Beaverton Nurse's Murder: Neighbor Charged with Kidnapping, Abuse of Corpse

Jonathan Bryce Schubert, a 27-year-old man and neighbor of slain nurse Melissa Jubane, appeared in court for the first time on Monday, facing charges of second-degree murder, first-degree kidnapping, and second-degree abuse of a corpse.

On Monday, Jonathan Bryce Schubert, 27, made his initial court appearance in connection with the murder of Oregon nurse Melissa Jubane, who was found dead days after being reported missing. Schubert is accused of second-degree murder, first-degree kidnapping, and second-degree abuse of a corpse. During the arraignment, Schubert appeared via video conference and did not enter a plea. He is currently being held without bail at the Washington County jail.

The tragic discovery of Jubane's remains on Saturday came after an extensive three-day search. The 32-year-old nurse had vanished days after returning home from her wedding to Bryan Llantero in Hawaii. Investigators believe Schubert, a neighbor of Jubane's, played a role in her disappearance and eventual death.

Beaverton Nurse's Murder: Neighbor Charged with Kidnapping, Abuse of Corpse

According to authorities, Schubert worked as a nurse at Providence Portland Medical Center from September 2022 to October 2023. However, he was not employed at Providence St. Vincent, the hospital where Jubane worked, according to a statement released by Providence on Saturday morning.

Beaverton police confirmed that Jubane's remains were located following a three-day search. The news came just two weeks after she tied the knot with Llantero. The community has rallied around Jubane's family and friends, offering support and prayers during this difficult time.

Beaverton Nurse's Murder: Neighbor Charged with Kidnapping, Abuse of Corpse

"We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the community members who have assisted with the search for Melissa. Our deepest condolences go out to Melissa’s family, friends and coworkers," Beaverton police said in a previous statement.

The investigation remains ongoing, and police have requested anyone with information on Jubane's case to contact them at 503-526-2280.

Beaverton Nurse's Murder: Neighbor Charged with Kidnapping, Abuse of Corpse

Jubane's family has expressed their gratitude for the support they have received and have declined to comment on the investigation at this time. They provided a statement to KATU News, saying:

"We are extremely grateful for the detectives and other staff working diligently on this case, for the love and support we are receiving from the entire nation (especially from the city of Beaverton and the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, her work family at Providence St Vincent’s, and the Llantero family), and for all the prayers."

Beaverton Nurse's Murder: Neighbor Charged with Kidnapping, Abuse of Corpse

The Oregon Nurses Association (ONA) has also released a statement, expressing their devastation over the loss of Jubane, who was a member of their organization. They offered their full support to anyone impacted by her tragic death.

"The Oregon Nurses Association is devastated by the loss of Melissa Jubane, an extraordinary nurse at St. Vincents Hospital and a member of the Oregon Nurses Association. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family, friends, and colleagues of Melissa during this incredibly difficult time. We stand with our community in mourning and offer our full support to all those impacted by this devastating loss."

The organization held a vigil in Jubane's honor on Monday evening. Schubert's case is set for a status check on Tuesday morning, and he is scheduled to appear in court for a preliminary probable cause hearing on September 16.