Gun Incident Investigated in Bloomington

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A report of a man brandishing a handgun in front of Upstairs Pub on Kirkwood Avenue has led to an investigation by the Bloomington Police Department. The incident occurred around 1 a.m. on Saturday, with police responding to a report of a man holding a gun. According to Captain Ryan Pedigo, the man was with two women and ran toward Nick's English Hut after allegedly brandishing the firearm. Security camera footage reviewed by officers showed an altercation in the middle of Kirkwood Avenue in front of the pub, with the man holding an item consistent with a firearm. Two Upstairs Pub employees reported seeing what they thought was a fight about to take place and observed the man drop the firearm, leading to ammunition falling out.

Key Takeaways:

  • The incident occurred around 1 a.m. on Saturday, with police responding to a report of a man brandishing a handgun in front of Upstairs Pub on Kirkwood Avenue.
  • The man was reportedly with two women and ran toward Nick's English Hut after allegedly brandishing the firearm.
  • Security camera footage reviewed by officers showed an altercation in the middle of Kirkwood Avenue in front of the pub, with the man holding an item consistent with a firearm.
  • Two Upstairs Pub employees reported seeing what they thought was a fight about to take place and observed the man drop the firearm, leading to ammunition falling out.
  • BPD officers located a live round of ammunition and broken plastic in the area, indicating that the firearm was indeed present.
  • The man was seen picking up the firearm and running west on Kirkwood Avenue.
  • Investigators are now attempting to identify the individuals involved in the incident.
  • The Upstairs Pub employees who witnessed the incident were cooperative with police and provided valuable information.

Statistics:

  • The incident occurred around 1 a.m. on Saturday.
  • Police responded to the incident in approximately 5-15 minutes, according to reports.
  • The man ran toward Nick's English Hut after allegedly brandishing the firearm.
  • Two live rounds of ammunition and broken plastic were found in the area.
  • The Upstairs Pub employees who witnessed the incident were reportedly shaken by the incident.
  • No injuries or arrests have been reported in relation to the incident.

Sources:

  • Statement from Captain Ryan Pedigo, Bloomington Police Department
  • Security camera footage from Upstairs Pub on Kirkwood Avenue