Gov. Pillen Orders Deployment of Soldiers to Support Law Enforcement in Elkhorn

LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen has ordered the deployment of soldiers with the Nebraska National Guard to assist with security in neighborhoods impacted by severe weather over the weekend.

Douglas County officials have requested personnel from the National Guard who can assist in the deterrence of looting and with the management of heavy vehicle traffic around neighborhoods where homes have been damaged and destroyed.  Pursuant with that request, Gov. Pillen has ordered the deployment of soldiers to support law enforcement in Elkhorn.

The National Guard will deploy approximately two dozen soldiers starting as early as tomorrow evening and through the next two weeks.