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.
Crime
Former Texas Worship Minister and Christian Musician Jon Sheptock Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — A married Christian musician and former worship minister who once performed at a rally for former President Donald Trump has been arrested on multiple child sexual abuse material (CSAM) charges, authorities confirmed.
According to officials, Jon Sheptock, a former minister at First Montgomery Baptist Church, was taken into custody on September 26 by detectives from the Montgomery County Constable’s Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation Unit.
He faces charges of possession and production of child pornography following a detailed investigation into allegations of long-term misconduct.
The arrest was based on testimony from a woman who alleged that Sheptock stole a photograph of her approximately nine years ago, when she was 17 years old.
The victim told investigators that after sending her the image, Sheptock demanded explicit photographs and later sent her a video depicting a violent assault, warning that he “did not want that to happen to her.”
Court records further indicate that Sheptock showed the victim nude images of both adults and minors on his computer.
Investigators allege that the misconduct continued as recently as October 2023, when Sheptock reportedly sent a text message to the victim containing a nude image of young girls.
Before his arrest, Sheptock was widely known as a Christian recording artist and motivational speaker.
His now-deleted website biography stated that he was born without arms and with one leg shorter than the other, yet went on to describe himself as a “thriving Christian recording artist and speaker.” He has been married for 26 years and is the father of three daughters.
In a public statement, First Montgomery Baptist Church confirmed that Sheptock was immediately removed from all ministry responsibilities following his arrest.
The church emphasized that Sheptock did not hold any position involving direct contact with children, and there is no indication that minors associated with the church were involved or affected.
Sheptock gained wider public attention in January 2022, when he performed the national anthem at a rally for then-President Donald Trump, according to The Independent.
If convicted, Sheptock faces a potential prison sentence ranging from two to twenty years.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are encouraging anyone with additional information to contact the Montgomery County Constable’s Office Human Traffic.