On Sunday, July 25th at 4 p.m., Lincoln Police investigated a possible threat complaint made by the Lincoln Children’s Museum.
Officials there stated they received communication from unknown individuals about an event to be held at the museum by OutNebraska. They felt the message threatened the safety and well being of those attending.
LPD continues to investigate the incident. They are seeking leads, including whether these threats were directed at OutNebraska and its ties to the Lincoln LGBTQ community. No arrests have been made.
Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird released this statement on the threats:
“Playing politics with people’s lives is never acceptable. Inflammatory online posts about a private event at the Lincoln Children’s Museum inspired threats and fueled hatred and fear. All threats are being investigated by the Lincoln Police Department, and, to our LGBTQ friends and neighbors, know you are loved and welcome in our city.”