(Central Nebraska Today)
HASTINGS — On July 28, 2025, at approximately 5:00p.m., the Hastings Police Department was dispatched to an address in the 300 block of South Elm Avenue following a report of an unresponsive infant located inside of a parked vehicle.
Upon arrival, officers assumed life-saving efforts until Hastings Fire and Rescue arrived to continue medical care. The child, a 5-month-old male, was transported to Mary Lanning Healthcare, where, tragically, he was later pronounced deceased.
The preliminary investigation determined that the child succumbed to extreme heat exposure. Later that evening, the child’s father, Jeremy Hansen, was arrested on charges of negligent child abuse resulting in death.
This is a heartbreaking incident and our hearts go out to the family, friends, first responders, and all those affected by this unimaginable loss. We extend our deepest condolences and are committed to supporting those impacted during this difficult time.
