PAPILLION, Neb. — A Bellevue father has been sentenced to life in prison without parole after being convicted of murdering his two children. Adam Price was found guilty of two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of Emily and Theodore Price. The tragic incident took place in May 2021 at their Bellevue home.
During the sentencing, Price expressed his love for his wife and kids, asking for prayers. His ex-wife, Mary Nielsen, witnessed the sentencing via a Zoom call. Sarpy County prosecutor Gage Cobb emphasized that people who truly love their children and ex-spouses do not commit such horrific acts.
Price’s defense attorney announced plans to file an appeal, focusing on Price’s confession to a priest and an undisclosed medical issue that caused a one-day delay in the trial. Throughout the legal proceedings, prosecutors presented video evidence showing Price withdrawing cash from local banks, subsequently leaving his home, and later being apprehended in California with his passport.
The prosecution successfully argued that Price meticulously planned the murders of his children before attempting to flee. The judge’s decision to sentence Price to life in prison without the possibility of parole reflects the severity of the crimes committed. The sentencing brings a sense of closure to a tragic chapter in the Bellevue community.
The devastating loss of Emily and Theodore Price serves as a reminder of the profound impact of family violence. The legal process, while providing accountability, cannot undo the pain and suffering caused by such senseless acts. The community continues to mourn the loss of two young lives and seeks healing in the aftermath of this heartbreaking tragedy.
As Price begins his life sentence, the Bellevue community and those affected by this tragedy are left to grapple with the complexities of grief, justice, and the enduring consequences of domestic violence. The sentencing marks a somber conclusion to a harrowing legal battle that has gripped the community’s attention and sparked conversations about the importance of addressing issues of family violence and mental health.