible seat belt enforcement for drivers at state border checkpoints. According to NHTSA, in 2019, there were 9,466 unbuckled passenger vehicle occupants killed in crashes in the United States. In that same year, 55% of passenger vehicle occupants killed at night (6 p.m.–5:59 a.m.) were not wearing their seat belts. That’s why one focus of the Click It or Ticket campaign and the B2B kickoff event is nighttime enforcement. Participating law enforcement agencies will be taking a no-excuses approach to seat belt law enforcement, writing citations both day and night. In Nebraska, the penalty for a seat belt violation is $25.00 and you increase your chance of a fatal injury by 45%! The Click It or Ticket campaign is important because it raises awareness about seat belt safety during a time when seat belt use is decreased. With an increased number of cars flooding the roads due to the upcoming Memorial Day holiday, it’s imperative we get the word out about the importance of seat belt safety. “In 2021, Nebraska lost 135 community members because they did not buckle their seat belts,” said Bill Kovarik, NDOT Highway Safety Administrator. Over twice as many males were killed in crashes as compared to females, with lower belt use rates, too. For more information on the Click It or Ticket mobilization, please visit NHTSA.gov/ciot |
It is time to do some spring cleaning of yards. The City of O’Neill Police Department is going to begin enforcing the nuisance abatement procedure and abandoned vehicle code under Section 2-601—Section 2-702 and Section 3-201-Section 3-205 of the City of O’Neill Revised Municipal Code. If your property needs some cleaning up, please be proactive and get these issues addressed prior to having an officer meet with you.
If a property has any of the following issues, it needs to be taken care of in a timely manner: refuse, trash, garbage, scrap lumber or building materials, scrap metal, abandoned or broken appliances, junk motor vehicles, vehicle parts, tires, oil drums or tanks, inoperative yard equipment, or yard waste such as weeds, trees and branches.
Additional information is available on the City of O’Neill website :
http://www.cityofoneillnebraska.com/municipal-codes.html
If a property is found to meet the nuisance definition, an officer will be meeting with the resident to inform them of the issues and set up a date to have the cleanup completed. The goal of the City of O’Neill is to promote a clean and welcoming community and not have to issue citations for non-compliance.
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AVAILABLE TO RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF O’NEILL
2 PER MONTH -95 GALLON YARD WASTE CONTAINERS $10.25/Month - Pickup available
2 FREE PASSES FOR REGULAR BOX PICKUP LOADS PER RESIDENT EACH SEASON
CONTACT THE CITY OFFICES FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (402)336-1355
If a property has any of the following issues, it needs to be taken care of in a timely manner: refuse, trash, garbage, scrap lumber or building materials, scrap metal, abandoned or broken appliances, junk motor vehicles, vehicle parts, tires, oil drums or tanks, inoperative yard equipment, or yard waste such as weeds, trees and branches.
Additional information is available on the City of O’Neill website :
http://www.cityofoneillnebraska.com/municipal-codes.html
If a property is found to meet the nuisance definition, an officer will be meeting with the resident to inform them of the issues and set up a date to have the cleanup completed. The goal of the City of O’Neill is to promote a clean and welcoming community and not have to issue citations for non-compliance.
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AVAILABLE TO RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF O’NEILL
2 PER MONTH -95 GALLON YARD WASTE CONTAINERS $10.25/Month - Pickup available
2 FREE PASSES FOR REGULAR BOX PICKUP LOADS PER RESIDENT EACH SEASON
CONTACT THE CITY OFFICES FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (402)336-1355
ACCESS TO O’NEILL POLICE DEPARTMENT
MOVED TO REAR OF BUILDING April 4, 2022 Beginning Monday April 4, 2022, due to construction on South 4th Street, front door access to the O’Neill Police Department will not be available until further notice. Please call (402)336-1313 and someone will meet you at the walk-in door located at the rear of the building. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. Thank you, Sgt. Robert Jensen O’Neill Police Department |
COFFEE WITH A COP IN O’NEILL HELD MARCH 8, 2022
(Article and captioned photos courtesy of KBRX Radio)
Saturday, March 5, 2022 the O’Neill Police Department hosted “Coffee With A Cop” at Douglas Street Coffee and The HandleBend building in downtown O’Neill. A nice crowd of visitors came and enjoyed coffee and donuts while visiting with members of the O’Neill Police Department. Chief Matt Otte and Officers Colin Hyatt, Rob Jensen and Kip Krysl enjoyed visiting with young and old alike.
Officer Kip Krysl with some young visitors.
REMINDER - RABIES CERTIFICATES DUE January 3, 2022 Effective August 3, 2010, the O’Neill City Council amended SECTION 2-301, (repealing “Dog Licenses”) of the O’Neill Municipal Code and in accordance with City Ordinance *2-301, it is unlawful to own a dog or dogs within the city limits of O’Neill without having a current rabies certificate on file with the O’Neill Police Department. Our records indicate you own a dog(s). If you still have your dog(s), please bring in a current rabies certificate for each dog in your possession. Remember, in order to remain in compliance, we must have a copy of the current rabies vaccination for our file, no dog license (tag) is required and there is no longer a fee. Failure to submit a current rabies certificate to our office may result in a citation. If you no longer have your dog(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313. Your prompt response is greatly appreciated. |
2022 ATV REGISTRATION RENEWAL NOTICE
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CONGRATULATIONS OFFICER PAUL CHILDERS NLETC 208th BASIC GRADUATION |
ITS SPRING CLEANUP TIME!
PRESS RELEASE
April 22, 2021
The O’Neill Police Department has begun contacting the tenants or owners of properties within the city limits of O’Neill, Nebraska which meet the definition of a nuisance property as defined by City of O’Neill Ordinance Chapter 2, Article 6, Sections 2-601 and 2-602. Police Officers will also contact the tenants or property owners of properties who allow any unlicensed, partially dismantled, non-operating, wrecked, junked or discarded vehicles to remain on such property. The definition of abandoned vehicle is located in City of O’Neill Ordinance Chapter 3, Article 2, Section 3-201. Tenants and/or property owners will be given 10 days to correct the nuisance or abandoned vehicle matter before being issued a citation for the violation. The O’Neill Police Department encourages property owners and tenants to maintain their property in a neat and orderly fashion. The O’Neill Police Department would like to thank the public for their cooperation and do not hesitate to contact us if you have questions.
Matthew Otte #478
Chief of Police
April 22, 2021
The O’Neill Police Department has begun contacting the tenants or owners of properties within the city limits of O’Neill, Nebraska which meet the definition of a nuisance property as defined by City of O’Neill Ordinance Chapter 2, Article 6, Sections 2-601 and 2-602. Police Officers will also contact the tenants or property owners of properties who allow any unlicensed, partially dismantled, non-operating, wrecked, junked or discarded vehicles to remain on such property. The definition of abandoned vehicle is located in City of O’Neill Ordinance Chapter 3, Article 2, Section 3-201. Tenants and/or property owners will be given 10 days to correct the nuisance or abandoned vehicle matter before being issued a citation for the violation. The O’Neill Police Department encourages property owners and tenants to maintain their property in a neat and orderly fashion. The O’Neill Police Department would like to thank the public for their cooperation and do not hesitate to contact us if you have questions.
Matthew Otte #478
Chief of Police
PRESS RELEASE
February 11, 2021 - The O’Neill Police Department would like to remind the public to ensure they are caring for their outdoor pets properly with the extremely cold weather we are currently experiencing. Checking on your outdoor pets often, providing them with appropriate food, shelter, and water. With the cold temperatures your pet’s water will freeze quickly so consider a heated water bowl or clear the ice and refill with water throughout the day. If possible, consider bringing your pets into the house or garage during the night.
Matthew Otte #478
Police Chief
RABIES CERTIFICATES NEED TO BE ON FILE WITH THE
O'NEILL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Effective August 3, 2010, the O’Neill City Council amended SECTION 2-301, (repealing “Dog Licenses”) of the O’Neill Municipal Code and in accordance with City Ordinance *2-301, it is unlawful to own a dog or dogs within the city limits of O’Neill without having a current rabies certificate on file with the O’Neill Police Department. Our records indicate you own a dog(s). If you still have your dog(s), please bring in a current rabies certificate for each dog in your possession.
Remember, in order to remain in compliance, we must have a copy of the current rabies vaccination for our file, no dog license (tag) is required and there is no longer a fee. Failure to submit a current rabies certificate to our office may result in a citation. If you no longer have your dog(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313. Your prompt response is greatly appreciated.
January 4, 2021
SPECIFIC DOG BREED REGISTRATION
Effective December 5, 2016 the O’Neill City Council passed and approved Ordinance No. 1364 of the City of O'Neill Municipal Code, establishing regulations for registration and registration fees, spaying/neutering, micro-chipping and jurisdiction of specific breeds of dogs, including those currently residing within the City of O'Neill. Registration information is available at the O'Neill Police Department, 317 South 4th Street, O'Neill, Nebraska.
