Omaha Police and City Council Face Controversy and Indictments

Omaha Police Chief Todd Schmaderer issued a statement saying the department is committed to the "highest standards of policing" after two former officers were arraigned on fraud charges. The charges include drug trafficking, distributing drugs while on duty, and obstructing investigations. The department launched an investigation after becoming aware of the possibility of criminal activity, and a select group of detectives worked with the FBI. Schmaderer emphasized that those involved will be held accountable regardless of their status or standing in the community.