Defendant's arrest was based upon probable cause. The police had reasonable suspicion to believe defendant was connected with gunfire, and thus were justified in detaining him to complete their investigation regarding the gun observed in outline form in his pocket, and to confirm or dispel their suspicion (see, People v Paul,
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