BALTIMORE, MARYLAND** — Baltimore police are investigating an officer-involved shooting after an encounter between an officer and a man near Erdman Avenue reportedly escalated into a foot pursuit and an exchange involving a firearm.
According to the preliminary information provided by police, the officer was conducting crime-suppression duties in the area when he began speaking with a man. The encounter took a turn when the man reportedly ran away, prompting the officer to pursue him on foot.
Police say the man then pulled a gun on the officer, who responded by firing multiple shots.
## Encounter Escalates Into Foot Pursuit
The incident began while the officer was working in the Erdman Avenue area as part of crime-suppression activity.
According to the police account, the officer exited his marked patrol vehicle to speak with the man. The man subsequently fled, and the officer chased him on foot.
Authorities allege that during the pursuit, the man pulled a firearm on the officer, leading the officer to discharge his weapon several times.
The supplied information does not establish what initially prompted the conversation or why the man ran from the officer.
## Semiautomatic Handgun Reportedly Recovered
Police say a semiautomatic handgun was recovered following the incident. Investigators are expected to examine the weapon and other available evidence as they work to establish the full sequence of events.
The circumstances surrounding the firearm, including whether it was discharged, have not been independently confirmed in the information provided.
## Questions Remain About the Incident
Several important details have not yet been released, including the man’s identity, whether he was struck by gunfire, his medical condition, and whether any other individuals were injured.
The available information also does not clarify whether the officer sustained any injuries or whether body-worn camera footage will be released.
These details will be important in understanding what happened during the encounter.
## Investigation Into Officer-Involved Shooting
As with other officer-involved shootings, investigators may review witness statements, physical evidence, firearm evidence, and available video footage to determine the events leading up to the officer’s use of force.
At this stage, the account that the man pulled a gun comes from the preliminary police description and should be treated as an allegation until the available evidence is reviewed.
Further official information is needed to establish whether any charges will be filed and whether the officer’s actions complied with department policy and applicable law.
**This remains a developing story.** Additional details should be confirmed through official Baltimore Police Department updates.
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