Thomas Patrick Nielson, a 61-year-old White man from Madras, Oregon, was reported missing in September 2022 after being last seen on September 6.

Nielson’s body was found on September 9, 2023, on private property in neighboring Crook County. Investigators determined he had been taken to a remote location off Lone Pine Road and shot multiple times. A Crook County grand jury later indicted Hahn and Romero on counts including first- and second-degree murder, kidnapping, and unlawful use of a weapon, with allegations the killing occurred during intentional maiming or torture and to conceal the initial assault.

Romero pleaded guilty in April 2026 to first-degree manslaughter, first-degree kidnapping, unlawful use of a weapon and being a felon in possession of a firearm and was sentenced to 25 years. Hahn pleaded not guilty and her case remained pending as of April 2026. If anyone knew Thomas, his movements in early September 2022, or has information about the events on Culver Highway or Lone Pine Road, please share what is known.