Baltimore, Maryland
April 15, 2016
Agencies: Baltimore Police Department Maryland
Cause of death: Shooting
Last updated: almost 6 years ago
Howard allegedly followed an off-duty detective into a liquor store, pulled out a replica gun and a knife, and tried to rob the detective. The officer fatally shot Howard with his service weapon.
Twenty years ago, Howard was critically wounded by two officers, who said he drew a weapon and fired at them.
The circumstances then were hotly disputed. Howard was acquitted by a jury of criminal charges, and he then unsuccessfully sued the officers for $12 million. He claimed he was unarmed and had his arms raised.
This time, there is less ambiguity, as the incident was captured on surveillance cameras.
Police say they won't identify the officer because he's undercover.