Beatrice man pleads not guilty to second-degree murder chargeBEATRICE, Neb. 21, 2026, Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office arrested Justis Barnhouse, 31, facing charges of second-degree murder, use of a weapon to commit a felony and possession of a firearm by a prohibited person. Barnhouse waived formal reading of the information and waived his rights to a speedy trial. He entered not guilty pleas to second-degree murder, use of a firearm to commit a felony and possession of a firearm by a prohibited person. 21, Beatrice Police Department (BPD) was called to the scene when three gunshots were heard.