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Shot fired toward deputy, hour-long standoff as Douglas County Sheriff's Office responds to call

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OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — The Douglas County Sheriff's Office says it was dispatched to a domestic disturbance at a residence in the area of 188th and Blondo Streets just before 7 p.m. on Tuesday.

Upon arrival, the deputy met with the victim outside of the residence. The deputy reported hearing a gunshot from within the house.

According to the sheriff's office, the deputy retreated behind his cruiser for safety and awaited backup. After an hour-long standoff, a 39-year-old man surrendered and was placed into custody without further incident.

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