Omaha Crime Recap: Car Burglaries, Armed Robbery, Shoplifting, and Scam Warnings

Douglas County law enforcement reported a car burglary in the Benson neighborhood last Thursday evening involving three parked vehicles outside a small business. Police say suspect or suspects gained entry by breaking passenger-side windows and removed electronics. The incident remains under investigation.Friday night, officers responded to an alleged armed robbery near 42nd and Ames Avenue. According to Omaha police, a male suspect brandished a firearm at a convenience store clerk and fled the scene on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash. No injuries reported. Detectives have released a description and are requesting public help: the suspect is described as a Black male in his 20s, about 6 feet tall, last seen wearing a gray hoodie and black jeans. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact authorities.In the Old Market district on Saturday, police made two arrests following a reported assault and disturbance call outside a bar. Officers arrived to find two adult males engaged in a physical altercation. Both were cited for misdemeanor assault. No major injuries reported, and the situation is no longer under investigation.Sunday afternoon on South 24th Street, a reported case of felony shoplifting was documented at a retail store. According to store security and responding officers, one subject allegedly concealed merchandise of significant value and exited without payment. Arrest made on site, with charges pending.Near 132nd and West Center Road, law enforcement officers responded Monday to a catalytic converter theft in a commercial parking lot. Two vehicles targeted overnight. This remains under investigation, and police remind listeners that thefts of this nature tend to increase during colder weather.Late Monday night, an auto theft occurred in the Aksarben area. Police report that an unattended, running vehicle was stolen from a restaurant parking lot. The case, according to OPD, remains open.Mid-week, police were dispatched to Florence Boulevard after neighbors reported possible shots fired. No injuries or property damage located on scene. Police canvassed the area and continue to investigate. No suspects identified at this time.Wednesday morning, officers responded to a reported residential burglary in the Millard neighborhood. Entry was gained through a rear door and items taken included electronics and personal documents. Investigation is ongoing and forensic teams processed the scene.On Thursday, Omaha police say a suspect attempted to pass counterfeit bills at a grocery store near 72nd and Dodge. Store staff confiscated the bills and contacted authorities. The suspect, described as female, late 30s, approximately 5’5” with light hair, was seen leaving in a white sedan. The investigation is active and police seek public assistance.A police alert on Friday warned of a phone scam targeting Omaha and Sarpy County residents, in which callers claim to be law enforcement and demand immediate payment for missed jury duty or warrants. Officials stress that no legitimate agency will demand payment over the phone or via gift cards, and urge anyone receiving such calls to avoid sharing personal information and to notify police.Any listeners who witnessed these incidents or have information are asked to use the Omaha Police tip line at 402-444-STOP. No particular pattern of violent crime emerged this week, though thefts from vehicles and scams continue to pose concerns for residents. Thank you for tuning in and please remember to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artif