Includes Pit Bull Breeds as follows:
1. American Pit Bull Terrier;
2. Staffordshire Bull Terrier and American Staffordshire Bull Terrier (unless exempted as a registered show dog);
3. American Bull Dog;
4. Any dog whose sire or dam is a dog of a breed which is defined as a restricted breed of dog in this definition;
5. Any dog whose owner registers, defines, admits or otherwise identifies the dog as being of a restricted breed;
6. Any dog conforming or substantially conforming to the breed of American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, or American Bull Dog as defined by the United Kennel Club or American Kennel Club;
7. Any dog which is of the breed commonly referred to as Pit Bull and commonly recognized and identifiable as such.
If a dispute exists as to whether a dog is of the Pit Bull breed as set forth herein, the City shall employ a Nebraska-licensed veterinarian to examine the animal or pictures of the animal to determine whether such a dog is one of the Pit Pull breed or has the primary characteristics of the breed. Such determination shall be final on both the City and the person owning or harboring the dog.
Failure to complete the registration process may result in a citation. If you no longer have your dog(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313. Your prompt response is greatly appreciated.
SPECIFIC DOG BREED REGISTRATION
Effective December 5, 2016 the O’Neill City Council passed and approved Ordinance No. 1364 of the City of O'Neill Municipal Code, establishing regulations for registration and registration fees, spaying/neutering, micro-chipping and jurisdiction of specific breeds of dogs, including those currently residing within the City of O'Neill. Registration information is available at the O'Neill Police Department, 317 South 4th Street, O'Neill, Nebraska.
Includes Pit Bull Breeds as follows:
1. American Pit Bull Terrier;
2. Staffordshire Bull Terrier and American Staffordshire Bull Terrier (unless exempted as a registered show dog);
3. American Bull Dog;
4. Any dog whose sire or dam is a dog of a breed which is defined as a restricted breed of dog in this definition;
5. Any dog whose owner registers, defines, admits or otherwise identifies the dog as being of a restricted breed;
6. Any dog conforming or substantially conforming to the breed of American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, or American Bull Dog as defined by the United Kennel Club or American Kennel Club;
7. Any dog which is of the breed commonly referred to as Pit Bull and commonly recognized and identifiable as such.
If a dispute exists as to whether a dog is of the Pit Bull breed as set forth herein, the City shall employ a Nebraska-licensed veterinarian to examine the animal or pictures of the animal to determine whether such a dog is one of the Pit Pull breed or has the primary characteristics of the breed. Such determination shall be final on both the City and the person owning or harboring the dog.
Failure to complete the registration process may result in a citation. If you no longer have your dog(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313. Your prompt response is greatly appreciated.
RE MINDER
ATV REGISTRATION RENEWAL NOTICE
December 10, 2020
Effective June 3, 2019, the O’Neill City Council amended SECTIONS 3-407, 3-408, 3-409, and 3-413 of the O’Neill Municipal Code for operation of All-Terrain and Utility-Type Vehicles within the O’Neill Municipal Limits; repealing prior ordinances to conflict herewith and providing for an effective date.
All current ATV registrations will expire December 31, 2020, to remain in compliance, we must have a copy of the current proof of liability insurance for our file at the time of renewal. 2021 registrations and renewals may be completed beginning December 15, 2020. Please stop in at the O’Neill Police Department to renew your registration. If you no longer have your vehicle(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313.
**The public is also reminded if you are actively using your ATV or UTV for snow removal purposes and operate them on the streets or alleys during this time, they do not need to be registered. No ATV or UTV shall be operated upon sidewalks unless engaged in snow removal. Snow removal with unregistered ATV’s or UTV’s is limited to within 72 hours after the cessation of the snowstorm.**
ATV REGISTRATION RENEWAL NOTICE
December 10, 2020
Effective June 3, 2019, the O’Neill City Council amended SECTIONS 3-407, 3-408, 3-409, and 3-413 of the O’Neill Municipal Code for operation of All-Terrain and Utility-Type Vehicles within the O’Neill Municipal Limits; repealing prior ordinances to conflict herewith and providing for an effective date.
All current ATV registrations will expire December 31, 2020, to remain in compliance, we must have a copy of the current proof of liability insurance for our file at the time of renewal. 2021 registrations and renewals may be completed beginning December 15, 2020. Please stop in at the O’Neill Police Department to renew your registration. If you no longer have your vehicle(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313.
**The public is also reminded if you are actively using your ATV or UTV for snow removal purposes and operate them on the streets or alleys during this time, they do not need to be registered. No ATV or UTV shall be operated upon sidewalks unless engaged in snow removal. Snow removal with unregistered ATV’s or UTV’s is limited to within 72 hours after the cessation of the snowstorm.**
September 17, 2020
PRESS RELEASE
September 17, 2020
The O’Neill Police Department is investigating an incident from Wednesday, Sept 16, 2020 at approximately 6:00 p.m. when a St. Mary’s Elementary student was contacted by an male driver who asked the student to get into the vehicle with him. The vehicle was described as a white SUV with a non 36 county license plate on it. The student returned to the school, the student did the correct thing by going back into the school.
If anyone has any information regarding this incident, please contact the O’Neill Police Department at 402-336-1313 or e-mail [email protected].
Chief Matthew Otte
O’Neill Police Department
DRIVE SOBER OR GET PULLED OVER CAMPAIGN
AUGUST 19 – SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
AUGUST 19 – SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
THANKS TO ALL WHO CAME AND ENJOYED OFFICER HAMILTON'S
RETIREMENT CELEBRATION!
RETIREMENT CELEBRATION!
PRESS RELEASE
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MESSAGE FROM THE CITY OF O'NEILL
April 2, 2019 – During this unprecedented time of COVID-19, the City of O’Neill continues to take measures to slow the spread of the virus. Per recommendation by the Governor and due to our Directed Health Measures, effective immediately all city parks and recreational facilities will be closed until further notice. The Carney Park Campground will remain opened for workforce housing purposes. Playgrounds, benches and all outdoor equipment is to be completely avoided. The City of O’Neill does not have the resources to guarantee proper sanitation throughout the day at all of our facilities and we are working to keep our community safe.
We understand the importance of maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle, we ask that everyone do so responsibly. If you are walking or biking on a trail or even in town, please adhere to the CDC’s guidelines:
Observe the social distance of the recommended 6ft. from others.
Stay within the 10 person limit gatherings.
If exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 please stay home.
Thank you for your cooperation and compliance.
Mayor Scott Menish
We understand the importance of maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle, we ask that everyone do so responsibly. If you are walking or biking on a trail or even in town, please adhere to the CDC’s guidelines:
Observe the social distance of the recommended 6ft. from others.
Stay within the 10 person limit gatherings.
If exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 please stay home.
Thank you for your cooperation and compliance.
Mayor Scott Menish
CELEBRATING OFFICER DARRELL HAMILTON'S LAST DAY TODAY WITH THROWBACK TUESDAY
CONGRATULATIONS AND ENJOY YOUR RETIREMENT!
News Release (COVID-19)
March 20, 2020 Effective Monday March 23 through April 3, 2020 As we join in the community-wide effort to curtail the potential spread of COVID-19, City facilities will operate according to the following: Closed facilities:
You may still call closed facilities during regular business hours to speak with available staff. Controlled Access Facilities:
Each controlled access facility has a sign at the door. Visitors must call the phone number on the sign and be pre-screened prior to entry. These may be subject to change. We ask for your patience and understanding during this time. |
MARCH 19, 2020
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Lunch With A Cop
February 14, 2020
Today I had a great time with Robert Shoemaker, a third grader at St. Mary’s Elementary School. Robert was very excited about having lunch with a cop. Robert chose to eat at Dairy Queen, so that’s where Robert and Robert had lunch. We talked about lots of stuff. Robert enjoys the rodeo and would like to participate in the rodeo when he gets older.
Robert’s favorite subject in school is math. Robert enjoys playing sports, especially baseball, basketball, and his favorite sport to participate in is wrestling. Robert enjoys spending time in the outdoors, doing camping, fishing, and hunting. Robert is looking forward to his first year in Holt County 4-H Shooting Sports. Robert plans to participate in BB Gun and Archery. Robert enjoys shooting his bow.
Robert informed me his birthday was last Sunday, February 9th, and he turned nine on the ninth. Robert enjoyed his cheeseburger and onion rings for lunch. Robert was happy he got to eat all his onion rings without his mom stealing some from him. I had a little time to show Robert everything on my uniform and inside my patrol vehicle. We had a great time together at lunch. Thank you to Dairy Queen for the friendly service!
Sergeant Robert Jensen
O’Neill Police Department
Today I had a great time with Robert Shoemaker, a third grader at St. Mary’s Elementary School. Robert was very excited about having lunch with a cop. Robert chose to eat at Dairy Queen, so that’s where Robert and Robert had lunch. We talked about lots of stuff. Robert enjoys the rodeo and would like to participate in the rodeo when he gets older.
