Officer reportedly assaulted by teen in Lincoln

LINCOLN, Neb. -- An officer was assaulted by an 18-year-old that reportedly attempted to sneak backstage of a concert.

The Lincoln Police Department said officers were dispatched to the Pinnacle Bank Arena around 10:00 p.m. on Nov. 12 after an officer was reportedly assaulted.

Officials said there were other officers working at a concert that was held at the Arena and they were told by security staff that 18-year-old Patrick Bengston had allegedly tried to sneak backstage multiple times.

According to authorities, Bengston was taken away from the Arena but he reportedly tried to reenter three more times. Bengston was taken into custody for trespassing after the third attempt.

Officers said Bengston had reportedly tried to punch one of the officers in the face as he was taken into custody but the officer was able to dodge the hit and was not injured.

LPD said Bengston was lodged in jail for attempted assault on an officer, resisting arrest, criminal trespass, obstructing a police officer, and criminal mischief.