Deputy Injured in Shooting During Disturbance Call in Omaha

Suspect also wounded after confrontation with law enforcement

Apr. 12, 2026 at 7:22pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a single spent bullet casing on a dark, textured surface, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually representing the evidence left behind from a shooting incident involving law enforcement.A single spent bullet casing left behind at the scene of a shooting that injured a law enforcement officer highlights the dangers officers face when responding to domestic disturbance calls.Omaha Today

A Douglas County Sheriff's deputy was shot and injured while responding to a disturbance call in Northwest Omaha on Sunday morning. The suspect, who had broken into the caller's apartment, shot at the deputy almost immediately upon arrival. After the deputy called for backup, multiple officers entered the apartment building and found the suspect in the hallway with a gunshot wound to the head.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers law enforcement officers face when responding to potentially volatile domestic disturbance calls, which can quickly escalate into violent confrontations. It also raises questions about mental health resources and de-escalation tactics that could help prevent such violent encounters.

The details

According to the Douglas County Sheriff's Department, the initial call came in at 11:49 a.m. regarding a disturbance between the caller and an individual with whom the caller had a domestic relationship. The suspect had broken into the caller's apartment at 10372 Weber Court and remained on the scene until the first deputy arrived at 11:58 a.m. The suspect then immediately shot at and struck the deputy. The injured deputy called for backup, and multiple DCSO deputies and Omaha Police Department officers responded. The suspect was later found in the apartment building hallway with a gunshot wound to the head.

  • The initial disturbance call came in at 11:49 a.m. on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
  • The first deputy arrived on the scene at 11:58 a.m. and was immediately shot.
  • Additional officers entered the apartment building after the deputy called for backup.

The players

Douglas County Sheriff's Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the disturbance call and confronted the suspect.

Omaha Police Department

The city's police force that assisted the Douglas County Sheriff's Department in responding to the incident.

The Suspect

An individual who had a domestic relationship with the caller and broke into the caller's apartment, leading to the confrontation with law enforcement.

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What’s next

The condition of the suspect is still unknown, and authorities will likely provide more details on the incident and any charges that may be filed as the investigation continues.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the risks and challenges faced by law enforcement when responding to domestic disturbance calls, which can quickly escalate into dangerous confrontations. It highlights the need for continued focus on officer safety, de-escalation tactics, and addressing underlying mental health and domestic violence issues in the community.