The suspect in the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office officer involved shooting, 43 year old Oakland resident, Stefon Demar Jefferson has been charged with attempted murder of a police officer in addition to numerous additional felonies related to this investigation.
The DCSO sergeant underwent surgery for the gunshot wound to his left hand and is in very good spirits. The sergeant is expected to be released from the hospital this afternoon. Additional surgeries performed by a specialist are expected later within the next week.
The Douglas County Sheriff Office wishes to thank the public for the outpouring of support for the men and women of our agency.
Additional information will be released when it becomes available.
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