Man Killed In Benson Shooting Identified

Omaha Police have identified the man who was shot and killed in Benson last week as 23 year old Michael Rowell Jr.

It happened Thursday around 11:45 p.m. outside the Waiting Room Lounge near 62nd and Maple. Officers arrived and found Rowell down in a grassy area. He died at the scene. Police are continuing their investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact OPD's homicide Unit at 402 444-5656 or to contact Omaha Crime Stoppers at 402 444-STOP. Omaha Crime Stoppers offers an enhanced reward of $25,000 for a tip leading to the arrest of the those involved in the homicide.


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