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Assault with a Deadly Weapon Investigation

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Subject: Assault with a Deadly Weapon Investigation
Date: 05/04/2026
Location: Madison County

On May 3, 2026, Madison County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a disturbance near 1810 North Airport Road that led to a stabbing.
Around 9:40 p.m., a woman called dispatch saying several people tried to assault her. She also reported that she stabbed one person during the incident.
When deputies and a Nebraska State Patrol trooper arrived, they spoke with the caller near the scene. Other officers went to a nearby residence, where they found signs of a fight in and around a camper, including blood and evidence of a struggle.
Later, Norfolk police found a vehicle connected to the incident at Faith Regional Health Services. The victim, a 36-year-old female from Norfolk, was being treated for two stab wounds to her arms, including a serious cut to one forearm.
Investigators learned that several people had come to the property before the incident. According to statements, a verbal argument turned into a physical fight, during which a knife was used.
Tianna White, 27, of South Dakota, was arrested on charges of first-degree assault and use of a deadly weapon. She was taken to the Madison County Jail.
The incident remains under investigation.

Sheriff Todd Volk

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Fatality Accident

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Subject: Fatality Accident
Date: 04/29/2026
Location: Highway 275 and 541st Avenue

On April 29th, 2026, at approximately 4:18 a.m., a double fatality accident occurred on Highway 275 and 541st Avenue, in Madison County 2 miles East of Meadow Grove.

Through an investigation conducted on the scene, it was determined that a Blue 2018 Honda Odyssey traveling westbound on Highway 275 crossed over the center line. This caused a head on collision with a 2026 Peterbilt Tractor Truck hauling an empty tank trailer traveling Eastbound. The Honda spun around and came to rest facing Eastbound in the Westbound Lane. The Peterbilt came to rest facing Eastbound in a field on the Southside of Highway 275.

The driver of the Honda Odyssey, 51-year-old Lynn Phelps of Hastings, OK, and the passenger of the Honda Odyssey, 51-year-old Robert Phelps of Hastings, OK, were pronounced deceased on the scene. Next of kin has been notified.

The driver of the Peterbilt Tractor Truck , 71-year-old Michael Klasna of Emmet, NE was transported to Faith Health to be treated for injuries. 

Seatbelts were worn by all involved. 

Agencies involved were; Madison County Sheriff’s Office, Nebraska State Patrol, Meadow Grove Fire and Rescue, and Battle Creek Fire and Rescue. The accident is still under investigation by The Madison County Sheriff’s Office.

Sheriff Todd Volk
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Hwy 275 closure

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Subject: Hwy 275 closure
Date: 04/29/2026
Location: 2 miles EAST of Meadow Grove Hwy 275

Immediately announce please. Time: 6:00 am.

Highway 275 is closed from Meadow Grove EAST to the Hwy 121 intersection, due to a fatality accident. Local traffic allowed in areas.
Find alternate routes. 
Sheriff Volk
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Hwy 275 closure UPDATE

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Subject: Hwy 275 closure UPDATE
Date: 04/29/2026
Location: 2 miles EAST of Meadow Grove Hwy 275

UPDATE as of 8:40 AM April 29, 2026

The area of Hwy 275 near Meadow Grove has been opened. Thank you to all the drivers, who were patient and understanding while this accident was being investigated.

More information will follow.

Sheriff Volk

Immediately announce please. Time: 6:00 am.

Highway 275 is closed from Meadow Grove EAST to the Hwy 121 intersection, due to a fatality accident. Local traffic allowed in areas.
Find alternate routes. 
Sheriff Volk
Approve and send Last updated 04/29/2026 at 08:45 by Todd Volk 907
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