FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contacts
[email protected]
410-576-7009
BALTIMORE, MD – The Independent Investigations Division (IID) of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General is providing an update regarding the police use of force incident that occurred on February 16, 2026, in Woodlawn, Baltimore County, Maryland. The adult male involved in the incident died on Friday, February 27, 2026.
The IID continues to investigate the circumstances of this incident.
Anyone with information about this incident, including cell phone video or private surveillance footage, is asked to contact the IID at (410) 576-7070 or by email at [email protected].
The IID recognizes that there have been requests for the immediate release of body-worn camera footage in this case. Under IID protocol, body-worn camera footage is generally released within 20 business days of an incident. The purpose of this timeframe is to allow investigators to secure and evaluate all relevant evidence before releasing video. These investigative steps may include collecting and analyzing physical evidence, interviewing witnesses, and obtaining additional video footage from the scene. Releasing footage before these steps are completed could compromise the integrity of the investigation and any potential prosecution. When additional time is required beyond the 20-business-day period, the IID will advise the public. The IID also offers to meet with involved family members and their counsel to explain the investigative process.
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