Crime
41-year-old Charles Primes killed after shooting in south Omaha
No arrests have been made, and authorities have not released any information about potential suspects or motives.
A 41-year-old man was fatally shot in Omaha on Thursday evening, police confirmed.
The incident occurred around 8 p.m. near the intersection of 27th and Polk Streets.
Responding officers discovered the victim, identified as Charles Primes, with a gunshot wound. Despite emergency efforts, Primes was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Omaha Police Department has launched a homicide investigation and is working to uncover the circumstances leading to the shooting.
No arrests have been made, and authorities have not released any information about potential suspects or motives.
Investigators are urging anyone with information about the case to come forward. Tips can be directed to the Omaha Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 402-444-5656 or submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 402-444-STOP.
A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information that leads to an arrest in connection with the case. Police emphasize that community cooperation is critical in solving this tragic crime.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.