Lincoln Police were called to Cooper Park in the 900 block of South 6th Street about 1:15 Thursday morning following a report that a man had been shot.
LPD Captain Max Hubka tells KLIN News the 35 year old victim and another male had a disagreement and as the victim turned to leave the park he heard a pop and felt pain in his shoulder. He was struck in the back shoulder area by a single shot.
The suspect is described as a 15 to 21 year old white male, 6 feet tall, 150 pounds with long brown hair. He was wearing pink or orange shorts He fled the scene before police arrived.
The victim is hospitalized with non life-threatening injuries and the investigation is on-going. Officers recovered two .380 caliber shell casings at the scene. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Lincoln Police Department at 402-441-6000 or Crime Stoppers at 402-475-3600.