Full Breakdown
Road-Rage Shooting Near 90th & West Center Road, Omaha
8/11/2026, 12:13:29 PM
Incident Overview
On August 10, 2026, Omaha Police responded to a report of gunfire around 1 p.m. at the intersection of 90th Street and West Center Road, near a Walgreens parking lot. Officers found a 35-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the arm; he was transported to Bergan Mercy in critical condition, though medical staff later said the injuries were not life-threatening. Police determined the victim was driving recklessly and had stopped at a red light next to a van driven by a 38-year-old man. An exchange of gestures between the two drivers escalated, and the van driver began shooting at the victim, who was unarmed. The suspect and his passenger were taken into custody at the scene.
Police Investigation and Legal Action
The Omaha Police Department (OPD) blocked eastbound traffic on West Center Road at 96th Street for roughly two hours while investigators processed the scene. The 38-year-old driver was booked at Douglas County Corrections on charges of second-degree assault and two felony weapons offenses. The passenger remains in custody pending further questioning. OPD has asked the public to submit any information through Omaha Crimestoppers or the P3 Tips app.
Safety Advice Issued by Omaha Police
In the wake of the shooting, OPD released four recommendations for drivers to de-escalate potential road-rage situations: stay calm, create distance, avoid retaliation, and call 911 if necessary. Officers emphasized the importance of defensive driving and personal coping strategies to prevent confrontations from turning violent.
Verbatim Quote
- “If somebody else does have a firearm, please create space between you and them and call 911 immediately,” — Officer Sarah Martier
These statements and actions illustrate OPD’s dual focus on investigating the violent incident and preventing similar road-rage escalations in the future.
