BALTIMORE — A man is dead following a shootout with police Thursday evening in Southeast Baltimore.
Just before 5:30pm two officers came across 40-year-old Darryl Gamble who was wanted on a warrant.
As officers attempted to engage, he drove off.
Officers followed Gamble until he reached the intersection of E. Fairmount and N. Milton Avenues, where his car became disabled.
As officers drove by Gamble allegedly got out of the car and fired multiple shots striking a police cruiser.
Officers returned gunfire, but according to Acting Police Commissioner Richard Worley, the suspect dropped one weapon then picked up another and fired again.
The suspected gunman was ultimately killed during the exchange. A handgun with an extended magazine and short-barreled riffle were recovered at the scene.
None of the involved officers were injured. They've since been identified as officers Matthew Banocy, Nicholas DeJesus, Austin Gutridge, Connor Johnson and Nevin Nolte.
Mayor Brandon Scott issued a statement following the incident.
"This violent, tragic outcome impacts the entire Baltimore community, and our hearts are with all of those affected by this incident in every way," said Scott.
The Mayor vowed transparency, promising to keep the community informed of any major developments in the investigation.
"This incident is a reminder that the men and women of the BPD continue to face danger every day in their effort to serve Baltimore and improve public safety," said Scott. "As in every instance, there will be an assessment of the actions taken – but all initial information indicates the officers did what was necessary to ensure this violent incident did not further endanger residents in the area."
It's unclear what the suspect was initially wanted for.
The Independent Investigations Divisions is also investigating the incident.
