Douglas County Man Charged with Attempted First-Degree Murder in Road-Rage Shooting

A 43-year-old Douglas County man was taken into custody after a road-rage shooting near Quebec Street and Wildcat Ridge left a vehicle struck multiple times by gunfire but caused no injuries. The arrest and charges underline both a close call for local motorists and the growing role of automated camera systems in policing.

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office announced that Mitchell Aaron Weber faces multiple charges, including attempted first-degree murder and illegal discharge of a firearm, following the January 16 incident. Deputies say the victim’s vehicle was struck repeatedly by gunfire during the encounter. Investigators described the case as a coordinated effort among patrol deputies, detectives, and the IMPACT Team that led to Weber’s arrest.

Officials credited Flock Safety automated license-plate and vehicle detection cameras with playing a critical role in identifying the suspect vehicle. The sheriff’s release included photos of the suspect vehicle and the damaged victim vehicle, along with links to additional media resources. The investigation remains ongoing as detectives continue to piece together the circumstances surrounding the shooting and any potential witnesses or additional evidence.

For residents who travel the Quebec Street corridor and surrounding neighborhoods such as Wildcat Ridge, the incident is a reminder of how quickly routine commutes can escalate and how visible technology is reshaping local law enforcement. The use of automated cameras has become a focal point in county conversations about safety, balancing crime-solving benefits with concerns about surveillance and privacy.

Local law enforcement emphasized the collaborative nature of the response, noting that patrol units, detectives, and the specialized IMPACT Team combined resources to move the investigation forward. The arrest removes an immediate threat from the streets, but prosecutors will now consider charges through the court process as investigators compile their case.

This episode underscores two practical takeaways for the Douglas County community: routine road encounters can pose serious risks, and evidence from vehicle-detection networks can be decisive in resolving violent incidents. Expect further updates from the sheriff’s office as the investigation progresses and charges move through the judicial system, and take care on local routes where tensions can flare quickly.