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Biden-clemency con tied to downtown shooting months after early release – now faces federal charge
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A Nebraska felon whose prison sentence was reduced by former President Joe Biden earlier this year is back in custody — facing a new federal charge after a downtown Omaha shooting just months after his release.
According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Nebraska, 31-year-old Khyre Holbert has been charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm in connection with an Oct. 4 shooting in Omaha’s Old Market district.
The case has reignited criticism of the Biden administration’s clemency program after prosecutors say Holbert reoffended less than a year after being freed.
Holbert had pleaded guilty in 2018 to three federal crimes and was sentenced to 20 years in prison. His sentence was then commuted in January 2025, despite objections from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, which cited Holbert’s alleged gang ties, long criminal record and past gun offenses.
Officials say Khyre Holbert, who was charged in a shooting in Omaha’s Old Market earlier this month, now faces a federal firearms charge. (Omaha Police Department)
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In a post on X, the Omaha Police Officers Association condemned the commutation decision, writing that Holbert was “no stranger to the law.”
“In 2018, he was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for gun and narcotics offenses. His sentence was commuted on January 17, 2025, and he was released back into the Omaha community after serving less than half his time,” the union wrote.
“Why? Releasing dangerous criminals before proven rehabilitative efforts puts our communities, our families, our kids, and our police officers at risk.”
Federal prosecutors said the gun recovered from the Oct. 4 shooting was tied to multiple violent crimes across Nebraska earlier this year.
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Officials say Khyre Holbert allegedly tried to discard the weapon used in an Oct. 4 shooting in the Old Market district in Omaha, Nebraska. (X/@omahaPOA)
According to the complaint, Holbert tried to discard the weapon before officers found it. Forensic experts later determined his fingerprints were on the gun, which was loaded and fitted with a high-capacity magazine.
The case has drawn sharp criticism from federal officials, who say Holbert’s release never should have happened.
U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi called the decision “a failure to hold criminals accountable.”
“The Biden Administration’s last-minute commutations were not only a cruel blow to victims’ families, but also a fundamental failure to hold criminals accountable,” Bondi said. “This tragic case proves that crime must be met with consequences, not weakness. Our prosecutors in Nebraska are doing the job that the prior administration refused to do.”
U.S. Attorney Lesley Woods added that Holbert’s early release endangered the community, emphasizing that keeping violent gang members in custody remains a top federal priority.
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The Omaha Police Officers Association said Khyre Holbert was “no stranger to the law.” (Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
“Khyre Holbert should never have been prematurely released from federal prison and been free to participate in this violence,” Woods said. “Omaha is safer with Mr. Holbert back in custody and off the streets. The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Nebraska will fight to keep Mr. Holbert – and any other gang members who participate in similar violent acts – in federal custody.”
FBI Special Agent Eugene Kowel, who leads the Omaha field division, said the bureau remains focused on dismantling violent gangs and protecting communities through joint operations with local partners.
“Protecting the public from violent criminals remains a top priority of the FBI. Federal, state and local law enforcement on the Omaha Safe Streets Task Force work tirelessly to apprehend violent gang members who terrorize our communities,” Kowel said. “We will continue working with our partners to crush violent crime and safeguard our neighborhoods from individuals like Khyre Holbert.”
Holbert served roughly seven years of his original 20-year sentence before being released under Biden’s clemency order. He now faces both state and federal charges, including a first-degree assault charge at the state level.
According to KETV 7, the Douglas County Attorney’s Office said they will work with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Nebraska on how to proceed with Holbert’s state charges. It’s possible both cases could proceed simultaneously, though that’s not typical, officials added.
Stepheny Price covers crime, including missing persons, homicides and migrant crime. Send story tips to stepheny.price@fox.com.
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The Pistons have made recent moves to add more shooting, but still don’t have anyone quite as lethal as former Detroit guard Luke Kennard. On Saturday night, Kennard had a brilliant start to his postseason with 27 uber-efficient points for the Lakers in a win against the Rockets. His level of 3-point accuracy is something the Pistons have desperately been seeking all season long to bolster their offense.
Luke Kennard’s shooting makes him a dangerous playoff performer
Kennard was originally drafted to Detroit with the 17th pick of the 2017 Draft. The Pistons have plenty of draft regrets from that general era of team history, but picking Kennard has never been one of them. Despite any other weaknesses he may have, his strength as a shooter has always been enough to offset them.
