Alabama man's death linked to Panama City active shooter; suspect now dead
Rickey StokesViewed: 7127
Posted by: RStokes
Date: May 23 2018 10:06 AM
Authorities in Panama City, Florida say the active shooter suspect who opened fire on authorities before barricading himself was found dead in a gasoline-soaked apartment, according to multiple news reports.
The suspect, who allegedly fired on law enforcement, has been identified as 49-year-old Kevin Holroyd, the Associated Press reported.
"We were just blessed that we didn't lose multiple officers and citizens today," Bay County Sheriff Tommy Ford told AP at a news conference in Panama City.He said a robot had to be deployed to check the apartment before officers could enter, finding the man dead.
No law enforcement agents were shot or wounded but one person leaving her apartment was injured and in stable condition, he said.
He described the dangerous situation that unfolded Tuesday as a "nightmare scenario for us," with authorities estimating 100 rounds fired during the altercation. Ford said sporadic bursts of heavy gunfire had pinned several officers down at times as the suspected assailant fired from an elevated position with a rifle. Several law enforcement agents had surrounded the apartment building.
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