Baltimore Police Release Body-Camera Footage in Fatal January 20 Shooting Near I-95 and Eastern Avenue
Body-camera video released in officer-involved fatal shooting
Baltimore police have released body-camera footage from a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred on January 20, 2026, during an attempted detention of a man police said was armed. The encounter unfolded after officers responded to a 911 report of a person being threatened with a gun in Southeast Baltimore.
The man who was killed was identified as 40-year-old Jamarl Muse of Baltimore. The officers involved were identified as Sgt. Carlos Arias, a 15-year veteran, and Officer Edwin Ruiz, a three-year veteran. Both are assigned to the department’s Operations Bureau.
What investigators say happened on January 20
Investigators said officers were dispatched at about 9:14 p.m. to the 6800 block of Bank Street following the report of a gun threat. The caller provided a detailed description and reported the suspect fled on a white bicycle. Officers then saw a man matching the description in the 6500 block of Eastern Avenue riding a white bicycle.
During the attempt to detain him, an early review of body-worn camera footage shows the man discharged a handgun. Police said multiple officers fired their service weapons, striking him. Officers provided emergency medical aid until EMS arrived, and the man was pronounced dead at the scene. A handgun was recovered nearby, and no officers were reported injured.
Oversight and the investigation process
The shooting is being investigated under Maryland’s framework for police-involved fatalities, which places such cases under the authority of the state’s independent investigative structure within the Office of the Attorney General. Under that process, investigators gather witness statements, review video evidence and other records, and collect physical evidence before presenting findings for further review.
The incident involves recorded body-worn camera video that is subject to release under established policies, which can include redactions to address privacy and safety considerations.
Why the video release matters
The release of body-camera footage in fatal police encounters has become a central feature of public accountability, while also raising procedural questions about what can be shown during ongoing investigations. In Maryland, releases are typically tied to protocol-driven timelines and may be adjusted to accommodate investigative steps, required notifications, and necessary edits to protect sensitive information.
Key facts at a glance
Date of incident: January 20, 2026
Location: Near Eastern Avenue, after an initial call from the 6800 block of Bank Street
Decedent: 40-year-old Jamarl Muse of Baltimore
Officers identified: Sgt. Carlos Arias and Officer Edwin Ruiz
Injuries: Muse died at the scene; no officers reported injured
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional details—including full sequence determinations, ballistic findings, and witness accounts—are typically addressed as the state investigative process progresses.