At 7:34 p.m., on August 16, 2009, Independence Division officers responded to a 911 call for service in reference to an assault with a deadly weapon call advising one male had been shot.  When officers arrived on scene, they located Mr. Muse lying on the ground outside of the apartment building suffering from a gunshot wound.  Charlotte Fire Department and Medic arrived on scene, treated Mr. Muse and he was pronounced deceased shortly after by Medic.

Based on witness statements gathered during the preliminary investigation, Mr. Muse and another individual were on the second floor breezeway talking when they heard several shots being fired.  As Mr. Muse attempted to run away he was shot.  In addition, witnesses advised seeing a white male fleeing the scene on foot.

Detectives with the Homicide Unit, ADW Unit, and Independence Division officers conducted a neighborhood canvass.  Crime Scene Search was on scene as well, photographed the scene and collected physical evidence. 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 704-432-TIPS and speak directly to a homicide detective.  Detective B. Ward is the lead detective assigned to the case.  In addition, you may also call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.