Teens Robbed and Beaten Over Gas Money
Lincoln Police are looking for four teens they say robbed an beat two other teens.
It happened at about three Saturday morning near First and Adams street.
Police say the 17-year-old and 16-year-old victims were walking when a red van drove by.
They say the van stopped and the people inside asked for money. The 17-year-old told them he didn't have any.
Police say the van continued to follow the teens, harassing them for gas money.
The 17-year-old gave the suspects $10 out of fear of being assaulted.
Police say the 16-year-old attempted to call 911, but one of the suspects grabbed his phone and punched him in the face five times.
They say the 17-year-old ran off and called police.
Police describe the suspects as four black men, ranging in age from 12 to 17, 5'3" to 6'3"
Call Lincoln Crimestoppers at 475-3600 with any information.
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