Crime
22-year-old Chance McCowin killed in North Omaha shooting
OMAHA, Neb. — The Omaha Police Department has identified the victim killed in a shooting that occurred early Monday morning in North Omaha as 22-year-old Chance McCowin.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire shortly after midnight near North 24th Street and Patrick Avenue, in the midst of a Native Omaha Days event.
According to investigators, the shooting followed a physical altercation that escalated into violence.
Emergency responders transported three victims to a nearby hospital. McCowin was later pronounced dead from his injuries.
The other two victims—32-year-old Dontavis Montgomery and 24-year-old Tai’Jianea Henderson—are reported to be in stable condition, according to Omaha police.
During a briefing at the scene, OPD Captain Ken Fox urged families to prioritize safety: “If your loved ones are down here, tell your loved ones to go home. Make sure your loved ones are home.”
As of now, no suspect information has been released.
The Omaha Police Homicide Unit is actively investigating the incident and is urging anyone with information to come forward.
Anyone with details related to the shooting is encouraged to contact the Homicide Unit at 402-444-5656 or submit anonymous tips through Omaha Crime Stoppers at 402-444-STOP (7867).
The investigation remains ongoing.
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino, leaving one man dead and another injured. Prince George’s County Police confirmed the fatality in a statement released on social media.
According to investigators, two adult men were struck by gunfire during the incident.
One victim was pronounced dead as a result of his injuries.
The second victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury after a bullet grazed him and was treated at the scene or a nearby medical facility.
Police stated that the suspect fled the location immediately after the shooting and remains at large.
At this time, officials have not released information regarding what led up to the incident. However, investigators emphasized that preliminary findings suggest the shooting was not a random act of violence.
The investigation remains active, and authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the victims or provided a suspect description.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Prince George’s County Police as the search for the shooter continues.