Officer Down
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Published in 2001 by DC Comics, 'Officer Down' is a crossover event involving the Batman family of titles. The storyline was written by a team of writers including Greg Rucka, Ed Brubaker, Chuck Dixon, and others, with art by Rick Burchett, Stefano Gaudiano, and others. The arc spans across several issues: 'Batman' #587, 'Robin' #86, 'Birds of Prey' #27, 'Catwoman' #90, 'Nightwing' #53, 'Detective Comics' #754, and 'Gotham Knights' #13.
The story begins with Commissioner James Gordon being shot and critically injured by an unknown assailant. The Batman family, including Batman, Robin, Nightwing, Batgirl, and others, mobilizes to find the shooter and bring them to justice. The investigation leads them through Gotham's underworld, uncovering various clues and dealing with numerous villains. The arc explores themes of justice, revenge, and the impact of crime on those who fight it.
'Officer Down' is significant for its focus on Commissioner Gordon, a key supporting character in the Batman mythos, and for highlighting the collaborative efforts of the Batman family. The storyline received positive reviews for its tight plotting and character development, particularly in how it handled the emotional and physical vulnerabilities of its characters. It also set the stage for future developments in the Batman series, particularly regarding Gordon's role in Gotham.