Nebraska leaders say they are praying for Omaha police officer who was injured in shooting
Nebraska leaders said they are praying for an Omaha police officer who was injured in a shooting Monday morning.Omaha Police Chief Todd Schmaderer said the officer, who has not been identified, was shot in the head by a round. He is alert and talking.What we know: Omaha police officer injured in shooting alert and talking"I am monitoring the situation regarding the Omaha Police Officer shot in the line of duty this morning and ask all Nebraskans to join in prayer for this Officer’s recovery. Our law enforcement officers—Police, Sheriffs, Troopers—are heroes. Say a prayer for each of them," Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen said. "Please keep this officer and all others responding to this situation in your thoughts this morning," the Nebraska State Patrol said. "We are praying for his recovery and for his family. We stand with our cops! We are glad the criminal is in custody," Nebraska Rep. Don Bacon said.Video: Possible suspect in handcuffs after shooting that injured Omaha police officerThe officer was taken to a local hospital in critical condition, where Schmaderer and Omaha Mayor John Ewing Jr. were able to visit with him and his family.Schmaderer said it appears his prognosis is good.NAVIGATE: Home | Weather | Local News | National | Sports | Newscasts on demand |
