Omaha Police Arrest Man After Shooting Near 120th Street
A 25-year-old man faces multiple felony charges following a gunfire exchange that occurred Wednesday night.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Violence
Police in Omaha have taken 25-year-old Colin Matthews into custody following a shooting incident near 120th and Burt Streets. Matthews faces charges including three counts of first-degree assault and felony child abuse after allegedly opening fire on another vehicle.
Why it matters
The investigation highlights serious concerns regarding public safety, as investigators found a firearm inside an infant's diaper bag in the suspect's vehicle. Authorities noted that the suspect's infant was present in the car during the altercation.
Colin Matthews was booked into Douglas County Corrections on charges including three counts of 1st-degree assault and discharging a firearm at a motor vehicle. He is currently held pending a court appearance scheduled for Friday.
The players
Colin Matthews
He is a 25-year-old suspect currently facing multiple felony charges following a shooting incident in Omaha.
Douglas County Corrections
This is the local facility where the suspect is being held following his arrest by Omaha police.
The details
Matthews reportedly exited a white Nissan Rogue and fired multiple rounds at the victim, who returned fire. Investigators discovered a bullet strike near a child in the victim's car and a bullet defect near where the suspect's infant was seated.
Timeline
The shooting incident occurred at 9:05 p.m. on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Colin Matthews was booked into Douglas County Corrections on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
Matthews is scheduled to appear in court on Friday, October 16, 2026.
Legal Context
This case follows a pattern established by local law enforcement efforts to curb road rage-related violence through swift arrest and felony prosecution. The use of firearms in public traffic encounters remains a primary concern for city officials and judicial authorities.
The incident occurred in a residential area near 120th and Burt Streets, raising concerns about community safety during violent encounters. Local police are continuing their investigation into the circumstances of the gunfire exchange.
The takeaway
Incidents involving firearms in public spaces pose severe risks to innocent bystanders, including children. Residents are encouraged to report suspicious road behavior to local authorities immediately.
What happens next
Matthews is scheduled to appear in court on Friday, October 16, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on local safety efforts, see the Omaha Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wowt.
