Meadow Grove, NE Area Cold Cases

Name

Humberto Cortez

Age

31

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

On june 21, 1996, a partially decomposed male body was discovered in a rail car by a paxton & vierling steel co. Employee. The body was identified in december 2009 as that of humberto cortez.

Agency

Iowa

Name

Johnny Shields

Age

32

Cause of Death

Missing

Info

Johnny joe shields, who lived with his mother in carter lake, iowa, was heard leaving the residence at 2 a.M. On thursday, december 15, 1988, and has never returned to his residence nor contacted his family. The 32-year-old left personal belongings and his pickup truck behind, and was reported missing to the carter lake police department on friday, december 16, 1988

Agency

Iowa

Name

Robert Bates III

Age

39

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Robert bruce “kip” bates — a 39-year-old marine who fought in operation desert storm — was shot twice around 10 p.M. Thursday, sept. 27, 2007, at the carter lake “jump start” convenience store after stepping outside to take a break.He never should have been there.Bates’ girlfriend, tracy kaiser, expected to deliver the couple’s child within the month, and bates hadn’t been scheduled to work that night but switched schedules with another employee.Bates worked alone at the store that night, and when he went out the front door to take a break, was shot twice in about two seconds.“the shooter did walk up to the store entrance where he was met by the victim,” said pottawattamie county deputy sgt. Dwayne riche.

Agency

Iowa

Name

Andrea Georgeson

Age

42

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Andrea georgeson was working her first overnight shift at her second job when she was murdered. She was savagely ripped from our lives, leaving a hole in our hearts. Please help us find closure for our beloved daughter, sister, and aunt.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Anthony Hollingsworth Jr

Age

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

The day we learned of anthony's tragic death was the day our world shattered into a million pieces. The void left by him is a constant ache in our souls. Every milestone, every family gathering, and every quiet moment is tinged with the absence of him. We ask for justice, not just for anthony, but for all of us who continue to carry the burden of his loss every day.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Antonio Simonds

Age

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Antonio or montez as his family called him, was a family-oriented man. He had some bumps in the road but was able to turn his life around. He started working full-time, got an apartment and focused on his 2 kids. He was taken away from his family before he could start.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Antonio Taliaferro

Age

18

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Antonio was a loving son, brother, nephew, cousin and friend who loved to play basketball. His beautiful eyes and smile were everything to his mother. He is truly missed and will live forever through everyone that he loved and loved him.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Barry Averett III

Age

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Barry dewayne averett was a kind and loving person. He made mistakes in his life just like everybody else. No person in this world is without sin. We love him and miss him dearly and would like closure in the homicide of his tragic death.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Brandin Princole

Age

18

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Brandin princole was a wonderful son, brother, and uncle. He was a wonderful, amazing person to all of his family and friends who loved him with all of their hearts. Taken too soon, gone but not forgotten.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Brandon Thomas

Age

22

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Brandon thomas was a very happy person who everyone loved. He was a father to a beautiful boy that he was taken from too soon.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Charles Toles

Age

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Charles toles was a family-oriented man who always looked out for his mother and children. He’d just started college, wanting to become a counselor to help troubled youth. He was a comedian in his own right, always making people laugh. He left behind two daughters.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Cornail Hill Jr

Age

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Cornail hill jr. Was taken from his family at the tender age of 15. He was walking home from a friend's house and never made it to see his family. Cornail was loved by many. He was an exceptional athlete, son, brother, grandson, nephew, and uncle.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Cornelius Hodges

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Cornelius was an angel. He was a quiet person who didn’t bother anyone. His family has suffered greatly from his loss. There's a hole in my soul that will never be right.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Damon Jackson

Age

35

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Damon was a loving son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend. The loss has put a void in the hearts of everyone that loves him. His legacy will live through his family and friends.

Agency

Omaha

Name

David Cooper

Age

58

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

David cooper and kevin were sitting in a chevrolet trailblazer parked in the area 4111 miami street when both were fatally shot on thursday, september 10, 2015. Opd officers were dispatched to the area regarding a shooting at 7:06 p.M. And upon arrival both david and kevin were pronounced deceased at the scene.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Kevin Pace

Age

42

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Kevin pace was loving, caring, and generous. His family thanks god for him.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Deroshia Matthews

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Deroshia matthews was a former teacher's aide and crossing guard at clifton hill school. Ms. Matthews was formerly from jackson, ms, where she studied music and psychology at jackson state university. Her son kamal matthews was a second-grader who liked to ride his bike and read comics.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Kamal Matthews

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

Deroshia matthews was a former teacher's aide and crossing guard at clifton hill school. Ms. Matthews was formerly from jackson, ms, where she studied music and psychology at jackson state university. Her son kamal matthews was a second-grader who liked to ride his bike and read comics.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Devon Brown

Age

22

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Devon brown was the light of his family, the one nobody could stay mad around. He always knew how to make everyone happy.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Edward Reed III

Age

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Edward shannon reed iii was a beautiful son, father, brother, and uncle that was always there for his family and friends. He is still greatly missed.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Elijah Jackson

Age

24

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Elijah jackson was a loving son, father, brother, and uncle! He always enjoyed family, football, and having a good time, but most of all, he was his mother's best friend! He's gone but never forgotten!

