An Omaha man was injured during a Monday afternoon shootout with Washington County Sheriff’s Deputies
Just after 2 p.m., a Washington County Sheriff’s Deputy pulled over a Jeep Cherokee near 100 West Eagle Street in Arlington. During the traffic stop, deputies arrested the female driver for driving under suspension and was transported to Washington County Jail. A male passenger, identified as 48-year-old David Boettcher of Omaha, had an active felony warrant for assault.
According to investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol, Boettcher refused to cooperate with deputies, all the while deputies became aware that Boettcher was in possession of a firearm. After several minutes, Boettcher exited the passenger side of the vehicle and began firing shots toward the deputies. Multiple deputies returned fire, striking the suspect.
Deputies then attempted to render aid to Boettcher, who continued resisting. A trooper arrived on scene to assist, and Boettcher was taken into custody. He has been transported to UNMC in Omaha with what are believed to be non-life-threatening injuries.
No deputies were hurt during this incident. The handgun used by Boettcher was recovered from the scene.
A 1-year-old child who was in Jeep was not injured and has been placed in protective care.
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office requested the Nebraska State Patrol to investigate the incident. That investigation is ongoing.