Man cited for cutting brake line of former landlord after eviction

LINCOLN - Lincoln Police have cited a man for cutting the brake line of his former landlord's vehicle after being evicted.

LPD says on Sunday around 1 p.m., officers were called to the 1900 Block of F Street on a report of vandalism.

A 54-year-old landlord told officers that someone cut his brake line , causing $500 in damage.

The victim discovered the cut line before driving.

The landlord says he believed it was a disgruntled ex-tenant, and when that ex-tenant was contacted, he denied the allegation.

Police say he allowed the officer to inspect his pocket knife, and brake fluid was found.

The man then admitted to cutting the line in response to being evicted by the landlord.

He was cited and released for misdemeanor vandalism.