Crime
Texas Man Bryan Jeselink Arrested in Connection with Fatal Shooting of Billie Meadows in Dodge County
DODGE COUNTY, Neb. — The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Saturday, April 12, 2025, near the intersection of Highway 30 and County Road 5 in Dodge County.
Deputies initially responded to a report of a vehicle crash and upon arrival, discovered an adult female victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
The woman was transported to Methodist Fremont Health and later transferred to Nebraska Medicine, where she succumbed to her injuries.
The victim has been identified as Billie S. Meadows, 24, of Georgia.
Investigators have determined that the incident appears to be domestic violence-related, and there is currently no ongoing threat to the public.
As part of the investigation, authorities arrested Bryan K. Jeselink, 39, of Texas, who was identified as the primary suspect.
It has been confirmed that Jeselink and Meadows were in a domestic relationship for over a year.
The pair had reportedly arrived in Nebraska approximately two weeks ago for work-related purposes in the Columbus area.
“We are working diligently to gather all facts and ensure the individual responsible is held accountable,” said Sheriff Weitzel. “We appreciate the public’s patience and support as this investigation moves forward.” The Sheriff’s Office also extended its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the victim.
The investigation remains ongoing with assistance from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Nebraska State Patrol, North Bend Volunteer Fire Department, Fremont Fire Department, Nebraska Game and Parks, Fremont Police Department, and the Platte County Sheriff’s Office.
Anyone who may have witnessed or heard anything unusual in the area during the time of the incident is urged to contact investigators.
Anonymous tips can be submitted through Dodge County Area Crimestoppers at (402) 727-4002, or by calling the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office directly at (402) 727-2700.
Additional updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.