Stolen jail cell door in Union, Nebraska returned

UNION, Neb. (WOWT) – An ironic twist in a theft case south of the metro. Somebody who may have hung out behind a jail door stole one as a substitute however that thief has been feeling responsible.

Tiny Union Nebraska had a one-room jail that from 1916 to 1940 held prisoners awaiting switch to the county lockup in Plattsmouth. The unique door was torn off in a jailbreak.

Then the substitute iron door turned up lacking final yr after somebody lower by way of the thick hinges. However this week the unknown thief returned it to the jail constructing.

Union Village clerk Melissa Hansen instructed says the door is vital to restoring the historic web site.

“It’s inspiring to know that somebody going by way of such a tough time of their life would make amends with the Village of Union. We just about thought we might by no means see it once more and all of the initiatives we had deliberate for its restoration form of glided by the wayside,” stated Hansen.

A word in a zipper lock bag was discovered connected to the door. It reads partly, “I need to sincerely apologize to this little city for stealing your door. I used to be on medicine, I’ve since gotten clear and I’m altering my life for the higher.”

That may very well be referred to as a jailhouse confession. The village will maintain a more in-depth eye on the iron door whereas restoration plans for the jail can transfer ahead.

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