Robert’s favorite subject in school is math. Robert enjoys playing sports, especially baseball, basketball, and his favorite sport to participate in is wrestling. Robert enjoys spending time in the outdoors, doing camping, fishing, and hunting. Robert is looking forward to his first year in Holt County 4-H Shooting Sports. Robert plans to participate in BB Gun and Archery. Robert enjoys shooting his bow.
Robert informed me his birthday was last Sunday, February 9th, and he turned nine on the ninth. Robert enjoyed his cheeseburger and onion rings for lunch. Robert was happy he got to eat all his onion rings without his mom stealing some from him. I had a little time to show Robert everything on my uniform and inside my patrol vehicle. We had a great time together at lunch. Thank you to Dairy Queen for the friendly service!
Sergeant Robert Jensen
O’Neill Police Department
Lunch With A Cop
January 17, 2020 Today I had lunch with Keigan, a fourth grader at St. Mary’s. Keigan chose to eat at Subway. We talked about all kinds of stuff. Everything from the best bait to use to catch catfish, to how to come up with a good name for a class pet (Lamar the hamster). I learned that Keigan is pretty athletic and likes to wrestle, play football, baseball and soccer. One time playing football he scored a 59 yard touchdown! Keigan said his favorite subject in school is PE but he also likes to read. He said his favorite book so far has been Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. When not playing sports or reading Keigan enjoys camping and fishing with his family. While neither of us got a snow day today, we still had a good time and had some great food. Thanks for having lunch with me Keigan! Special thanks to Subway for the meal and friendly service! Officer Ben Hartmann O’Neill Police Department |
Lunch With A Cop
January 14, 2020 Today I had lunch with Fynn, a first grader at O’Neill Elementary School. Fynn was very inquisitive about my police vehicle and asked all kinds of questions. Fynn said he wanted to go to Dairy Queen and I thought sounded like a great idea. I learned that Fynn’s favorite subject in school is Math or PE. I agreed with the PE part but DEFINITELY not math. One thing we have in common is that we both have a pet Labrador at home. Fynn said his dog Chance is a very good dog that stays close to home and I told him that my dog Maggie was the same way. Fynn said when he’s not in school he enjoys playing soccer with his older brother. Fynn said he’s not sure what he wants to be when he grows up but is thinking of moving to LA or Florida. Can’t argue with that logic this time of year. Thanks for having lunch with me Fynn! Officer Ben Hartmann O’Neill Police Department |
PACK 245 WOLF DEN SCOUTS VISIT O'NEILL POLICE DEPARTMENT
January 6, 2020
REMINDER:
RABIES CERTIFICATES NEED TO BE ON FILE WITH THE
O'NEILL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Effective August 3, 2010, the O’Neill City Council amended SECTION 2-301, (repealing “Dog Licenses”) of the O’Neill Municipal Code and in accordance with City Ordinance *2-301, it is unlawful to own a dog or dogs within the city limits of O’Neill without having a current rabies certificate on file with the O’Neill Police Department. Our records indicate you own a dog(s). If you still have your dog(s), please bring in a current rabies certificate for each dog in your possession.
Remember, in order to remain in compliance, we must have a copy of the current rabies vaccination for our file, no dog license (tag) is required and there is no longer a fee. Failure to submit a current rabies certificate to our office may result in a citation. If you no longer have your dog(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313. Your prompt response is greatly appreciated.
REMINDER:
RABIES CERTIFICATES NEED TO BE ON FILE WITH THE
O'NEILL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Effective August 3, 2010, the O’Neill City Council amended SECTION 2-301, (repealing “Dog Licenses”) of the O’Neill Municipal Code and in accordance with City Ordinance *2-301, it is unlawful to own a dog or dogs within the city limits of O’Neill without having a current rabies certificate on file with the O’Neill Police Department. Our records indicate you own a dog(s). If you still have your dog(s), please bring in a current rabies certificate for each dog in your possession.
Remember, in order to remain in compliance, we must have a copy of the current rabies vaccination for our file, no dog license (tag) is required and there is no longer a fee. Failure to submit a current rabies certificate to our office may result in a citation. If you no longer have your dog(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313. Your prompt response is greatly appreciated.
January 6, 2020
SPECIFIC BREED REGISTRATION
Effective December 5, 2016 the O’Neill City Council passed and approved Ordinance No. 1364 establishing regulations for registration, spaying/neutering, micro-chipping and jurisdiction of specific breeds of dogs.
* The annual specific breed registration will be due yearly on the anniversary of your registration. Registration and payment may be completed at the O'Neill Police Department, 317 South 4th, O'Neill, Nebraska.
ORDINANCE 1364
Sec. 1. That Section 2-325 through 2-330 shall be established as follows:
SECTION 2-325. SPECIFIC BREEDS. DEFINITIONS
A. AKC or UKC registered show dog means an American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier for which the owner thereof has documentation showing the dog to be a registered AKC or UKC American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier show/performance dog. The documentation to prove the animal is a show/performance dog must include:
1. An AKC or UKC registration;
2. AKC or UKC three (3) generation pedigree;
3. Proof the dog is being used as a show dog once the dog reaches the age of six (6) months; and
4. The first five (5) numbers of the AKC or UKC registration tattooed on the abdomen of the upper side of the left rear leg.
B. Pit bull breed includes:
1. American Pit Bull Terrier;
2. Staffordshire Bull Terrier and American Staffordshire Bull Terrier (unless exempted as a registered show dog);
3. American Bull Dog;
4. Any dog whose sire or dam is a dog of a breed which is defined as a restricted breed of dog in this definition;
5. Any dog whose owner registers, defines, admits or otherwise identifies the dog as being of a restricted breed;
6. Any dog conforming or substantially conforming to the breed of American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, or American Bull Dog as defined by the United Kennel Club or American Kennel Club;
7. Any dog which is of the breed commonly referred to as Pit Bull and commonly recognized and identifiable as such.
C. If a dispute exists as to whether a dog is of the Pit Bull breed as set forth herein, the City shall employ a Nebraska-licensed veterinarian to examine the animal or pictures of the animal to determine whether such a dog is one of the Pit Pull breed or has the primary characteristics of the breed. Such determination shall be final on both the City and the person owning or harboring the dog.
SPECIFIC BREED REGISTRATION
Effective December 5, 2016 the O’Neill City Council passed and approved Ordinance No. 1364 establishing regulations for registration, spaying/neutering, micro-chipping and jurisdiction of specific breeds of dogs.
* The annual specific breed registration will be due yearly on the anniversary of your registration. Registration and payment may be completed at the O'Neill Police Department, 317 South 4th, O'Neill, Nebraska.
ORDINANCE 1364
Sec. 1. That Section 2-325 through 2-330 shall be established as follows:
SECTION 2-325. SPECIFIC BREEDS. DEFINITIONS
A. AKC or UKC registered show dog means an American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier for which the owner thereof has documentation showing the dog to be a registered AKC or UKC American Staffordshire Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier show/performance dog. The documentation to prove the animal is a show/performance dog must include:
1. An AKC or UKC registration;
2. AKC or UKC three (3) generation pedigree;
3. Proof the dog is being used as a show dog once the dog reaches the age of six (6) months; and
4. The first five (5) numbers of the AKC or UKC registration tattooed on the abdomen of the upper side of the left rear leg.
B. Pit bull breed includes:
1. American Pit Bull Terrier;
2. Staffordshire Bull Terrier and American Staffordshire Bull Terrier (unless exempted as a registered show dog);
3. American Bull Dog;
4. Any dog whose sire or dam is a dog of a breed which is defined as a restricted breed of dog in this definition;
5. Any dog whose owner registers, defines, admits or otherwise identifies the dog as being of a restricted breed;
6. Any dog conforming or substantially conforming to the breed of American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, or American Bull Dog as defined by the United Kennel Club or American Kennel Club;
7. Any dog which is of the breed commonly referred to as Pit Bull and commonly recognized and identifiable as such.
C. If a dispute exists as to whether a dog is of the Pit Bull breed as set forth herein, the City shall employ a Nebraska-licensed veterinarian to examine the animal or pictures of the animal to determine whether such a dog is one of the Pit Pull breed or has the primary characteristics of the breed. Such determination shall be final on both the City and the person owning or harboring the dog.
