Lincoln Public Safety Incidents
Key Questions
What happened with the airsoft gun incident on UNL East Campus?
Minors carrying airsoft rifles prompted a safety alert after a Yik Yak post reported a gunman, with reporting delayed by an hour. UNLPD resolved the incident, but students raised safety concerns.
How many citations were issued in Lincoln's winter traffic safety campaign?
Lincoln Police issued 865 citations during the winter traffic safety project. A related report noted over 1,000 citations and warnings combined.
What are the details of sexual assaults reported near UNL?
Multiple sexual assaults were reported over Easter weekend in the Village area and a residence hall, involving known suspects. UNLPD is conducting ongoing probes with cases remaining open.
What swatting incidents occurred in south Lincoln?
Lincoln Police investigated two swatting calls on a Saturday night in south Lincoln, wasting resources on false emergencies. No further details on suspects were provided.
Who was arrested for arson insurance fraud in Lincoln?
Robert Faber was arrested after allegedly setting his home on fire to defraud his insurance company. The incident was investigated by Lincoln Police.
What statewide crimes were reported?
Nebraska State Patrol investigated a Polk County murder-attempted suicide. Additional cases include meth in Hastings, child abuse arrests in York County, and an ex-cop's pleas.
What other incidents involved violence in Lincoln?
A woman was arrested for throwing knives at her boyfriend. Lancaster Sheriff's Office warned of text scams claiming unpaid traffic violations.
How is UNLPD handling campus safety reports?
UNLPD responded to airsoft gun, Yik Yak threats, and sexual assaults with alerts, investigations, and resolutions where possible. Delays in reporting and open cases highlight ongoing concerns.
Cluster grows: UNL East Campus airsoft gun/Yik Yak incidents (minors, resolved, reporting delays); Village sexual assaults (Easter weekend, known suspects, multiple UNLPD probes); south Lincoln swatting hoaxes; arson insurance fraud arrest (Robert Faber); LPD winter traffic enforcement (865 citations). Statewide: Polk Co murder-attempted suicide (NSP); Hastings meth, York abuse, ex-cop pleas; rural chases.