Authorities: Shooting was self-defense

NORFOLK, Neb. — An investigation and consultation with the Burt County Attorney indicate a fatal shooting last month in Oakland was self-defense, according to a release from the Nebraska State Patrol.

Called to the 300 block of North Oakland Ave., Oakland, Neb., at 9 p.m. Sept. 27, officers found Ryan Schuman, 32, with a gunshot wound. He was transported to the hospital where he died.

A Nebraska State Patrol investigation requested by the Burt County Attorney indicated that Schuman had attempted to prevent a man and a woman from leaving an apartment, struck the woman repeatedly and then was shot one time by the male, who left the apartment with the female and called 911 for help.

The man made a claim of self-defense and the woman was treated for injuries at the scene.

The NSP release said, after consultation with the county attorney, all evidence and statements supported the claim of self-defense. No arrests have been made and no charges are pending.