A 59-year-old Lincoln man who was in the home when 60-year-old Julie Jordan was shot in the head near 10th and New Hampshire streets Tuesday has been arrested for his alleged role in the incident.
Melvin Botts was booked Thursday on suspicion of first-degree assault and use of a deadly weapon to commit a felony after he allegedly shot Jordan.
Jordan, who was conscious when police arrived at 1321 N. 10th St. at about 1:45 p.m. Tuesday, was in stable condition Thursday, Lincoln Police Sgt. Chris Vigil said. He said police were still trying to piece together what happened in the lead-up to the shooting — and who fired the gun.
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LPD Capt. Duane Winkler on Friday confirmed Botts' arrest was related to Tuesday's shooting, but declined to provide any further details, citing the ongoing investigation.
Botts won't make his initial appearance in Lancaster County Court until Monday. Until then, he will remain at the county jail.
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