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A former UFC fighter from Nebraska, 38-year-old Anthony Smith, was arrested in Sarpy County on Monday on charges of attempted first-degree domestic violence, terroristic threats, and first-degree false imprisonment. Court documents are sealed, with his first court appearance set for Wednesday morning. Smith grew up in Nebraska City and fought in the UFC from 2013 to 2025.
A three-vehicle crash in Sarpy County on Highway 75 resulted in the death of a 52-year-old woman, Ashley Jones, and minor injuries to a 26-year-old man, Ryan Keck. The crash occurred when Jones slowed down for a disabled semitruck and was hit from behind by Keck's vehicle. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Two men have been identified as the victims of separate car crashes in Sarpy County. Stephen Kess, 72, died in a collision with a semitrailer truck on Interstate 80, while Anthony Barnes, 20, rear-ended a box truck. The causes of both crashes are under investigation, and witnesses are urged to come forward with any information.
A 17-year-old named James Sullivan died in a single-vehicle crash in Sarpy County, Nebraska. Sullivan lost control of the vehicle while trying to turn, causing it to roll. Another 17-year-old passenger was injured but is expected to recover. Alcohol is not believed to have played a role in the accident.