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Update: Lincoln officer shot, suspects captured

By News Aug 26, 2020 | 1:26 PM

Update: LPD tweeted at 1:43 p.m. that all suspects have been caught. None were injured by gunfire. The officer is in critical condition.

LINCOLN, Neb. (KGFW) – A manhunt is underway in Lincoln, Nebraska after a police officer was shot early this afternoon.

The Lincoln Police Department tweeted shortly after 1 p.m. that the officer was attempting to arrest a 17-year-old in connection with a March homicide.

Our sister station, KLIN reports the shooting occurred near 33rd and Vine.

Felipe Vazquez was wanted for second-degree assault in the murder of Edward Varejcka.

Vazquez is believed to be armed. Residents are asked to shelter in place.

This is a developing story.