Missing Nebraska mother found dead after more than a year; Homicide case opened
Jerica Hamre (Credit: Lincoln Police Department)
LINCOLN, Neb. - Nebraska authorities said they have found the remains of a deceased mother, who had been missing for over the year.
Investigators have identified a person of interest who is currently in custody on unrelated charges, and there is no ongoing threat to the community.
What we know:
The Lincoln Police Department said Jerica Hamre was found on December 17 on a rural farm in Furnas County, near Oxford.
A representative of the property’s owner was inspecting the farm in preparation for a sale when the body was discovered in a remote outbuilding.
Investigators do not believe Hamre had any connection to the property or its owners.
Her death is being investigated as a homicide.
What we don't know:
The investigation is now entering its next phase, focusing on how and when she died and identifying who is responsible for Jerica’s death.
What they're saying:
"LPD [Lincoln Police Department] wants to thank all of you — thousands on social media — who shared about her disappearance, called in tips and kept her story in the news," authorities said in a Facebook post.
The backstory:
Hamre was reported missing from Lincoln on July 3, 2024.
What you can do:
Anyone with information is asked to call our non-emergency number at 402-441-6000. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 402-475-3600, report online at lincolncrimestoppers.com or download the free P3 app.
The Source: Information in this story was provided by the Lincoln Police Department. This story was reported from Los Angeles.