The Nebraska State Patrol is honoring Trooper Kyle McAcy on Tuesday, marking one year since he was killed in the line of duty.
McAcy died Feb. 17, 2025, while responding to a crash on Interstate 80 near Ashland during a snowstorm. He was struck by a snowplow while assisting at the scene. In a social media post Tuesday, the agency remembered McAcy’s service and sacrifice.
“His service and sacrifice will always be remembered, but his impact on everyone he knew is unforgettable,” Nebraska State Patrol wrote on social media.
A year ago today we lost a friend and dedicated Nebraska State Trooper: Kyle McAcy #302
In the days following Kyle’s tragic death, hundreds of messages poured in from across the US.
To honor him today, his shiftmates are sharing some of those messages.
Rest easy, 302. pic.twitter.com/4GlfnETet5
— Nebraska State Patrol (@NEStatePatrol) February 17, 2026
McAcy, an Omaha native and Millard West High School graduate, had served with the patrol for 10 years.
His funeral was held Feb. 27, 2025, at Liberty First Credit Union Arena in Ralston. Gov. Jim Pillen ordered flags statewide flown at half-staff in his honor.