Omaha, NE (September 5, 2026) – A teenage boy was injured on Thursday evening after a driver allegedly struck him near 205th St and Harrison St in Omaha.
The hit-and-run happened around 6:30 p.m. on September 3. According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, three boys were riding electric dirt bikes when a driver honked at them and followed them off the roadway.
One of the teens fell from his bike and was run over by the vehicle. He was taken to a hospital with a leg injury that was considered serious but not life-threatening.
The vehicle was described as a black four-door Jeep Wrangler, and the driver left the area after chasing another teen. Deputies are seeking information that could help identify the driver. The investigation remains ongoing.
We hope the injured teenager makes a full recovery.
What to Know About Hit-and-Run Crashes
A hit-and-run occurs when a driver leaves after a traffic collision without stopping to provide required information or assistance. These cases can be especially difficult to investigate when the driver or vehicle is not immediately identified.
Investigators may rely on witness accounts, nearby surveillance cameras, vehicle descriptions, and physical evidence to establish what happened. People who witnessed a hit-and-run can help by providing accurate details about the vehicle, driver, direction of travel, and time of the collision.
Anyone involved in or witnessing a roadway collision should remain in a safe place and assist when appropriate. Drivers are generally required to stop and remain at the site after a collision, subject to applicable law.
