Human Remains Confirmed as Missing Stromsburg Couple

Pregnant woman and her partner found dead, suspect and accomplice arrested

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Lincoln Police have confirmed that human remains found north of Malmo, Nebraska belong to 26-year-old Hannah Neville and her 27-year-old partner Roberto Tanner, a Stromsburg couple who went missing. Neville was 32-weeks pregnant at the time. The prime suspect, 24-year-old Sterling James of Lincoln, is facing two counts of first-degree murder and one count of first-degree murder of an unborn child, as well as tampering with evidence. James' wife, 22-year-old Sayde Titus, is also being held for aiding and abetting. Additionally, three other individuals have been arrested and charged with accessory to murder and tampering with evidence.

Why it matters

This tragic case has shaken the local community and raised concerns about public safety, as well as the need for stronger measures to protect vulnerable individuals, including pregnant women. The investigation also highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in solving complex missing persons cases, especially when foul play is suspected.

The details

The human remains were discovered on February 5th north of Malmo in Saunders County. Lincoln Police confirmed on February 13th that the remains belonged to Hannah Neville and Roberto Tanner, a couple from Stromsburg who had been reported missing. Neville was 32-weeks pregnant at the time. The prime suspect, 24-year-old Sterling James of Lincoln, has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder and one count of first-degree murder of an unborn child, as well as tampering with evidence. James' wife, 22-year-old Sayde Titus, is being held on $1 million bond for aiding and abetting. Three other individuals - Sheena Miller, Ammie Mitchell, and Kendall Hawthorne - have also been arrested and charged with accessory to murder and tampering with evidence.

  • The human remains were found on February 5, 2026.
  • Lincoln Police confirmed the identities of the remains on February 13, 2026.

The players

Hannah Neville

A 26-year-old woman from Stromsburg, Nebraska who was 32-weeks pregnant at the time of her disappearance and death.

Roberto Tanner

A 27-year-old man from Stromsburg, Nebraska who disappeared and was found dead along with his pregnant partner, Hannah Neville.

Sterling James

A 24-year-old man from Lincoln, Nebraska who is the prime suspect and has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder and one count of first-degree murder of an unborn child, as well as tampering with evidence.

Sayde Titus

The 22-year-old wife of Sterling James who is being held on $1 million bond for aiding and abetting.

Sheena Miller

A 40-year-old individual who has been arrested and charged with accessory to murder and tampering with evidence.

Ammie Mitchell

A 47-year-old individual who has been arrested and charged with accessory to murder and tampering with evidence.

Kendall Hawthorne

A 57-year-old individual who has been arrested and charged with accessory to murder and tampering with evidence.

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What they’re saying

“Our hearts go out to their families and loved ones during this difficult time. We ask that you please keep them in your thoughts.”

— Erika Thomas, LPD public information manager (kfornow.com)

What’s next

A Lancaster County judge on Thursday set bond at 10% of $1-million for three of the four people arrested Tuesday related to the triple-homicide investigation. The judge continued 28-year-old Matthew Lickliter's case until Friday.

The takeaway

This tragic case highlights the need for stronger measures to protect vulnerable individuals, including pregnant women, and the challenges law enforcement faces in solving complex missing persons cases where foul play is suspected. The community is mourning the loss of Hannah Neville and Roberto Tanner, and the investigation into their deaths continues.