Ivan Messersmith

Murdered
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Ivan Messersmith, a 21-year-old resident of Lincoln, Nebraska, tragically passed away on November 11, 2020, following a series of unfortunate events that unfolded over a few days. Ivan's death was the result of an accidental shooting, which occurred in the early hours of November 6, 2020, when a firearm discharged during a struggle between two individuals. Ivan was not directly involved in the struggle but was fatally wounded as a bystander.

The incident took place in a residence in Lin ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Ivan Messersmith

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Lincoln

    NE

    2020-11-11

    21

    Ivan

    Messersmith

    Yes

    12/01/2024

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