A woman was found dead inside a home in Arlington, Nebraska, early Friday, and a man was taken into custody in connection with her death. The man had called 911 himself to report that his girlfriend was dead, and he was reportedly standing in the driveway with his hands raised by the time deputies arrived.
The Omaha World-Herald reported on the woman's death. KETV reports that the man called 911 at 3:47 a.m. Friday and that police arrived at 3:54 a.m. at a home on Elkhorn Drive.
Both outlets agree on what happened once law enforcement reached the property. The World-Herald's account states the man was standing in the driveway with his hands raised when deputies arrived. KETV similarly reports that when police arrived, there was a man in the driveway with his hands up.
Deputies Discover the Woman's Body
Deputies went inside and found the woman's body inside the house, per the World-Herald's reporting. KETV's account aligns on this point, stating that police found a deceased woman inside the home, after which the man was taken into custody.
The Washington County Sheriff's Office has described the woman's death as an apparent homicide, according to the World-Herald. KETV reports that Douglas County Crime Scene Investigation is assisting with evidence collection at the scene, and that the investigation remains ongoing.
Names Withheld as Investigation Continues
Authorities have not released the names of the man or the woman pending further investigation, the World-Herald reports. The Washington County Sheriff's Office said it will release more information when it becomes available and appropriate, according to the same report.
Arlington had a 2020 population of 1,300. No charges or court details have been made public as of Friday, and the circumstances surrounding the woman's death remain under investigation by local authorities.
