In the early morning hours of December 2, 2019, the life of 21-year-old Dustin Moheng, a Caucasian male, was tragically cut short in Omaha, Nebraska. His body was discovered in a yard near Ash and Weir Streets just before 8 a.m. by a passerby. First responders arrived at the scene, but it was too late; Moheng was pronounced deceased. The initial investigation by the Omaha Police Department quickly determined that his death was not accidental, launching a homicide investigation into the young
man's demise.
As detectives delved into the case, a narrative of betrayal and a dispute over a small amount of marijuana began to emerge. The investigation led to a series of arrests, painting a clearer picture of the events that transpired. It was alleged that Moheng had been accused of stealing $400 worth of marijuana, a conflict that ultimately escalated to fatal violence. The investigation revealed that Moheng was shot near Norris Middle School, in a neighborhood west of 120th and Q streets, before his body was left in the residential yard where it was later found.
Within days, authorities had several individuals in custody. Davion Wallace, 19, was charged with first-degree murder and the use of a firearm to commit a felony. Wallace later admitted to shooting Moheng. Another 19-year-old, Daniel Camerlinck, was also arrested and faced charges of criminal homicide, which were later amended to attempted murder and a weapons charge. The circle of alleged conspirators widened to include 18-year-old Caleb Lott, who was booked for being an accessory to a felony after admitting to hiding evidence related to the murder.
Further investigation implicated two more individuals in the plot. Adam Stugart, 28, was accused of helping to dispose of evidence. Beth-Anne Riskowski also faced a first-degree murder charge for her alleged role in selling the revolver that was used in the commission of the crime for $100. The case proceeded to the Douglas County District Court, where the accused were set to face trial. Wallace and Riskowski were held without bond, while Camerlinck's bail was set at one million dollars. Through their attorneys, both Wallace and Camerlinck indicated their intention to plead not guilty to the charges brought against them.
