Missing woman found safe; suspect in custody
By Jake Anderson, Tyra Tillman
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LINCOLN, NE (KETV) — A missing Lincoln woman was rescued, and a suspect was arrested after a SWAT operation Thursday night near Santa Fe Trail and Oregon Trail.
Police said they found 42-year-old Jesserae Beck safe inside a home and took 36-year-old Christopher Collins into custody.
Beck had been reported missing earlier in the day after her children requested a welfare check. Police initially found evidence of a struggle at Collins’ residence, but no sign of either individual.
Lincoln Police Chief Michon Morrow stated that SWAT officers encountered a strong odor of natural gas upon entering the home. Despite the hazardous conditions, they rescued Beck and detained Collins.
“Tonight was a true show of the grit and determination of the officers and investigators at the Lincoln Police Department,” Morrow said. “We are just incredibly grateful that we will be able to return Jesserae Beck to her family.”
Collins was taken into custody for domestic assault, kidnapping, false imprisonment, terroristic threats, use of a deadly weapon to commit a felony and protection order violation.
Lincoln Fire and Rescue cleared the home and surrounding area to ensure safety. Beck was taken to a hospital for evaluation and is expected to reunite with her family soon.
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