Stanton County hunting accident | News | norfolkneradio.com
10/212026
The Stanton County Sheriff’s office on Tuesday responded to a hunting accident involving a fall from a tree stand. The incident occurred on lands within the Pilger Recreation area
The 20-year-old hunter was by himself when he fell approximately 18-20 feet onto his back and head. He was located by friends who activated 911. The hunter was transported directly from the scene by LifeNet medical helicopter after it landed in a clearing near the accident sight and flew him to UNMC in Omaha.
The hunter was initially treated by EMS from the Sheriff’s office and Pilger and Wisner Fire/Rescue. Stanton County Emergency Management and Nebraska Game Commission also responded to the scene. The hunter is originally from LeMars, Iowa and currently living in West Point.