Agency

Omaha

Name

Fonta Whitlock-Morris

Age

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Fonta was a loving and caring man, with a beautiful soul. He would help anyone in need and loved being around his family. He was a hardworking man and self-taught carpenter. He was our sunshine on a cloudy day and was tragically taken away from us on 05/24/2007. We need to have justice prevail so that we can have closure. He is forever missed.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Gary Lesac

Age

31

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Although gary lesac's life was cut short, one of his gifts was his ability to relate to animals. He also enjoyed nature, being outdoors and fishing.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Gilberto Hernandez-Vazquez

Age

72

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

On thursday, august 23, 2012, gilberto hernandez-vazquez was in the area of 19th and y street selling ice cream from his ice cream stand when he was shot. Omaha police officers were dispatched to the area at 8:22 p.M. In reference to a shooting and located gilberto down in the middle of the street being attended to by ofd personnel. Gilberto was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Irvin Settje Jr

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

My oldest brother was forcibly taken from his family in april 1988. That devastated my parents. He was my mom's best friend and took her everywhere. I personally had to take care of the funeral arrangements.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Jakela Foster

Age

20

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Jakela foster was a beautiful devoted mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and friend who loved to live life and laugh. Jakela's laughter will forever be missed and her love will forever be felt. Latecia fox was a loving daughter, sister, niece, cousin and friend that was full of love, life and laughter. "Tish" had a heart of gold and the spirit of a warrior. Her love and laughter will forever be remembered. Cameron harris was a loving son, nephew, cousin and uncle. Not only was he loved by family, he was loved by his community. He would often help around his neighborhood where he grew up in southside terrace. All the kids loved him and he did a lot for them. For christmas he would buy all the kids in the family gifts. Though he didn't get a chance to have any of his own, you couldn't tell. People would come to him for advice. He was very well respected and people trusted him. He didn't have any enemies. If you were to ask about him, they would say all positive things. Even seven years later his name still lives on through people and he inspired many. Some would even call him a legend and he will forever live on through us!

Agency

Omaha

Name

Latecia Fox

Age

24

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Jakela foster was a beautiful devoted mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and friend who loved to live life and laugh. Jakela's laughter will forever be missed and her love will forever be felt. Latecia fox was a loving daughter, sister, niece, cousin and friend that was full of love, life and laughter. "Tish" had a heart of gold and the spirit of a warrior. Her love and laughter will forever be remembered. Cameron harris was a loving son, nephew, cousin and uncle. Not only was he loved by family, he was loved by his community. He would often help around his neighborhood where he grew up in southside terrace. All the kids loved him and he did a lot for them. For christmas he would buy all the kids in the family gifts. Though he didn't get a chance to have any of his own, you couldn't tell. People would come to him for advice. He was very well respected and people trusted him. He didn't have any enemies. If you were to ask about him, they would say all positive things. Even seven years later his name still lives on through people and he inspired many. Some would even call him a legend and he will forever live on through us!

Agency

Omaha

Name

Cameron Harris

Age

27

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Jakela foster was a beautiful devoted mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and friend who loved to live life and laugh. Jakela's laughter will forever be missed and her love will forever be felt. Latecia fox was a loving daughter, sister, niece, cousin and friend that was full of love, life and laughter. "Tish" had a heart of gold and the spirit of a warrior. Her love and laughter will forever be remembered. Cameron harris was a loving son, nephew, cousin and uncle. Not only was he loved by family, he was loved by his community. He would often help around his neighborhood where he grew up in southside terrace. All the kids loved him and he did a lot for them. For christmas he would buy all the kids in the family gifts. Though he didn't get a chance to have any of his own, you couldn't tell. People would come to him for advice. He was very well respected and people trusted him. He didn't have any enemies. If you were to ask about him, they would say all positive things. Even seven years later his name still lives on through people and he inspired many. Some would even call him a legend and he will forever live on through us!

Agency

Omaha

Name

Jameila Hesseltine

Age

28

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Jameila hesseltine was a beautiful loyal mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and friend that devoted her life to her two boys and her love to anyone who loved her. She loved living life, laughing at every moment and loving at every opportunity.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Carl Reed

Age

29

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Jameila hesseltine was a beautiful loyal mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and friend that devoted her life to her two boys and her love to anyone who loved her. She loved living life, laughing at every moment and loving at every opportunity.

