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Omaha Crime Trends: Decreasing Overall, Juvenile Crime Concern

Jan 18, 2025 · 2m 22s
Omaha Crime Trends: Decreasing Overall, Juvenile Crime Concern
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Recent incidents in Omaha include: - **Northeast Nebraska Pursuit**: A multi-county pursuit occurred on December 3, 2024, starting in Lincoln when a trooper attempted to stop a Buick sedan that...

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Recent incidents in Omaha include:

- **Northeast Nebraska Pursuit**: A multi-county pursuit occurred on December 3, 2024, starting in Lincoln when a trooper attempted to stop a Buick sedan that ran a red light at NW 20th and West O Street. The driver refused to yield and accelerated westbound, leading to a pursuit that ended near Hubbard. An arrest was made.

- **Wrong-Way Pursuit in Sarpy County**: On November 15, 2024, troopers arrested an Ohio man after a pursuit on I-80. The suspect was traveling westbound and was believed to have an abducted child in the vehicle. The child was safely rescued.

- **Arrest for Crash that Killed Officer Ross Bartlett**: On October 15, 2024, a Lincoln man was arrested for felony motor vehicle homicide in connection with the crash that killed Ceresco Police Officer Ross Bartlett earlier in the year.

- **Recent Arrests and Incidents**: Various incidents involving drug seizures, pursuits, and arrests have been reported by the Nebraska State Patrol, including the seizure of 44 pounds of marijuana in a traffic stop on I-80 and the arrest of three people with 38 pounds of suspected methamphetamine near Hershey.

- **Omaha Police Department Statistics**: The Omaha Police Department reported a 17% decrease in overall crime in 2024, with 19 homicides, the lowest since 1990. However, juvenile crime remains a concern, with high recidivism rates noted by Chief Todd Schmaderer.

- **Significant Trends or Patterns**: The Omaha Police Department has seen a decrease in overall crime but an increase in juvenile crime. Excessive speeding and dangerous driving are also areas of concern.

- **Emergency Contact Information for Tips**: For tips or to report crimes, contact the Omaha Police Department at their non-emergency number or visit their website for more information. The Nebraska State Patrol can be reached at (402) 471-4545 for general inquiries.
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