Registered Omaha sex offender ‘Cookie Monster’ arrested after allegedly breaking into home, entering sleeping child’s bed

An Omaha man who has been a registered sex offender since 1987 was arrested Friday

April 27, 2026Updated: April 27, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Regional

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Registered Omaha sex offender ‘Cookie Monster’ arrested after allegedly breaking into home, entering sleeping child’s bed

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State

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Sports

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Ag & Outdoor

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