Trooper dies after being hit by snowplow while responding to crash
CASS COUNTY, Neb. (KOLN/Gray News) - A Nebraska trooper died after he was hit by a snowplow while responding to a crash in winter weather conditions.
The Nebraska State Patrol says 31-year-old Trooper Kyle McAcy was killed Monday morning while responding to a crash on Interstate 80 between Greenwood and Ashland, KOLN reports.
While McAcy was outside his patrol unit, authorities say he was hit by the driver of a snowplow. Other troopers immediately rushed to his aid, but he died on scene.
McAcy was a 10-year veteran of the state patrol. He was a graduate of Camp 56 and wore badge #302. He had served in the patrol division, carrier enforcement and as a crisis negotiator. He was stationed in Omaha.
“Our NSP family is devastated today,” said Col. John Bolduc, superintendent of the state patrol, in a statement. “Kyle was a dedicated trooper, a devoted public servant, and most importantly a good friend to many in Omaha and beyond. His loss is being felt by countless people. Please keep his family, friends, colleagues, and community in your hearts as they deal with this unimaginable loss.”
The Sarpy County Sheriff’s Office was asked to conduct the crash investigation.
With winter weather conditions continuing across the state, authorities are urging all drivers to be safe if they must travel.
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