Jamarl Muse Obituary, Death – State officials have identified the man who died during a police encounter in Baltimore City earlier this week, as an independent investigation into the incident continues. The Office of the Attorney General confirmed that the man was 40-year-old Jamarl Muse.
Authorities also released the names of the two Baltimore Police Department officers involved in the incident. One officer is a sergeant with approximately 15 years of service, and the other has been with the department for about three years. Following standard procedure in cases involving police use of force, both officers have been placed on administrative assignment within the department’s Operations Bureau while the investigation is underway.
According to Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley, officers were dispatched to the area of Bank Street at around 9 p.m. Tuesday after receiving a report that an individual was armed and allegedly threatening another person. Police responded to assess the situation and ensure public safety.
Commissioner Worley said officers attempted to take the man into custody during the encounter. During the struggle, events escalated, and police reported that the individual obtained a weapon. Officers then discharged their firearms. The man later died at the scene. No additional details about the encounter have been released at this time.
Officials emphasized that incidents involving the use of force by police are taken seriously and are subject to independent review. The Independent Investigations Division of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General has assumed responsibility for the case. This division is tasked with conducting a thorough and impartial examination of the circumstances surrounding police-involved incidents that result in serious injury or death.
As part of the investigative process, authorities will review evidence from the scene, including available video footage, witness statements, and reports from the officers involved. The findings will be evaluated to determine whether department policies and state laws were followed.
Police leaders noted that assigning officers to administrative duty during an investigation is a routine step and does not imply wrongdoing. This process is intended to protect the integrity of the investigation while ensuring transparency and accountability.
City officials expressed condolences to those affected by the incident and acknowledged the impact such events can have on the community. They also reiterated their commitment to providing updates as more information becomes available and the investigation progresses.
At this stage, no further details have been released, and authorities say it may take time before the investigation is completed. Members of the public are encouraged to rely on verified information from official sources and to allow investigators the time needed to conduct a full and fair review.
The case remains under active investigation, and additional updates are expected once the review is concluded.