Lunch With A Cop
11-21-2019
Today I enjoyed lunch with Caden, a second grader at O’Neill Public Elementary School, Caden chose to eat at Dairy Queen. Caden told me he likes playing soccer in the spring and his favorite class in school is math. Caden hopes to be a police officer when he grows up so we really had a super time! Thanks so much Caden for coming along and also want to wish you a belated Happy Birthday! Officer Kip Krysl |
11-22-2019
I had a great time with Bryce, a 1st Grader at O’Neill Public Elementary School, today for Lunch With A Cop. Bryce decided to eat at McDonald’s today, so off we went! Bryce shared with me some of his interests, from enjoying fishing, living in the country, playing football, and his favorite movie. After spending time together it seems Bryce and I have a lot in common. Thanks for hanging out with me at lunch Bryce and hope you have an awesome weekend! Also, thanks to McDonald’s today for their great friendly service and excellent food. Chief Matt Otte |
PRESS RELEASE
September 24, 2019
Due to the high number of scams plaguing our communities, the O’Neill Police Department would like to remind you to never provide personal or identifying information over the telephone, and never wire money requested over the phone, or in an e-mail, especially to a foreign address. Common scams we’ve seen in our area are the IRS imposter scam, Grandparent scam, Lottery and Sweepstakes scams, Publisher’s Clearing House scams, and various internet loan scams.
Most recently we have been notified of multiple telephone scams claiming to be from Publisher’s Clearing House, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and from Social Security where law enforcement action has been threatened. Some scams trick people into purchasing cellular phones to be mailed away or purchasing Google Play cards and providing the scammer with the number on the backs of the cards.
As a reminder, the IRS, Publisher’s Clearing House, Social Security Administration, and Lottery and Sweepstakes will not contact you by telephone. If something seems suspicious or appears to be too good to be true it probably is. If you receive any calls or suspicious documents in the mail, please contact the O'Neill Police Department immediately at 402-336-1313.
Matthew Otte #478
Chief of Police
Due to the high number of scams plaguing our communities, the O’Neill Police Department would like to remind you to never provide personal or identifying information over the telephone, and never wire money requested over the phone, or in an e-mail, especially to a foreign address. Common scams we’ve seen in our area are the IRS imposter scam, Grandparent scam, Lottery and Sweepstakes scams, Publisher’s Clearing House scams, and various internet loan scams.
Most recently we have been notified of multiple telephone scams claiming to be from Publisher’s Clearing House, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and from Social Security where law enforcement action has been threatened. Some scams trick people into purchasing cellular phones to be mailed away or purchasing Google Play cards and providing the scammer with the number on the backs of the cards.
As a reminder, the IRS, Publisher’s Clearing House, Social Security Administration, and Lottery and Sweepstakes will not contact you by telephone. If something seems suspicious or appears to be too good to be true it probably is. If you receive any calls or suspicious documents in the mail, please contact the O'Neill Police Department immediately at 402-336-1313.
Matthew Otte #478
Chief of Police
CONGRATULATIONS TO ASHLEY AND PIERCE
WINNERS OF THE BICYCLE GIVEAWAY DURING
THE BACK TO SCHOOL BASH!
Thank you to everyone who stopped by!
August 15, 2019
Come see us at 4th & Douglas on Tuesday, August 13th at the Back To School Bash - Anyone 18 years of age and under are welcome to sign up during the event to win a new 24" bicycle. We will draw at the end of the event for one girls bicycle and one boys bicycle. Hope everyone can make it!
ATV - UTV Registration to begin Monday 06-17-2019
June 14, 2019
The O'Neill Police Department will begin ATV-UTV Registration on Monday, June 17, 2019. Stop in at our office with your ATV-UTV (it will need to be inspected) to register please bring proof of insurance for the ATV or UTV and a valid drivers license. The initial registration fee is $30 and renewal registration fee is $15. Please click below and read the O'Neill City Ordinance in its entirety to review all requirements.
A few requirements include: Name, address, proof of insurance, VIN, year, make, model, vehicle color and engine size. The ATV/UTV must have a working headlight and taillight, be equipped with a bicycle safety flag which extends not less than 5 feet above ground attached to the rear of the vehicle. The bicycle flag shall be triangular in shape with an area of not less than 30 inches shall be Day-Glo in color. Additional requirements are included in the ordinance.
The O'Neill Police Department will begin ATV-UTV Registration on Monday, June 17, 2019. Stop in at our office with your ATV-UTV (it will need to be inspected) to register please bring proof of insurance for the ATV or UTV and a valid drivers license. The initial registration fee is $30 and renewal registration fee is $15. Please click below and read the O'Neill City Ordinance in its entirety to review all requirements.
A few requirements include: Name, address, proof of insurance, VIN, year, make, model, vehicle color and engine size. The ATV/UTV must have a working headlight and taillight, be equipped with a bicycle safety flag which extends not less than 5 feet above ground attached to the rear of the vehicle. The bicycle flag shall be triangular in shape with an area of not less than 30 inches shall be Day-Glo in color. Additional requirements are included in the ordinance.
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STORM SHELTER INFORMATION
May 17, 2019 - With the possibility of severe weather this summer, the O’Neill Police Department would like to remind the community that public shelters are located at the 1938 Building, located on the southeast corner of North 4th Street and East Adams Street, and the Holt County Courthouse, located at 204 North 4th Street. Should weather conditions elevate to a severe risk, officers with the O’Neill Police Department will open the north door of the 1938 building and the south door (located on the southeast side) of the Holt County Courthouse.
Chief Matt Otte O’Neill Police Department |
2019 Police Officer Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony
Click the link to download waiver forms.
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***Stolen Vehicle 04-01-19 @ 13:44 in O'Neill, Nebraska**
Looking for a Stolen 1994, Green, Toyota Camry, 4-Door
Nebraska Plate 36- C86.
If you see the vehicle or have information regarding this vehicle
please contact the O'Neill Police Department (402) 336-1313.
Sidewalk maintenance |
SCAM ALERT |
PRESS RELEASE
03-06-2019 The O’Neill Police Department would like to remind businesses and residents of their responsibilities to clear their sidewalks of snow, sleet, ice, mud or other substance within the corporate limits as defined in City Ordinance 5-202. All sidewalks within the business district shall be cleaned within 5 hours after the cessation of a storm or unless the storm or fall of snow shall have taken place during the night, in which case the sidewalk shall be cleaned before 10:00 A.M. the following day. Sidewalks in the residential areas of the City shall be cleaned within 24 hours after the cessation of the storm. The O’Neill Police Department appreciates everyone’s cooperation with this matter. Matthew Otte Chief of Police |
February 27, 2019
Due to the high number of scams plaguing our communities, the O’Neill Police Department would like to remind you to never provide personal or identifying information over the telephone, and never wire money requested over the phone, or in an e-mail, especially to a foreign address. Common scams we’ve seen in our area are the IRS impostor scam, Grandparent scam, Lottery and Sweepstakes scams, and various internet loan scams. Most recently we have been notified of multiple telephone scams claiming to be from Dish TV, a computer repair service, and from Social Security where law enforcement action has been threatened. Some scams trick people into purchasing cellular phones to be mailed away or purchasing Google Play cards and providing the scammer with the number on the backs of the cards. If something seems suspicious or appears to be too good to be true it probably is. If you receive any calls or suspicious documents in the mail, please contact the O'Neill Police Department immediately at 402-336-1313. Matthew Otte Chief of Police |
SPECIFIC DOG BREED REGISTRATION
January 2, 2019 Effective December 5, 2016 the O’Neill City Council passed and approved Ordinance No. 1364 of the City of O'Neill Municipal Code, establishing regulations for registration and registration fees, spaying/neutering, micro-chipping and jurisdiction of specific breeds of dogs, including those currently residing within the City of O'Neill. Registration information is available at the O'Neill Police Department, 317 South 4th Street, O'Neill, Nebraska. Includes Pit Bull Breeds as follows: 1. American Pit Bull Terrier; 2. Staffordshire Bull Terrier and American Staffordshire Bull Terrier (unless exempted as a registered show dog); 3. American Bull Dog; 4. Any dog whose sire or dam is a dog of a breed which is defined as a restricted breed of dog in this definition; 5. Any dog whose owner registers, defines, admits or otherwise identifies the dog as being of a restricted breed; 6. Any dog conforming or substantially conforming to the breed of American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, or American Bull Dog as defined by the United Kennel Club or American Kennel Club; 7. Any dog which is of the breed commonly referred to as Pit Bull and commonly recognized and identifiable as such. If a dispute exists as to whether a dog is of the Pit Bull breed as set forth herein, the City shall employ a Nebraska-licensed veterinarian to examine the animal or pictures of the animal to determine whether such a dog is one of the Pit Pull breed or has the primary characteristics of the breed. Such determination shall be final on both the City and the person owning or harboring the dog. Ordinance No. 1364 is available to read in its' entirety at the O'Neill Police Department, the City of O'Neill Office, located at 401 East Fremont, O'Neill, Nebraska, on our website located at http://www.oneillpolice.com and on the O'Neill Police Department Facebook page located at https://www.facebook.com/pages/ONeill-Police-Department/153570458038303?ref=tn_tnmn Failure to complete the registration process may result in a citation. If you no longer have your dog(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313. Your prompt response is greatly appreciated. |
REMINDER:
January 2, 2019 RABIES CERTIFICATES NEED TO BE ON FILE WITH THE O'NEILL POLICE DEPARTMENT Effective August 3, 2010, the O’Neill City Council amended SECTION 2-301, (repealing “Dog Licenses”) of the O’Neill Municipal Code and in accordance with City Ordinance *2-301, it is unlawful to own a dog or dogs within the city limits of O’Neill without having a current rabies certificate on file with the O’Neill Police Department. Our records indicate you own a dog(s). If you still have your dog(s), please bring in a current rabies certificate for each dog in your possession. Remember, in order to remain in compliance, we must have a copy of the current rabies vaccination for our file, no dog license (tag) is required and there is no longer a fee. Failure to submit a current rabies certificate to our office may result in a citation. If you no longer have your dog(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313. Your prompt response is greatly appreciated. |
O'Neill City Council honors Bill Price
and swears in newly elected mayor and council members
December 2, 2018 - O'Neill Council President Scott Menish and the City Council thanked outgoing Mayor Bill Price for his many years of service and dedication to the City of O'Neill. City Attorney Boyd Strope swears in newly elected Mayor Scott Menish and re-elected council members; Ward I Tim Schneider, Ward II Don Baker, Ward III Terri Krysl and Ward IV Beth Walsh. (Photos courtesy of the City of O'Neill)
O'Neill PD Reserve officer mark hunt donates LAW ENFORCEMENT PATCH collection to department
STOP BY AND TAKE A LOOK!
