Omaha Police Halt Use of Shock Gloves in Schools After Public Scrutiny

Omaha police have agreed to cease carrying electric shock gloves within Nebraska's largest public school district following public outcry. The decision impacts most middle and high schools in the district.

The revelation that officers were equipped with these devices, known as "Gloves" or "generated low output voltage emitters," came to light after an Associated Press report. These shock gloves have also seen use in some correctional facilities in recent years. The move to remove them from school grounds signifies a shift in policy prompted by concerns over their deployment in an educational setting.