Word has been received of the death of Robert J. McLeod, age 49 of Ainsworth, NE. Robert McLeod passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, NE. Per his wishes, no services will be held.
He is survived by his wife, Courtney McLeod of Ainsworth; three children, Breanna, Ella and Hunter McLeod all of Ainsworth; parentsin- law, Scott and Christy Mason of Long Pine, NE; along with four siblings and numerous other family members.
Memorials have been suggested to the family in Robert’s name for a future designation. Hoch Funeral Home of Ainsworth is assisting with arrangements. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hochfuneralhome. com.
The driver was contacted and removed the vehicle from the street.
Received a report of stolen items in Ainsworth. This is an ongoing investigation.
Received a Nebraska Crime Stopper’s Tip regarding a Juvenile in Ainsworth. A report was sent to the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services.
Issued verbal warning for equipment parked near Walnut Street in Ainsworth.
Received a report involving an Ainsworth resident involved in a phone scam. This is an ongoing investigation.
Responded to a report of harassment in Ainsworth. A traffic stop was initiated at the Main and 4th Street intersection. One Nebraska passenger was issued a citation for open container.
Tuesday, February 7th
Received multiple complaints of an individual walking on 4th Street in Ainsworth.
Assisted a Long Pine resident who is involved in a phone scam from an individual claiming they owe money for a DOT number. The caller was advised to contact the Nebraska State Patrol Carrier Enforcement to report the scam.
Responded to a report of assault involving three individuals at an Ainsworth residence. All three subjects filled out written statements regarding the occurrence and a report will be sent to the Brown County Attorney’s Office.
Received a report of suspected animal neglect/abuse in Long Pine. This is an ongoing investigation.
Received a complaint regarding a vehicle traveling in excess speeds within the city limits.
Wednesday, February 8th
Responded to a request for a welfare check at an Ainsworth home. The individual was found safe at this time.
Released an inmate from the Brown County Jail after they received a personal recognizance bond.
Thursday, February 9th
Responded to a civil disturbance on Maple Street in Ainsworth.
Friday, February 10th
Received a request for a welfare check on an infant in an Ainsworth home. The infant was found safe at this time. A report was sent to the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services.
The Brown County Sheriff’s Office and Ambulance Association, Ainsworth and Raven Fire Departments all responded to a one occupant, vehicle rollover accident on Highway 7, near mile marker 16. No injuries were reported and the driver refused medical transport and the vehicle was towed from the scene.
Responded to a domestic disturbance in Johnstown. During a traffic stop on Highway 7, mile marker 27, a citation was issued for speeding 81 mph in a 65 mph zone.
Saturday, February 11th
Received a tip regarding a matching car description sighting of an elderly missing couple in Nebraska. Caller was encouraged to report this to the Nebraska State Patrol as sighting was in Loup County and headed south. Dispatcher followed up on tip to ensure it was reported.
Responded to a domestic disturbance in Long Pine. Responded to a report of a semi traveling westbound from Rock County on Highway 20 with a flat tire. A Deputy was able to make contact with the driver at the 4th and Pine Street intersection and assisted locating a tire repair.
During a traffic stop in Ainsworth near the Ulrich and 2nd Street intersection, a Nebraska driver was booked into the Brown County Jail for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Weekly Summary
15 - Burn Permits were issued. 22 - Incident Reports were taken. 157 - Phone Calls were received. 9 - 911 Emergency Calls were received. 2 - Titles were inspected. 3 - Handgun Permits were applied for. 8 - Paper Services were served.
