Brooklyn Park became the scene of a reported shootout on Wednesday afternoon, as multiple individuals exchanged gunfire outside the M&T Bank on Ritchie Highway. According to a police press release, officers were called to the bank at approximately 1:20 p.m. on Thursday after shots rang out in the parking lot. Witnesses at the scene described seeing at least two suspects involved in the incident, who fled before police arrived.

The Anne Arundel County Police Department released descriptions of the suspects: one male was seen wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt and black pants, while another male donned a black T-shirt and black pants. Shell casings were recovered from the scene by responding officers, but no reports of injuries have been made public as of now.

Northern District detectives are reaching out to the public in an effort to glean more information about the brazen midday shooting. Anyone with knowledge about the incident or the suspects' whereabouts is encouraged to come forward. Tips can be shared by contacting the detectives directly at 410-222-6135 or anonymously through the Tip Line at 410-222-4700.