Schizophrenia defense takes center stage in Ruskamp murder trial closing statements

As the Ruskamp murder trial wraps up, defense attorneys used closing arguments to portray Carl Ruskamp as consumed by severe schizophrenia prior to his father Gerald’s death.

July 29, 2026Updated: July 29, 2026
By Tyler Murphy

Regional

Rep. Mike Flood to hold Lincoln town hall Tuesday

Rep. Mike Flood to hold Lincoln town hall Tuesday

Two teens injured after modified vehicle rolls in Stanton County

Two teens injured after modified vehicle rolls in Stanton County

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Nebraska basketball announces Grand Island exhibition against Kansas State

Day three in Ruskamp trial focuses on guns, ammo, and shifting stories

Day three in Ruskamp trial focuses on guns, ammo, and shifting stories