Lincoln man shot, injured by officers after armed confrontation

A Lincoln man is in critical condition after being shot by law enforcement Wednesday morning. The Nebraska State Patrol says the man was armed and refused to comply with officers.

November 5, 2025Updated: November 5, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

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Lincoln man shot, injured by officers after armed confrontation

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