Judge finds Seward homicide suspect mentally competent for trial

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A Seward man was found competent to stand trial Wednesday in the shooting death of his ex-girlfriend.

Casey Kindt, 54, was being evaluated by doctors at the Lincoln Regional Center to see if he understands the proceedings against him and can assist in his own defense.

Judge James Stecker reviewed their report and ruled that Kindt was mentally competent.

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Kindt is accused of breaking into the home of 36-year-old Jamie Hagen on Feb. 8.

Authorities said he shot her at least four times before turning the gun on himself.

Hagen died at the scene. Kindt was critically wounded but survived.

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Kindt faces six felonies, including first-degree murder and burglary.

He is due back in court on April 2.