In terms of pure 3-point percentage, Kennard is one of the best shooters in NBA history. He averages 44% behind the arc for his career, and shot a blistering 48% this season – the best mark in the league. Given his incredible track record, it’s not exactly a shocker to see him shoot 5-of-5 from three en route to 27 points in Game 1.
Not only is Kennard obviously an excellent standstill shooter, but he’s also a master of getting himself open with his movement. On Saturday night, he was able to play off LeBron James perfectly for a few easy looks. After that, he caught enough of a rhythm to create 3-point looks for himself, even in transition.
A player like Kennard is easily capable of turning an entire playoff game when he gets hot. In a close series, that one game where Kennard hits several threes can be all the difference his team needs to advance. If the Lakers do manage to win this series, even without Luka Doncic or Austin Reaves, Kennard’s shooting will be a major reason why.
The Pistons could use someone like Kennard
Kennard would be a perfect marginal addition for the Pistons that only makes them better without taking anything away from the team. To be fair, the Pistons do have two shooters who have been hot recently in Duncan Robinson and Kevin Huerter. But having more than one respected shooter on the court at a time is often necessary to maintain a solid offense in today’s NBA.
Given the Pistons’ current lack of shooting, any additional shooters are welcome. And Kennard is understandably one of the most feared shooters in the league, capable of bending defenses just by the threat of him taking a three. Rolling him out on the Pistons would surely open up more lanes for Detroit’s stars to attack the paint and score easier points.
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MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Police Department requested the public’s help to find 11-year-old Sir’Charles Bason, a critically missing boy who was last seen near Teutonia and Kiley at around 6:20 p.m. on Saturday, April 18.
Police described Bason as 4 feet, 5 inches tall with a slim build, brown eyes and black, low-cut hair. He was last seen wearing a gray jacket with green lines, dark-colored jeans, tan sandals and carrying gray Nike Jordan shoes.
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Anyone with information on Bason’s whereabouts is asked to call Milwaukee Police District 4 at 414-935-7242.
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The scene of the crash at 26th Avenue North and Emerson Avenue North in Minneapolis. (FOX 9)
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – A Minneapolis woman was sentenced for her role in a deadly crash that killed two women and injured two other people in December 2024.
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Prosecutors say Teniki Steward drove a Buick Enclave into a bus shelter and a Ford Explorer after speeding through a red light.
Both of the women in the Ford Explorer died in the crash. They were identified as 53-year-old Ester Jean Fulks and 57-year-old Rose Elaine Reece.
During the crash, the Ford Explorer went off the road, injuring a 17-year-old boy who was waiting for a school bus.
The passenger in Steward’s vehicle also suffered injuries.
Minneapolis police said that Steward was also injured in the crash.
Steward pleaded guilty to multiple murder charges.
What they’re saying:
During the sentencing, the daughter of one of the victims had a statement read on her behalf:
“There’s nothing that can truly prepare you for the moment your entire world is taken from you. Losing my mom has left a pain in my heart that words will never be able to explain.”
What’s next:
Minnesota law requires that Steward serves at least two-thirds of her sentence, a bit under eight-and-a-half years, in prison.
Fatal Emerson and 26th crash
The backstory:
According to the criminal complaint, through surveillance videos from the scene of the crash and witnesses, investigators learned that Steward, driving the Buick Enclave, had been driving at a high rate of speed northbound on Emerson Avenue North.
Before the fatal crash, Steward sped through the intersection of Emerson Avenue North and Broadway Avenue North, running a red light and nearly causing a crash, the charges said.
Steward then continued to speed northbound down Emerson Avenue North, and ran another red light at 26th Avenue North, hitting the Ford Explorer, which was traveling eastbound, according to the complaint.
The Ford Explorer had been at the intersection of Emerson and 26th on a green light.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty shared the following statement:
“This was an egregious act that took Rose and Esther’s lives and injured a child waiting to go to school at a bus stop. Ms. Steward was driving at extremely dangerous speeds on city streets and narrowly avoided multiple collisions before the incident occurred. Third-degree murder charges are appropriate to hold her accountable and protect our community.”
The Source: This story uses information gathered from an Olmsted County court appearance and previous FOX 9 reporting.
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