November 28, 2018 (Narrative submitted by Mark Hunt, Reserve Police Officer/History Teacher)
The U.S. police force is a relatively modern invention, sparked by changing notions of public order, driven in turn by economics and politics. Policing in Colonial America had been very informal, based on a for-profit, privately funded system that employed people part-time. Towns also commonly relied on a “night watch” in which volunteers signed up for a certain day and time. Boston started its night watch in 1636, New York followed in 1658 and Philadelphia created one in 1700. Philadelphia created the first day watch in 1833. The first publicly funded, organized police force with officers on duty full-time was created in Boston in 1838, New York City in 1845, Albany, NY and Chicago in 1851, New Orleans and Cincinnati in 1853, Philadelphia in 1855, and Newark, NJ and Baltimore in 1857. By the 1880's all major U.S. cities had municipal police forces in place.
Thin BLUE Line
The term is derived from the Thin Red Line, a formation of the 93rd Highland Regiment of Foot of the British Army at the Battle of Balaclava in 1854, in which the Highlanders stood their ground against a Russian Cavalry charge during the Crimean War. The first known use of the phrase "thin blue line" is from a 1911 poem by Nels Dickmann Anderson, titled "The Thin Blue Line." In the poem, the phrase is used to refer to the United States Army, alluding to the Thin Red Line, and to the fact that U.S. Army soldiers wore blue uniforms from the eighteenth century through the nineteenth century. In the 1950s, LAPD Chief Bill Parker used the phrase in the department-produced television show of the same name. Parker coined the term thin blue line to further reinforce the role of the LAPD. As Parker explained, the thin blue line, representing the LAPD, was the barrier between law and order and social and civil anarchy.
Law Enforcement agencies throughout the U.S. wear distinctive shoulder patches on their uniforms. Patch designs generally feature local historical places / events, important date(s), or a motto. These single pieces of cloth tell a story and impresses on each officer that they serve all. This growing display of shoulder patches from Law Enforcement agencies from around the U.S. and World serves to remind us that all officers form the Thin Blue Line. No matter the design worn on our shirts, we are all brothers!
Mark Hunt
Reserve Police Officer
O’Neill Police Department
O’Neill, Nebraska
The U.S. police force is a relatively modern invention, sparked by changing notions of public order, driven in turn by economics and politics. Policing in Colonial America had been very informal, based on a for-profit, privately funded system that employed people part-time. Towns also commonly relied on a “night watch” in which volunteers signed up for a certain day and time. Boston started its night watch in 1636, New York followed in 1658 and Philadelphia created one in 1700. Philadelphia created the first day watch in 1833. The first publicly funded, organized police force with officers on duty full-time was created in Boston in 1838, New York City in 1845, Albany, NY and Chicago in 1851, New Orleans and Cincinnati in 1853, Philadelphia in 1855, and Newark, NJ and Baltimore in 1857. By the 1880's all major U.S. cities had municipal police forces in place.
Thin BLUE Line
The term is derived from the Thin Red Line, a formation of the 93rd Highland Regiment of Foot of the British Army at the Battle of Balaclava in 1854, in which the Highlanders stood their ground against a Russian Cavalry charge during the Crimean War. The first known use of the phrase "thin blue line" is from a 1911 poem by Nels Dickmann Anderson, titled "The Thin Blue Line." In the poem, the phrase is used to refer to the United States Army, alluding to the Thin Red Line, and to the fact that U.S. Army soldiers wore blue uniforms from the eighteenth century through the nineteenth century. In the 1950s, LAPD Chief Bill Parker used the phrase in the department-produced television show of the same name. Parker coined the term thin blue line to further reinforce the role of the LAPD. As Parker explained, the thin blue line, representing the LAPD, was the barrier between law and order and social and civil anarchy.
Law Enforcement agencies throughout the U.S. wear distinctive shoulder patches on their uniforms. Patch designs generally feature local historical places / events, important date(s), or a motto. These single pieces of cloth tell a story and impresses on each officer that they serve all. This growing display of shoulder patches from Law Enforcement agencies from around the U.S. and World serves to remind us that all officers form the Thin Blue Line. No matter the design worn on our shirts, we are all brothers!
Mark Hunt
Reserve Police Officer
O’Neill Police Department
O’Neill, Nebraska
Northeast Community College Criminal Justice Career Day
November 9, 2018 - I am incredibly proud of the Northeast grads: They came to be part of our amazing Criminal Justice Career Day panel today and they rocked! Of course, special thanks to my son Eric McCarthy for being there! Also, thanks to Lacy Rae and Taylor for braving horrible roads and helping out. — with Paul Ray Lind, Taylor Kester, Cat Svoboda, Eric McCarthy and Cash Campbell.
Courtesy of Matt McCarthy
(Northeast Community College) |
PRESS RELEASE
October 16, 2018
The O’Neill Police Department has recently received numerous complaints concerning several different phone scams in the area. Various scam callers have claimed to be with the IRS, have claimed your computer has viruses and want to help repair it, and the grandparent scam has also been reported.
With regard to the IRS scam, these callers may demand money or may say you have a refund due and try to trick you into sharing private information. These con artists can sound convincing when they call. They may know a lot about you, and they usually alter the caller ID to make it look like the IRS is calling. They use fake names and bogus IRS identification badge numbers. If you don’t answer, they often leave an “urgent” callback request. These telephone scams are being seen in every part of the country, and we urge people not to be deceived by these threatening phone calls,” IRS Commissioner John Koskinen said. “We have formal processes in place for people with tax issues. The IRS respects taxpayer rights, and these angry, shake-down calls are not how we do business.” (2016 IRS Archive)
The O'Neill Police Department has received reports from local residents regarding "The Grandparent Scam". This scam has been circulating since approximately 2008 nationwide and usually attempts to commit fraud by preying on the elderly. The caller may identify themselves as a "grandson" stating they have been arrested and asks for money to be wired right away for bail. It is important to remember when you "wire" money it is the same as cash, you will never get it back. Visit http://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/2012/april/grandparent_040212 for additional information regarding this scam.
The Windows virus scammers may call you directly on your phone and pretend to be representatives of a software company. They might even spoof the caller ID so that it displays a legitimate support phone number from a trusted company. They can then ask you to install applications that give them remote access to your device. Using remote access, these experienced scammers can misrepresent normal system output as signs of problems. Scammers might also initiate contact by displaying fake error messages on websites you visit, displaying support numbers and enticing you to call. They can also put your browser on full screen and display pop-up messages that won't go away, essentially locking your browser. These fake error messages aim to trick you into calling an indicated technical support hotline. Note that Microsoft error and warning messages never include phone numbers. When you engage with the scammers, they can offer fake solutions for your “problems” and ask for payment in the form of a one-time fee or subscription to a purported support service. Please remember never to wire money requested over the phone, or in an e-mail, especially to a foreign address. Do not give any personal or identifying information over the phone, if something seems suspicious or appears to be too good to be true it probably is. If you receive any calls or suspicious documents in the mail, please contact the O'Neill Police Department immediately.
Matthew Otte
Chief of Police
October 16, 2018
The O’Neill Police Department has recently received numerous complaints concerning several different phone scams in the area. Various scam callers have claimed to be with the IRS, have claimed your computer has viruses and want to help repair it, and the grandparent scam has also been reported.
