The Omaha police officer shot twice by a shoplifting suspect at Nebraska’s largest mall Friday is stable and recovering, police announced Saturday. Jenkins allegedly declined to cooperate, answer questions or follow the officer’s instructions, police said. OMAHA POLICE OFFICER SHOT AT WESTROADS MALL, CONDITION STABLE; SUSPECT IN CUSTODYThen, when Wittstruck tried to place him in handcuffs, Jenkins allegedly resisted. Then Jenkins allegedly shot him twice – in the face and the top of his head. "Our prayers are with Officer Wittstruck and his family for a full recovery," Omaha Police Chief Todd Schmaderer said in a statement.

Source: Fox News March 14, 2021 00:56 UTC