Police exchange gunshots with man near Carter Street, Parramore Avenue

A manhunt is underway Wednesday after a man opened fire on two Orlando police officers, officials said.

ORLANDO, Fla. – A manhunt is underway Wednesday after a man opened fire on two Orlando police officers, officials said.

Orlando Police Chief Eric Smith said a resident flagged down officers in the area of Carter Street and Parramore Avenue after 11 p.m. Tuesday and told them they were robbed by a gunman.

The victim gave a description of the culprit, who was located by officers near Conley Street and Short Avenue, Smith said.

The gunman fired multiple rounds at the officers before they got out of their vehicle and returned fire, Smith said.

The assailant dropped his gun and ran away, according to police.

The culprit was described as a Black man, about 6 feet tall. He was last seen wearing blue jeans, a gray shirt and a dark hat.

Smith said the officers involved in the shootout were not injured.

Anyone who sees the man is asked to call 911.

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