New York Man Arrested in Connection to Maine Murder
Kareem Quattlebaum, 38, of New York, was arrested today in the Bronx and charged with the murder of Jaquan Humphries, 28, of Mattapan, Massachusetts, which occurred in Maine earlier this year.
The arrest, made by the FBI, stems from an investigation into the shooting death of Humphries on March 12, 2025, at a residence located at 531 Madawaska Road in Palmyra, Maine. Authorities have not yet released details regarding a potential motive, but this case highlights the increasing reach of investigations that cross state lines. Quattlebaum is currently being held at Rikers Island pending an extradition hearing to Maine.
The Maine Department of Public Safety confirmed the FBI took Quattlebaum into custody yesterday, October 15, 2025. This investigation involved collaboration between Maine authorities and federal agents, demonstrating a coordinated effort to bring those responsible for violent crimes to justice. For more information on crime statistics in Maine, visit the Maine Department of Public Safety’s statistics page.
The ongoing investigation continues to gather evidence and information surrounding the circumstances of Humphries’ death. Local Maine news will continue to follow this story as it develops. Officials stated the investigation remains active and further details will be released as appropriate.
