Lincoln Police arrest suspect in Casey’s shooting

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – The Lincoln Police Department arrested a man in connection to a shooting at the Casey’s at 27th and Superior Streets last weekend.

Dominic Gomez, 18, of Lincoln was arrested on Thursday around 12:30 p.m., police say.  Investigators arrested Gomez around 12th and A Streets.

Around 11 p.m. on Saturday, a 31-year-old man was shot in the leg while getting out of his vehicle to enter the convenience store.

The victim was treated and released at a local hospital for injuries that are not life-threatening.

Gomez was arrested and charged with first-degree assault, use of a deadly weapon to commit a felony and unlawful discharge of a firearm.

The investigation is ongoing.  Anyone with information is encouraged to call Lincoln Police at 402-441-6000.

Those who would rather make an anonymous report are asked to call Lincoln Crime Stoppers at 402-475-3600.