With regard to the IRS scam, these callers may demand money or may say you have a refund due and try to trick you into sharing private information. These con artists can sound convincing when they call. They may know a lot about you, and they usually alter the caller ID to make it look like the IRS is calling. They use fake names and bogus IRS identification badge numbers. If you don’t answer, they often leave an “urgent” callback request. These telephone scams are being seen in every part of the country, and we urge people not to be deceived by these threatening phone calls,” IRS Commissioner John Koskinen said. “We have formal processes in place for people with tax issues. The IRS respects taxpayer rights, and these angry, shake-down calls are not how we do business.” (2016 IRS Archive)
The O'Neill Police Department has received reports from local residents regarding "The Grandparent Scam". This scam has been circulating since approximately 2008 nationwide and usually attempts to commit fraud by preying on the elderly. The caller may identify themselves as a "grandson" stating they have been arrested and asks for money to be wired right away for bail. It is important to remember when you "wire" money it is the same as cash, you will never get it back. Visit http://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/2012/april/grandparent_040212 for additional information regarding this scam.
The Windows virus scammers may call you directly on your phone and pretend to be representatives of a software company. They might even spoof the caller ID so that it displays a legitimate support phone number from a trusted company. They can then ask you to install applications that give them remote access to your device. Using remote access, these experienced scammers can misrepresent normal system output as signs of problems. Scammers might also initiate contact by displaying fake error messages on websites you visit, displaying support numbers and enticing you to call. They can also put your browser on full screen and display pop-up messages that won't go away, essentially locking your browser. These fake error messages aim to trick you into calling an indicated technical support hotline. Note that Microsoft error and warning messages never include phone numbers. When you engage with the scammers, they can offer fake solutions for your “problems” and ask for payment in the form of a one-time fee or subscription to a purported support service. Please remember never to wire money requested over the phone, or in an e-mail, especially to a foreign address. Do not give any personal or identifying information over the phone, if something seems suspicious or appears to be too good to be true it probably is. If you receive any calls or suspicious documents in the mail, please contact the O'Neill Police Department immediately.
Matthew Otte
Chief of Police
Sergeant Jensen visits daycare for safety week
October 5, 2018
Crisis intervention training provides An insight into
mental illness for law enforcement
June 6, 2018
Recently Investigator Rachel Kohlman of the O'Neill Police Department participated in Crisis Intervention Training for law enforcement, an insight to mental illness - click the following link to read the article and watch the video.
(Courtesy of the Omaha World-Herald) http://www.omaha.com/…/article_7c2520b0-7618-5189-9ea2-7f74…
Recently Investigator Rachel Kohlman of the O'Neill Police Department participated in Crisis Intervention Training for law enforcement, an insight to mental illness - click the following link to read the article and watch the video.
(Courtesy of the Omaha World-Herald) http://www.omaha.com/…/article_7c2520b0-7618-5189-9ea2-7f74…
SGT. ROB JENSEN
Sgt. Rob Jensen of the O’Neill Police Department was nominated by the Holt County Attorney for his exceptional work in the maintenance and calibration of the alcohol testing devices for the county. Sgt. Jensen is also recognized for his outstanding work in making sure each report he files is complete and organized. Rob also serves as a role model for new officers and does an excellent job of training them to be exceptional officers. Thank you so much for your work Sgt. Jensen. |
MOTHERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING HONORS HEROES AT ANNUAL AWARD CEREMONY
May 22, 2018 (Lincoln, NE) – MADD Nebraska honored local heroes during their annual Hero Awards Event at Wilderness Ridge. The award winners were selected by committee for their strong dedication to keeping Nebraska safe from the dangers of impaired driving and underage drinking. Either through direct law enforcement, prosecution, probation or education and awareness. These honorees are among the best of our state and will be honored for the outstanding working during the 2017 year. The award winners are: Adult DUI Enforcement- Team Troopers Jeremy Thorson, Jake Arnold, Justin Raes, Abigail Joyce, Nate Eymann and Patrick Chick-Nebraska State Patrol Troop A Adult DUI Enforcement- Team Troopers Michael Thorson, John Lukesh, Kaleb Brugemann, Clint Zost and Michael Rice-Nebraska State Patrol Headquarters Adult DUI Enforcement- Team 3rd Shift Officers-Lincoln Police Department Adult DUI Enforcement Individual Trooper Michael Thorson- Nebraska State Patrol Officer Brandon Ormesher- Valentine Police Department Sgt. Rob Jensen- O'Neill Police Department Officer Cody Axon- Ralston Police Department Trooper Jeremy Thorson- Nebraska State Patrol Troop A Trooper Jake Arnold- Nebraska State Patrol Troop A Trooper Bryan Walter- Nebraska State Patrol Officer Jeremy Zipay- Omaha Police Department Officer Brian Malone- Papillion Police Department Officer Kyle Rappold- McCook Police Department Officer Scott Shymkewicz- Omaha Police Department Drug Recognition Expert Officer Sara Genoways-Lincoln Police Department Officer Ryan Todd-Grand Island Police Department Education And Awareness Sheriff Jeff Davis-Sarpy County MIP Enforcement Team Northwest Team-Lincoln Police Department Probation Team District 3A- Presentence Investigation Unit Probation Officer Chris Wellman-District 3A Probation Prosecutor Ryan Lindberg-Douglas County Attorney's Office Breanna Anderson-Platte County Attorney's Office Patrick Lee-Buffalo County Attorney's Office Traffic Enforcement Mobilization Team Lincoln Police Department-Traffic Enforcement Unit Volunteer of the Year Toby Antonson Each year in the U.S., more than 10,000 people are killed and another 345,000 are injured in drunk driving crashes. In Nebraska, 81 people were killed in 2016 in alcohol related crashes. The men and women working throughout our state in the criminal justice arena are paving the way to a safer state and a future with No More Victims. For questions or more information regarding the event please contact the MADD Nebraska State Office at (402) 434-5330 or by email at [email protected]. More information is also available on the MADD website at www.madd.org/nebraska or on facebook @NebraskaMADD. |
2018 Peace Officer Memorial Day Ceremony
Iconic 1950's Shoe Shop torn down
April 12, 2018 - Constructed in the 1950's, the building located at 213 South 4th Street was lastly known as Francis's Shoe Shop, owned and operated by Francis Summers. The building was demolished today, watch for upcoming changes in the area.
198 th Basic January 2, 2018 – April 13, 2018
CONGRATULATIONS TO O'NEILL POLICE DEPARTMENT'S
OFFICER CASH CAMPBELL!
PRESS RELEASE
April 10, 2018
Due to the high number of scams plaguing our communities, the O’Neill Police Department would like to remind you to never provide personal or identifying information over the telephone, and never wire money requested over the phone, or in an e-mail, especially to a foreign address. Common scams we’ve seen in our area are the IRS impostor scam, Grandparent scam, Lottery and Sweepstakes scams, and various internet loan scams. If something seems suspicious or appears to be to good to be true it probably is. If you receive any calls or suspicious documents in the mail, please contact the O'Neill Police Department immediately.
April 10, 2018
Due to the high number of scams plaguing our communities, the O’Neill Police Department would like to remind you to never provide personal or identifying information over the telephone, and never wire money requested over the phone, or in an e-mail, especially to a foreign address. Common scams we’ve seen in our area are the IRS impostor scam, Grandparent scam, Lottery and Sweepstakes scams, and various internet loan scams. If something seems suspicious or appears to be to good to be true it probably is. If you receive any calls or suspicious documents in the mail, please contact the O'Neill Police Department immediately.
April 6, 2018
O'Neill Community members welcome new resource for the area
Visit Beginnings Pregnancy Center Website for more information. www.beginningspregnancycenter.com/
March 16, 2018
ANTI-HUMAN TRAFFICKING OPERATION IN O'NEILL RESULTS IN TWO ARRESTS
Press Release From the Holt County Attorney’s Office - Officials from the O’Neill Police Department, Holt County Sheriff’s Office, Nebraska State Patrol, Atkinson Police Department, Nebraska Attorney General’s Office, and the Holt County Attorney’s Office, with the assistance of several other agencies, conducted an anti-human trafficking operation on March 15th in O’Neill. The operation led to the arrest of Robert Dean, 61 years old, of Valentine for solicitation of prostitution. Dosha Harris, 27 years old, of Lincoln was arrested on charges of pandering. The operation also led to the rescue of a female identified as a victim of human trafficking. For the protection of the trafficking victim, her identifying information will not be released.
ST. PATRICK'S DAY CELEBRATION
MARCH 14 - 17, 2018
CLICK BUTTON FOR O'NEILL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES
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MISSING ARKANSAS GIRL LOCATED IN O'NEILL
(Courtesy of the Holt County Attorney's Office) Early Thursday morning, February 1, 2018, Holt County Sheriff’s Deputies and officers from the O’Neill Police Department, with the assistance of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Trumann, Arkansas, Police Department, located a sixteen year old female reported missing from Arkansas. Craig Gillum, a 52 year old Tennessee man, was arrested in connection with the case at the Elms Motel in O’Neill, NE on charges of Felony Child Abuse and Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor. Gillum is currently incarcerated in the Holt County Jail. This matter remains under investigation by the above agencies.
