Michael Atkins Obituary, Death – The Lincoln Police Department confirmed on Friday that a body discovered earlier in the week at the BNSF Hobson Yard, located off West O Street in Lincoln, has been identified as that of Michael Atkins, a 34-year-old man from Lexington, Nebraska. The discovery occurred on Monday under the Highway 77 overpass, prompting an investigation into his death.
Atkins had been reported missing to the Lincoln Police Department (LPD) on September 11, which led authorities to search for him over the course of several weeks. On Wednesday, an autopsy was performed to determine the cause of death. While police currently do not suspect foul play, they have not ruled out further investigation, and the case remains under review.
As of now, the cause and circumstances surrounding Atkins’ death are still unclear. Authorities have appealed to the public for any information that could assist in the investigation. Anyone with relevant details is urged to contact the Lincoln Police Department at 402-441-6000 or Crime Stoppers at 402-475-3600.
The case has left the community seeking more answers, but investigators are working to gather more facts before reaching a conclusion.