A man seen throwing rocks at local businesses is tased after attempting to push officers into oncoming traffic.
Officer Erin Spilker says police were sent to Nebraska Ballet Theatre and School at 2620 O St. just before 9 p.m. Sunday after a witness reported a man throwing rocks at the business’s windows.
Officers observed several windows had been damaged but found no signs of a suspect.
After canvassing the area, officers located a person matching a description provided by the caller throwing rocks at Eakes Office Solutions buildings at 110 O St.
” As officers approached the male, he began walking at the officers with his fists up, pushing them into O St. traffic as they tried to de-escalate the situation,” said Spilker. ” The male was irate, aggressive and advancing at officers.”
Eventually, an officer deployed a taser, which proved to be effective.
After being medically cleared, 39-year-old David Hefner was transported to jail for two counts of felony mischief.
Total damage to both buildings is estimated at $10,800.