17-year-old high school athlete killed in crash, sheriff’s office says

17-year-old Gavin Reisbeck died following a Christmas Day crash. (SOURCE: KSNB)
Published: Dec. 29, 2024 at 11:55 AM MST
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PLEASANTON, Neb. (KSNB/Gray News) - A 17-year-old high school athlete died in a single-vehicle crash in Nebraska Wednesday night.

The Buffalo County Sheriff’s Office identified the student as Gavin Reisbeck.

According to the sheriff’s office, Reisbeck lost control of his Ford F-150 while driving on a gravel road near Pleasanton. The vehicle entered the north ditch, rolled and struck a power pole.

Reisbeck was ejected from the vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Officials said three others were inside the vehicle, all 15 years old. The teens were taken to hospitals.

The Buffalo County Attorney’s Office has ordered an autopsy.

Reisbeck was a junior at Ravenna Public Schools and excelled at multiple sports including football, basketball and golf. He was also a member of the school’s robotics team.