Omaha Police Blotter: Property Crimes and Missing Persons Investigations

Listeners, here’s your Omaha Police crime blotter digest for the week ending October 18, 2025. In South Omaha, officers responded to an alleged robbery near 24th Street and L. The suspect reportedly threatened an individual and left with cash; the incident is under investigation. Near Benson, a burglary reportedly occurred late Thursday night when a business was entered unlawfully after hours and electronics were taken. At this time, detectives are analyzing surveillance footage.According to police, an alleged assault was reported in the vicinity of 72nd and Dodge Wednesday evening, with the victim sustaining minor injuries. The suspect, described as a male, approximately 6 feet tall, wearing a black hoodie, was last seen heading west. Police are actively seeking public assistance and encourage anyone with information to come forward.A vehicle theft occurred close to the Aksarben neighborhood earlier in the week, police report. The vehicle was located within 48 hours and returned to the owner; no arrests have been made. Additional property crimes were reported near Midtown, including several alleged vandalism incidents involving broken windows, all currently under investigation.This week, Omaha Police joined efforts statewide in commemorating Nebraska Missing Persons Day. According to Nebraska Public Media, there are currently over 330 missing persons cases in Nebraska, and heightened attention may generate new leads. Officers reminded listeners that missing persons cases older than one week can easily be overlooked, emphasizing the value of public engagement in these investigations.Preliminary review of case reports so far this month indicates a continued trend of property offenses, especially burglary and vehicle theft, near commercial corridors and residential neighborhoods spanning Benson, Midtown, and Aksarben. Officers note a moderate uptick in vandalism and encourage residents to remain alert and secure personal belongings. Violent crime remains relatively stable compared to previous weeks.To submit tips, listeners can contact Omaha Crime Stoppers at 402-444-STOP or use the city’s anonymous online reporting options. If you have urgent information about a suspicious activity or individual wanted by police, please call 911.Thank you for tuning in and be sure 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 Artificial Intelligence AI