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John Tyson arrested for felony assault following a shooting in Omaha's Old Market district

Omaha police arrested 33-year-old John Tyson for felony assault, use of a gun to commit a felony, and possession of a gun by a prohibited person. The arrest follows a shooting that occurred near the intersection of 12th and Howard Street around 12:30 a.m. on August 16. During the incident, a 21-year-old man sustained multiple gunshot wounds, including one to his leg, and was transported to Nebraska Medicine with non-life-threatening injuries. This shooting is distinct from a separate incident that occurred in the Old Market area this past weekend. That recent event was described by local businesses as a chaotic scene that sent people running for cover. The Omaha Police Officers Association noted that large crowds and unlawful loitering by people with no intention of supporting local businesses can create issues for law enforcement staffing and resources. Local business owners expressed concern that the violence could affect the area's reputation as a tourist destination.

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