Crime
Nebraska State Patrol Investigates Apparent Murder-Suicide Attempt in Seward
Hagen and Kindt were previously engaged following a two-year relationship, according to court records.
Seward, NE – Newly released court documents provide further insight into what authorities believe was an attempted murder-suicide that took place over the weekend in Seward.
According to the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP), 36-year-old Jamie Hagen was found deceased in her home on Saturday, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
Officers also discovered 54-year-old Casey Kindt at the scene with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Court records reveal that Hagen had filed a protection order against Kindt on December 18, 2024, just two days after he allegedly assaulted her and threatened both her and her daughter on December 16.
Following the incident, Kindt faced multiple charges, including terroristic threats, third-degree domestic assault resulting in injury, and child abuse (no injury).
After his initial arrest, Kindt posted bond but was taken back into custody in early January for violating the terms of his release by contacting Hagen.
Prosecutors sought to revoke his bond, but Judge C. Jo Petersen instead raised it to $75,000. Kindt posted bond on Friday, just one day before the fatal shooting.
Authorities confirmed that a juvenile inside the residence made the 911 call reporting the incident.
Hagen and Kindt were previously engaged following a two-year relationship, according to court records.
Investigators also confirmed that Kindt was legally prohibited from possessing a firearm at the time of the shooting.
Kindt is currently receiving treatment for life-threatening injuries at UNMC in Omaha.
The Nebraska State Patrol is leading the ongoing homicide investigation.
Crime
Wyoming Tragedy: 3 children killed, 1 fighting for life after Byron shooting
Sources confirmed woman shot and killed her children – All under age of 10
Byron, WY – Authorities are investigating a devastating shooting incident that occurred Monday afternoon in the small town of Byron, Wyoming, leaving multiple victims, both deceased and injured.
According to Big Horn County Sheriff Ken Blackburn, law enforcement responded to a 911 call at approximately 1:30 p.m. reporting gunfire at a residence on the south side of Byron.
Upon arrival, officers from the Big Horn County Sheriff’s Office, Wyoming Highway Patrol, and Lovell Police Department discovered multiple gunshot victims inside the home.
Some were found alive and in need of medical attention, while others were deceased.
Among those affected was Cliff Harshman, a devoted father and husband, who suffered the unimaginable loss of his three daughters, one still fighting for life.
Sources have confirmed that the suspect, Tranyelle Harshman, is believed to have fatally shot her children, all of whom were under the age of 10.
The sheriff’s office has not yet specified how many individuals perished or survived the attack.
Several victims were transported by ambulance to North Big Horn Hospital in Lovell for emergency treatment.
Their conditions remain unknown.
To assist with the investigation, Sheriff Blackburn has requested support from the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) to process the scene.
Authorities have reassured the public that there is no active threat to the community at this time.
Sheriff Blackburn expressed gratitude to the Wyoming Highway Patrol, Lovell Police Department, local hospitals, and emergency responders for their swift response to the tragedy.
“Our hearts and prayers go out to all those affected by this devastating incident,” Sheriff Blackburn stated.
Byron is a small farming community located approximately 12 miles southwest of Lovell, Wyoming. The investigation remains ongoing, and additional details are expected to be released as authorities continue their work.