Early Morning Shooting in North Omaha Injures Seven; Police Probe Underway

Early Morning Shooting in North Omaha Injures Seven; Police Probe Underway

Incident Summary

• The shooting occurred just after 4:20 a.m. on Saturday morning, near 30th Street and Bedford Avenue, adjacent to the Kelly’s Liquor parking lot in North Omaha Omaha Police were alerted by multiple ShotSpotter activations and reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, they observed a large crowd dispersing from the scene

Casualties and Victim Overview

• In total, seven individuals were injured, all sustaining non-life-threatening gunshot wounds .

• Maurice Miller (43) and Tareya Burton (30) arrived at CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center around 4:23 a.m. with gunshot injuries

• Subsequently, Havier White (22), Maurice Brow (31), Royce Jones Jr. (38), and Camron Jones (21) walked into Immanuel Hospital with varying injuries

Sequence of Events and Police Response

• At approximately 4:28 a.m., police responded to a crash near 36th Avenue and Lothrop Street. The driver, D’zhaun Tucker (26), had reportedly been shot while fleeing the scene near Kelly’s Liquor and lost control of his vehicle

• The Omaha Police Department’s Assault Unit is leading the ongoing investigation, with no arrests yet made and a suspect still at large

🔍 Investigation Context

• Authorities indicated the shooting stemmed from an after-hours gathering, where a verbal confrontation escalated into gunfire. Officials clarified that this was not a random act of violence but rather a targeted incident within a party setting

• Omaha Police Chief Todd Schmaderer emphasized the importance of piecing together the timeline and event dynamics so that victims and their families could find resolution

🛡 Community Impact & Safety Measures

• Omaha Police have increased patrol presence in the area and urged local residents and partygoers to assist in the investigation by sharing any footage or recollections from the early hours of the morning

• The community is reminded to exercise caution during large gatherings and remain vigilant in noticing suspicious or escalating behavior in group settings.

📣 How You Can Help

Anyone with information—including dashcam footage, phone recordings, or observations between 4:00 and 5:00 a.m.—is asked to contact:

• The Omaha Police Department Assault Unit at 402-444-4600, or

• Omaha Crime Stoppers at 402-444-STOP (7867) or via the P3 Tips mobile app

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❤️ Closing Thoughts

This act of violence in North Omaha underscores how quickly a normal night can spiral into tragedy. Thankfully, all injured individuals are expected to recover.

The Omaha community—neighbors, church groups, and local organizers—are left grappling with grief, concern for safety, and urgent hope for answers.

As the Omaha Police Department intensifies its investigation, your information could bring clarity and healing. Please consider sharing anything you witnessed or recorded.

Our thoughts remain with everyone affected.