DOG IMPOUND FEE INCREASE
On January 8, 2018, at the regular meeting of the O’Neill City Council, a resolution was passed setting the Dog Impound Fees as follows: First Offense $75.00 per impound Second Offense $90.00 per impound Third Offense $120.00 per impound The fees listed above are effective as of January 8, 2018. The O’Neill Police Department would like to remind the public to register their dogs at the O’Neill Police Department. Matthew Otte Chief of Police |
RABIES CERTIFICATES NEED TO BE ON FILE
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January 1, 2018
Effective December 5, 2016 the O’Neill City Council passed and approved Ordinance No. 1364 of the City of O'Neill Municipal Code, establishing regulations for annual registration and registration fees, spaying/neutering, micro-chipping and jurisdiction of specific breeds of dogs, including those currently residing within the City of O'Neill. Registration information is available at the O'Neill Police Department, 317 South 4th Street, O'Neill, Nebraska.
Failure to complete the registration process may result in a citation. If you no longer have your dog(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313. Your prompt response is greatly appreciated.
Effective December 5, 2016 the O’Neill City Council passed and approved Ordinance No. 1364 of the City of O'Neill Municipal Code, establishing regulations for annual registration and registration fees, spaying/neutering, micro-chipping and jurisdiction of specific breeds of dogs, including those currently residing within the City of O'Neill. Registration information is available at the O'Neill Police Department, 317 South 4th Street, O'Neill, Nebraska.
Failure to complete the registration process may result in a citation. If you no longer have your dog(s), please contact us at (402) 336-1313. Your prompt response is greatly appreciated.
Two Officers receive the American
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O'Neill Police Department launches body-worn camera program09-25-2017 - The O’Neill Police Department is now utilizing Body-Worn Cameras as part of a Department of Justice federal grant which they received in September of 2016. The O’Neill Police Department was one of two agencies in Nebraska to receive the grant to either begin or supplement an existing Body-Worn Camera program.
Over the past nine months O’Neill Police Department and City of O’Neill personnel worked closely with the Body-Worn Camera Training and Technical Assistance Team to develop a comprehensive policy which contains protocol detailing when the cameras are to be used, where and how it is stored, and when footage is available to the public. The O’Neill Police Department Body-Worn Camera policy is on record with the Nebraska Crime Commission. The purpose of the Body-Worn Camera is to protect the public, protect the officer, aid in evidence collection, and enhance transparency within the community. The cameras create an independent and objective record of interactions between law enforcement and the community and will be utilized as an additional resource used by the O’Neill Police Department to better serve our community. On Monday, September 25, 2017, all full time O’Neill Police Department Officers attended a training conducted by our Body-Worn Camera vendor. The training covered the camera specifications and operation, and utilization of the software, along with review of the department’s Body-Worn Camera policy. Each officer was assigned a Body-Worn Camera during the training and will be wearing the camera as a mandatory piece of equipment. If anyone has questions or would like additional information please contact Chief Matt Otte at (402) 336-1313. |
THANK YOU!
August 17, 2017 The O’Neill Police Department, in collaboration with O’Neill Public Schools, Holt County Emergency Management and North Central District Health Department hosted an Active Shooter Training scenario on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at the O’Neill Public High School. Preparations for the exercise began in May and consisted of multiple meetings and tabletop discussions involving various agencies from Boyd and Holt Counties. The exercise began at 1:00 pm with a 911 call to the Boyd/Holt E911 Dispatch Center. Dispatch then contacted Law Enforcement and Fire/Rescue to respond. After the shooters were neutralized, Fire/Rescue personnel were able to triage, treat and transport the injured to Avera St. Anthony’s Hospital, and O’Neill Public Schools implemented their reunification procedures at this time. The exercise concluded at approximately 4:00 pm with a debriefing which followed. As a result of the training, our communities are better prepared for a mass casualty incident should one occur. The scenario was a success and an excellent opportunity for multiple agencies from our communities to work together. Everyone involved was able to learn from the experience. The O’Neill Police Department would like to thank the public for cooperating during this training exercise by allowing us to respond accordingly and for O’Neill Public Schools for allowing us to utilize their facility. Thank you, Matthew Otte Chief of Police |
Thank you to the participants:
Boyd/Holt E911 O’Neill Police Department Holt County Sheriff’s Office Atkinson Police Department Boyd County Sheriff’s Office Brown County Sheriff’s Office O’Neill Fire & Rescue Ewing Fire & Rescue Page Fire & Rescue Atkinson Fire & Rescue Stuart Fire & Rescue Boyd County Ambulance Butte Fire Department Spencer Fire & Rescue Holt County Emergency Management North Central District Health Department Avera St. Anthony’s Hospital O’Neill Public Schools St. Mary’s Schools Student and Adult Actors Thank you to all who worked in support of the exercise: KBRX Radio Holt County Independent City of O’Neill Street Department Nebraska Department of Roads NETCOMM Inc. Nebraska State Patrol |
PLEASE JOIN US! THANK YOU TO THE O'NEILL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
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O'Neill Police Department TO Host Active Shooter Drill The O'Neill Police Department, Holt County Emergency Management, and NCDHD will host and engage in an active shooter drill at O'Neill Public Jr./Sr. High School on Tuesday, August 15, 2017, beginning at approximately 1:00 p.m.
The O'Neill Police Department will be working in conjunction with the Holt County Sheriff's Office, Boyd/Holt E911 Dispatch Center, Atkinson Police Department, Boyd County Sheriff's Office, O'Neill Public School administration, staff and students, St. Mary's School administration, staff and students, Avera St. Anthony's Hospital, West Holt Hospital, fire and rescue departments from O'Neill, Atkinson, Ewing, Page, Chambers, Spencer, Stuart and Boyd County to conduct the mock event. The drill has been in planning stages for months and all aspects of the drill have been created to make it as realistic as possible. Please be advised that this event is only a drill and we want to inform everyone all safety precautions will be implemented. If you have any questions, please contact Chief Matt Otte, O'Neill Police Department, at 402-336-1313. |
TRAFFIC STOP RESULTS IN RECOVERY OF STOLEN VEHICLE
July 25, 2017 - The O’Neill Police Department was involved in a stolen vehicle traffic stop on 07-23-2017. Investigator Rachel Kohlman with the O’Neill Police Department observed a vehicle entering O’Neill from the east which matched the description provided from an attempted theft in Antelope County. Antelope County Dispatch was notified earlier by a citizen of a black and silver 2000 Ford F-250 extended cab pickup with a male driver who allegedly attempted to take another vehicle in Orchard, Nebraska. The citizen was vigilant and obtained the license plate number from the vehicle. The plate on the Ford pickup came back as stolen.
Investigator Kohlman stopped the vehicle at Cubby’s, located in O’Neill, Nebraska. The driver and sole occupant of the vehicle was identified as Edwin Smith, aged 60, of Algonac, Michigan. Smith was taken into custody without incident and incarcerated at the Holt County Jail on charges of possession of stolen property, driving under the influence of alcohol, and driving under suspension. Smith also has charges pending in Antelope County. The O’Neill Police Department would like to thank the Holt County Sheriff’s Office, the Antelope County Sheriff’s Office, and A & J Tire and Auto Repair Towing service for their assistance, it was greatly appreciated.
Investigator Kohlman stopped the vehicle at Cubby’s, located in O’Neill, Nebraska. The driver and sole occupant of the vehicle was identified as Edwin Smith, aged 60, of Algonac, Michigan. Smith was taken into custody without incident and incarcerated at the Holt County Jail on charges of possession of stolen property, driving under the influence of alcohol, and driving under suspension. Smith also has charges pending in Antelope County. The O’Neill Police Department would like to thank the Holt County Sheriff’s Office, the Antelope County Sheriff’s Office, and A & J Tire and Auto Repair Towing service for their assistance, it was greatly appreciated.
Scam reported in the O'Neill area
July 11, 2017 - The O’Neill Police Department has recently received multiple complaints concerning a scam involving a help wanted ad published in the help wanted section of local papers. The ad states a part time Clerical Assistant is needed and response and additional communications are all done through email and the employer gives the name Bill Williams in the correspondence. The email states you will be requested to shop for him, mail and packages will be forwarded to your address and all expenses will be covered.
Due to the high number of scams plaguing our communities, the O’Neill Police Department would like to remind you to never provide personal or identifying information over the telephone or email, and never wire money requested over the phone, or in an e-mail, especially to a foreign address. If something seems suspicious or appears to be to good to be true it probably is. If you receive any calls or suspicious documents in the mail, please contact the O'Neill Police Department immediately.
