One Man Injured, Another Arrested After Lincoln Shooting

Police apprehended the alleged shooter, Paul Kon, several hours after the incident.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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A 43-year-old man was shot multiple times in central Lincoln on Saturday afternoon, with police later arresting 40-year-old Paul Kon as the suspected shooter. The victim's injuries were reported as non-life-threatening.

Why it matters

Gun violence and public safety are ongoing concerns in Lincoln, with this incident highlighting the need for effective law enforcement response and investigation of such crimes.

The details

According to Lincoln Police, officers responded to a report of gunshots in the area of South 12th and E streets around 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. They found the 43-year-old victim who had been shot multiple times. Kon was later identified as the alleged shooter and was arrested around 8 p.m. near South 11th and D streets without incident.

  • The shooting occurred around 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2026.
  • Kon was arrested around 8 p.m. on the same day.

The players

Paul Kon

A 40-year-old man arrested and charged with first-degree assault, use of a deadly weapon to commit a felony, and possession of a deadly weapon by a prohibited person.

43-year-old man

The victim of the shooting, who suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

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What’s next

Kon is expected to appear in court in the coming days to face the charges related to the shooting.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges Lincoln faces in addressing gun violence and ensuring public safety, with law enforcement needing to respond quickly and effectively to such crimes.