Authorities identify men involved in Polk, Butler county shootings

John Cyza was shot, killed at his home.

October 25, 2026Updated: October 26, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Authorities identify men involved in Polk, Butler county shootings

Regional

Authorities identify men involved in Polk, Butler county shootings

One man was murdered and another was killed after shooting at law enforcement on Friday in eastern Nebraska.

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