Due to the high number of scams plaguing our communities, the O’Neill Police Department would like to remind you to never provide personal or identifying information over the telephone or email, and never wire money requested over the phone, or in an e-mail, especially to a foreign address. If something seems suspicious or appears to be to good to be true it probably is. If you receive any calls or suspicious documents in the mail, please contact the O'Neill Police Department immediately.
2017 National Police Week Proclamation
May 15, 2017
Honoring O'Neill Police Chief
Chester Calkins
(read memorial speech for chief calkins here)
MAY 16, 2017
Honoring EWING TOWN MARSHALL Albert J. Anson
(READ MEMORIAL SPEECH FOR MARSHALL ANSON HERE)
MAY 17, 2017
Honoring STUART TOWN MARSHALL
DELBERT ADDISON
(READ MEMORIAL SPEECH FOR MARSHALL Addison HERE)
MAY 18, 2017
Honoring Holt county sheriff
bernard f. kearns
(READ MEMORIAL SPEECH FOR SHERIFF KEARNS HERE)
MAY 19, 2017
HONORING THE NATION'S FALLEN LAW ENFORCEMENT
(READ MEMORIAL SPEECH FOR ALL LAW ENFORCEMENT HERE)
May 14-20, 2017 is National Police Week.
In 2016, there were 145 officers who lost their life in the line of duty. To date this year there are 47 line of duty deaths, and many more officers who have sustained injuries while performing their duties.
This week we spend time honoring those who have lost their lives while serving their communities. We pay tribute to these heroes as they made the ultimate sacrifice while serving the communities they held dear. We also pay tribute to the families of those fallen officers.
This week we shall pay tribute to 4 fallen officers from Holt County. Each day we will conduct a wreath laying ceremony on the front lawn area of the Holt County Courthouse in O'Neill, Nebraska. Once the short ceremony of the wreath presentation is complete the officer will stand until 1:00 p.m. in honor of that officer and their family.
We will also broadcast live on Facebook each day for the wreath presentation. The schedule is listed below. We hope some of you are able to make it. If not you can see our post each day here on Facebook.
Monday- Chief Chester "Chet" Calkins, O'Neill
Tuesday- Marshal Albert Anson, Ewing
Wednesday- Marshal Delbert Addison, Stuart
Thursday- Sheriff Bernard Kearns, Holt County
Friday- All Law Enforcement Officer's killed in the line of duty.
In 2016, there were 145 officers who lost their life in the line of duty. To date this year there are 47 line of duty deaths, and many more officers who have sustained injuries while performing their duties.
This week we spend time honoring those who have lost their lives while serving their communities. We pay tribute to these heroes as they made the ultimate sacrifice while serving the communities they held dear. We also pay tribute to the families of those fallen officers.
This week we shall pay tribute to 4 fallen officers from Holt County. Each day we will conduct a wreath laying ceremony on the front lawn area of the Holt County Courthouse in O'Neill, Nebraska. Once the short ceremony of the wreath presentation is complete the officer will stand until 1:00 p.m. in honor of that officer and their family.
We will also broadcast live on Facebook each day for the wreath presentation. The schedule is listed below. We hope some of you are able to make it. If not you can see our post each day here on Facebook.
Monday- Chief Chester "Chet" Calkins, O'Neill
Tuesday- Marshal Albert Anson, Ewing
Wednesday- Marshal Delbert Addison, Stuart
Thursday- Sheriff Bernard Kearns, Holt County
Friday- All Law Enforcement Officer's killed in the line of duty.
Arrest made after pursuit
April 19, 2017
The O'Neill Police Department was involved in a vehicular pursuit on April 18, 2017. Sgt. Robert Jensen with the O'Neill Police Department attempted to stop a vehicle for a moving violation when the vehicle began to flee. The vehicle drove through fields and eventually ended up stuck in a creek northeast of O'Neill. The driver of the vehicle identified as Amos Mosel, age 31, of Aurora, Nebraska, then exited the vehicle and ran, he was found hiding in the grass. Mosel was allegedly armed with a handgun and was apprehended by Chief Matt Otte and Sheriff Ben Matchett without incident. Mosel was incarcerated at the Holt County Jail with multiple charges pending involving several jurisdictions.
The O'Neill Police Department would like to thank the Holt County Sheriff's Office, the Atkinson Police Department, Nebraska State Patrol, the O'Neill Fire Department, and A & J Tire & Auto Repair Towing Service for their assistance, it was greatly appreciated.
Matthew Otte
Chief of Police
The O'Neill Police Department was involved in a vehicular pursuit on April 18, 2017. Sgt. Robert Jensen with the O'Neill Police Department attempted to stop a vehicle for a moving violation when the vehicle began to flee. The vehicle drove through fields and eventually ended up stuck in a creek northeast of O'Neill. The driver of the vehicle identified as Amos Mosel, age 31, of Aurora, Nebraska, then exited the vehicle and ran, he was found hiding in the grass. Mosel was allegedly armed with a handgun and was apprehended by Chief Matt Otte and Sheriff Ben Matchett without incident. Mosel was incarcerated at the Holt County Jail with multiple charges pending involving several jurisdictions.
The O'Neill Police Department would like to thank the Holt County Sheriff's Office, the Atkinson Police Department, Nebraska State Patrol, the O'Neill Fire Department, and A & J Tire & Auto Repair Towing Service for their assistance, it was greatly appreciated.
Matthew Otte
Chief of Police
NEBRASKA CRIME STOPPERS OFFERING REWARD FOR THEFT FROM ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH IN O’NEILL, NEBRASKA
(Courtesy of KBRX Radio)
APRIL 10, 2017
A reward has been offered for information which will lead to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the theft of the Luna and relic of St. Patrick of Ireland from St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in O’Neill, Nebraska. The O’Neill Police Department is investigating the theft from St. Patrick’s Catholic Church where the Luna, which contains the relic of St. Patrick of Ireland, was taken from inside the Church. The relic is a small piece of red cloth with a small piece of bone from St. Patrick. On the relic is a small label stating “St. Patricius.” The Luna and relic were noticed missing on 02-08-2017. The Luna was taken from the reliquary, which contains the monstrance, which held the Luna. If you have any information, please call the Nebraska Crime Stoppers Hotline at 800-422-1494 Or you can report this crime from your computer or smartphone, through the Nebraska Crime Stoppers webpage at www.nebraskacrimestoppers.com, by simply clicking on the tab, “Leave a Tip.” By utilizing a crime stoppers program in your area, you can remain anonymous and you may be eligible for reward money if the information given leads to an arrest or conviction.
(Courtesy of KBRX Radio)
APRIL 10, 2017
A reward has been offered for information which will lead to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the theft of the Luna and relic of St. Patrick of Ireland from St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in O’Neill, Nebraska. The O’Neill Police Department is investigating the theft from St. Patrick’s Catholic Church where the Luna, which contains the relic of St. Patrick of Ireland, was taken from inside the Church. The relic is a small piece of red cloth with a small piece of bone from St. Patrick. On the relic is a small label stating “St. Patricius.” The Luna and relic were noticed missing on 02-08-2017. The Luna was taken from the reliquary, which contains the monstrance, which held the Luna. If you have any information, please call the Nebraska Crime Stoppers Hotline at 800-422-1494 Or you can report this crime from your computer or smartphone, through the Nebraska Crime Stoppers webpage at www.nebraskacrimestoppers.com, by simply clicking on the tab, “Leave a Tip.” By utilizing a crime stoppers program in your area, you can remain anonymous and you may be eligible for reward money if the information given leads to an arrest or conviction.
* TRAILER HAS BEEN RECOVERED CHARGES ARE PENDING *STOLEN TRAILER
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* VEHICLE HAS BEEN RECOVERED *STOLEN VEHICLE
03-24-2017 In the late evening of 03-23-17 or early morning hours of 03-24-17, a 1999 Green Mercury Sable GS, 4 door, was stolen from the area of 1st and Grant Street. The license plate is 63A383.Should anyone have any information regarding this case, please contact the O'Neill Police Department. |
PRESS RELEASE
3-01-2017 The O’Neill Police Department has recently received multiple complaints concerning a scam involving EBay motors. The scam involves the advertisement of a camper trailer for sale and “EBay motors” requires the buyer to purchase One Vanilla cards as a payment method. The One Vanilla cards are then supposed to be used to pay EBay itself. When using EBay, the buyer never pays EBay directly, rather any payments for merchandise will be paid directly to the seller/vendor. Due to the high number of scams plaguing our communities, the O’Neill Police Department would like to remind you to never provide personal or identifying information over the telephone, and never wire money requested over the phone, or in an e-mail, especially to a foreign address. If something seems suspicious or appears to be to good to be true it probably is. If you receive any calls or suspicious documents in the mail, please contact the O'Neill Police Department immediately. Matthew Otte Chief of Police |
O'Neill Police Department
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On September 16, 2016 O'Neill Fire & Rescue honored
50 year fire department member Jim Rodman.
50 year fire department member Jim Rodman.