OMAHA, Neb. — Residents near S. 55th and Pine Streets should expect traffic delays and an ongoing investigation after a man was killed in an officer-involved shooting Saturday evening, the Omaha Police Department said.
Police said they were called to a residence in the neighborhood about 5:30 p.m. for a report of a person in crisis. Shortly after officers arrived, the individual fired a weapon from inside the home and an officer returned fire, according to the department. The person died at the scene.
The department said officers recovered a firearm from the residence. No police officers were injured during the incident.
What officials have said
The Omaha Police Department notified the public that officers were safe and warned of traffic restrictions around the scene while investigators work.
"There is a large police presence in the area of S. 55th & Pine St. for an officer-involved incident. Officers are okay. There will be traffic restrictions in the neighborhood near the scene." — Omaha Police Department
Under department policy, the officer involved in the shooting will be placed on critical incident review leave while the investigation proceeds.
What residents should know
- Expect road closures or detours near S. 55th and Pine while detectives process the scene.
- Omaha police recovered a firearm and confirmed the person killed was shot during an exchange of gunfire with officers.
- No officers were reported injured; the involved officer has been placed on review leave per policy.
The department asked anyone with information about the incident to contact Omaha Crime Stoppers at 402-444-STOP. Investigators did not release the identity of the person who died pending notification of next of kin and continued inquiry.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | S. 55th & Pine Streets, Omaha |
| Time | About 5:30 p.m., Saturday |
| Casualties | One person deceased; no officers injured |
| Police action | Officer returned fire; firearm recovered; officer placed on critical incident review leave |
As investigators continue on-scene work, neighborhood traffic patterns may be altered. Residents are asked to follow directions from officers at the scene and to avoid the area to allow investigators to complete their work.
More details will be released by the Omaha Police Department as the investigation progresses.
