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Gotham Central #3

Dec 2011 · DC · 19.99 USD; 22.99 CAD
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This third volume of Gotham Central collects issues #13-22 of the acclaimed series, focusing on the detectives of the GCPD's Major Crimes Unit as they navigate the complexities of policing a city where Batman operates. The storylines delve into the personal and professional lives of characters like Renee Montoya and Crispus Allen, exploring the aftermath of a major tragedy and the hunt for a serial killer targeting police officers. Written by Greg Rucka and Ed Brubaker with art by Michael Lark and others, this trade paperback continues the series' celebrated blend of crime noir and superhero elements.

In "Corrigan, Part One," a tense chase through an abandoned building leads Jesus and Miguel to an old hide-out once used by Dr. Alchemy, where a chance spill sets off an unexplained reaction. When cop Andy Kelly intervenes to save them, he's severely burned, launching a new investigation by detectives Allen and Montoya. Written by Greg Rucka and illustrated by Stefano Gaudiano, with colors by Lee Loughridge and letters by Clem Robins, this gripping Gotham Central issue unfolds with quiet dread and rising stakes. The cover, by Cliff Chiang, captures the moment just before the chaos begins.

Contains 9 stories
Corrigan, Part One
22 pp · Crime, Superhero
Detective Crispus AllenDetective Renee MontoyaCaptain Maggie SawyerInspector Manny ExperanzaBlack Spider [Johnny Lamonica]Jim CorriganDaria Hernandez (Renee's girlfriend)Finn Rickert (Attorney)

In "Corrigan, Part One," detectives Montoya and Allen uncover a violent gang hit tied to the Black Spider, only to find themselves entangled in a deadly ambush. As tensions rise, a shocking accusation surfaces—Allen allegedly shot a suspect while he was already cuffed—while a mysterious figure, Jim Corrigan, quietly trades stolen evidence on G-Bay.

Corrigan, Part Two
23 pp · Crime, Superhero
Detective Crispus AllenDetective Renee MontoyaDaria Hernandez (Renee's Girlfriend)Dore Allen (Crispus' Wife)Jake Allen (Crispus's Son)Malcolm Allen (Crispus's Son)Detective Josie MacInspector Manny EsperanzaJim CorriganJennifer Gordon-Hewitt

In "Corrigan, Part Two," Detective Montoya and Inspector Esperanza race to trace a single bullet—key to clearing Detective Allen’s name—after learning it was sold on G-Bay by the enigmatic Jim Corrigan to Jennifer Gordon-Hewitt. The investigation dives into the shadows of Gotham’s underground economy, where every lead feels like a step closer to the truth… and deeper into danger.

Lights Out
21 pp · Crime, Superhero
Commissioner AkinsDetective Tommy BurkeDetective Dagmar ProcjnowDetective Crispus AllenDetective Renee MontoyaCaptain Maggie SawyerReporter Simon LippmanStacy (Receptionist)Mayor David HullBatman
On the Freak Beat, Part One of Two
22 pp · Crime, Superhero
Detective Romy ChandlerNora FieldsDetective Marcus DriverDetective Josie MacReverend Buford PressmanCommissioner AkinsMarion PressmanShari EspositoGraham McMillanSimon Lippman (Reporter)Catwoman
On the Freak Beat, Part Two of Two
22 pp · Crime, Superhero
CatwomanDetective Josie MacDetective Nelson CroweSergeant Jackson DaviesDetective Marcus DriverStacy (Receptionist)Slam BradleySimon Lippman (Reporter)Graham McMillan
Keystone Kops, Part One
22 pp · Crime, Superhero
MiguelAnnaJesusOfficer Andy Kelly (Street Cop)Officer Don Peak (Street Cop)Hernando Montoya (Renee Montoya's Father)Detective Crispus AllenDetective Renee MontoyaCaptain Maggie SawyerDetective Joely BartlettSergeant Vincent Del ArrazioInspector Lanning (Gotham Fire Department)

In "Keystone Kops, Part One," Jo and Miguel’s tense confrontation spirals into chaos when they flee into an abandoned hideout once used by Dr. Alchemy. The accidental spill of unknown chemicals ignites a strange reaction, drawing in cop Andy Kelly, who rescues the boys at great personal cost. As Detectives Allen and Montoya step in, the case takes a turn into the unexplained—leaving the city’s finest to unravel a mystery that’s as dangerous as it is baffling.

Keystone Kops, Part Two
22 pp · Crime, Superhero
Officer Don Peak (Street Cop)Andy Kelly (Street Cop turned monster)Sharon Kelly (Andy Kelly's wife)Detective Crispus AllenDetective Renee MontoyaHernando Montoya (Detective Montoya's Father)Officer DognavichDetective Marcus DriverDetective Josie MacDetective Joely BartlettCaptain Maggie SawyerStacy (Receptionist)BatmanDaria Hernandez (Renee's Girlfriend)Detective Chyre (Keystone Detective)Detective Jared Morillo (Keystone Detective)Doctor Ashley ZolomonDr. Alchemy
Keystone Kops, Part Three
22 pp · Crime, Superhero
Detective Crispus AllenDetective Renee MontoyaDr. AlchemyAndy Kelly (Street Cop turned Monster)Officer Don Peak (Street Cop)Sharon Kelly (Andy Kelly's wife)Detective Jared Morillo (Keystone Detective)Detective Chyre (Keystone Detective)Doctor Ashley ZolomonCaptain Maggie SawyerCommissioner AkinsDaria Hernandez (Renee's Girlfriend)Hernando Montoya (Renee's father)Batman

In "Keystone Kops, Part Three" from Gotham Central #3, Detective Montoya and Allen bring Dr. Alchemy to Gotham in a desperate bid to cure the injured Officer Kelly, only to find his presence worsens her condition. The story unfolds with tense urgency as the team grapples with the consequences of their choice, testing the limits of science and justice in the heart of Gotham’s chaos.

Keystone Kops, Part Four
22 pp · Crime, Superhero
Detective Renee MontoyaDetective Crispus AllenBatmanDr. AlchemyAndy Kelly (Street Cop turned Monster)Stacy Kelly (Andy Kelly's wife)Captain Maggie SawyerDetective Jared Morillo (Keystone Detective)Detective Chyre (Keystone Detective)Daria Hernandez (Renee's girlfriend)Hernando Montoya (Renee's Father)Doctor NicholsOfficer Don Peak (Street Cop)Officer Dognavich

In "Keystone Kops, Part Four," Detective Montoya grapples with personal and professional turmoil as a monstrous creature—born from Andy Kelly's transformation—runs rampant through Gotham. With her family finally confronting her secret relationship, Montoya must balance a fragile reconciliation with her father while leading the charge to stop the escalating threat.

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Full credits

writer Greg Rucka
artist, inker Stefano Gaudiano
letterer Clem Robins
cover pencils, inks Cliff Chiang

Reprints

↩ Reprints Gotham Central #23 (2004), Gotham Central #24 (2004), Gotham Central #25 (2005), Gotham Central #26 (2005), Gotham Central #27 (2005), Gotham Central #28 (2005), Gotham Central #29 (2005), Gotham Central #30 (2005), Gotham Central #31 (2005), Gotham Central #3 (2010)

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