Agency

Omaha

Name

James Moss Jr

Age

37

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

James moss jr. Was a loyal son, father, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend that loved hard and was loyal to those loyal to him. He will live forever through all that love him.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Janee Hadan

Age

24

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Janee hadan was a beautiful, full of life, loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt, granddaughter, niece, cousin and friend with a heart of gold; she will live forever through those who love her.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Jasmine Harris

Age

21

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Jasmine harris was a beautiful daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and friend that loved to laugh and live life. Jasmine was a beautiful free spirit that had so much more life to live; may she forever live in the hearts of all that love her.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Jeffrey Snoddy

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

It's been over 15 long devastating years since my son was murdered. It seems as though it was just yesterday that he was stolen from us. This pain in my heart is very excruciating, especially since there has been no justice. I'm still wondering every single day who did this and why... My life hasn't been the same since. We need closure..... Not knowing who murdered my son is a pain it's self.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Jeffrey Moore

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

May 1, 2008... Gone but not forgotten... Loving father/grandson you're truly missed.

Agency

Omaha

Name

John Gerber

Age

Cause of Death

Homicide

Info

John gerber was a beloved father to five children and uncle to nine nieces and nephews. He was an open and caring person, who accepted everyone at face value with no judgment. He was taken too early from his family and friends. The loss is still very painful without any kind of closure.

Agency

Omaha

Name

JohnTavious Swift

Age

16

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Johntavious swift got off a school bus in the area of 36th and forest lawn avenue wednesday, september 24, 2014 to walk home after school. A vehicle drove up and a suspect got out of the vehicle and fired several shots at johntavious. At 3:28 p.M., omaha police officers were dispatched to the area regarding a shooting. Officers locate johntavious in the area suffering from a gunshot wound. Medics on scene transport johntavious to a local hospital with cpr in progress. Johntavious later died from his injuries. Anyone with information, please call or message the omaha police cold case homicide unit at 402-444-5656 or opdcoldcase@cityofomaha.Org. Those who wish to remain anonymous and be eligible for the $25,000 reward must contact omaha crime stoppers directly at (402) 444-stop or through the p3 tips mobile app. Additional information on omaha crime stoppers available on www.Omahacrimestoppers.Org.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Johnton Banks

Age

23

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

Johnton banks was a very special son, brother, uncle and father that was truly loved and will be missed greatly.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Kenvaughn Glass

Age

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

N 24th / vane streets. Kenvaughn shakur glass is one of six children. Family was very important to kenvaughn. He loved sports, was an excellent athlete, and a good sportsman. It’s been four long, miserable years without kenvaughn. Kenvaughn is very loved and missed. Please let’s get some justice for my grandson, son, nephew, uncle, cousin, and friend.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Kevon Green

Age

23

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

30th and sorensen parkway. Kevon green was a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend, who was loved by many. He was a quiet, humble soul with a big heart and beautiful smile. Kevon had such a bright future and was taken from us way too soon but never forgotten. He is truly missed by all who love him. Kevon will forever be in our hearts.

Agency

Omaha

Name

LaDontae Daugherty

Age

21

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

37th and bedford avenue. Ladontae daugherty was a loving and loyal father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend that lived for his family and loved to laugh. He will live forever through his family and friends.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Lamond Strong

Age

23

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

5701 south 29th avenue. Lamond strong was a loyal son, father, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend. Lamond loved to laugh, making everyone around him laugh. May his laughter forever be remembered.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Laura Linehan

Age

Cause of Death

Strangulation

Info

2804 larimore ave. She was a great mom. She loved everyone and would do anything for anybody. She was very outdoorsy, helped her community, and always made people laugh. She is truly missed and loved every second of the day.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Levi Brown

Age

34

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

4921 north 60th street. Levi brown was a loving son, father, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend that lived a life of love and laughter. He is missed with every breath.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Markell Brewer

Age

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

31 / decatur streets. Markell was a very hard worker with an outgoing personality. He was also a very generous and loyal person. Whenever you saw him he had the biggest, beautiful smile on his face. His life was cut short on september 4, 2016, on his night off from work as he stood in front of his grandmother's house. Left behind his daughter, mya markell.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Markquis Walker

Age

Cause of Death

Injury

Info

N 24th st/pratt st. God 1st, his daughter 2nd, his family 3rd in that order. We all need justice from this senseless crime. Markquis walker aka kuis antone didn't deserve what happened to him.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Markus Watts

Age

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

N 28th st/kansas ave. Markus is missed dearly. He was a great son and loving father. He always put his family first.

Agency

Omaha

Name

MarRico Gafford Sr

Age

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

3343 larimore street. Marrico gafford (a.K.A.) “punken” was the nickname given to him when he was a little boy from our beloved mother. He was a very intelligent and handsome young man with a heart of gold. He genuinely loved his family and people, and they loved him too. He was an excellent father and provider. Loved sports, classic cars, and electronic games.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Mercedes Cayaxon

Age

39

Cause of Death

Strangulation

Info

11255 evans street #10. Mercedes de leon cayaxon was a hardworking single mother who was working to support her children in guatemala. Mercedes loved her children dearly. She enjoyed cooking healthy foods.

Agency

Omaha

Name

Michael Rowell

Age

23

Cause of Death

Shooting

Info

6212 maple street. On thursday, august 8, 2019, at 11:44 p.M., officers with the omaha police department were dispatched to 6212 maple street, mid-town benson area, regarding a shooting. Upon arrival, officers along with ofd located michael rowell down in the parking lot suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Michael was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Agency

Omaha