6 Juptcin, Disrtcr + Kyox Couwry, TENN CxarMme™ P. ALLEN Orrice of he District ATTORNEY GENERAL P.O, Box 1468 * Kyoxvinse, TN 37901-1468 Prone 865.215.2515 + Fax 865.215.4253 + Wastre, KNOxCOUNTY.0RG/DAG November 6, 2023 SA Edip Izmiligil Tennessee Bureau of Investigation 1791 Neals Commerce Lane Knoxville, TN 37914 RE: Officer Involved Homicide ~ 10/1/2023 - 3250 Denver Drive, Knoxville, TN Officer: KCSO Dep. James Loft Victim: Matthew Rose (dob: 10/17/1992) Dear Special Agent Izmirligil: | have had the opportunity to review the case file in the above referenced officer involved homicide. 1 have reviewed all the relevant reports, transcripts, statements, photographs, videos and evidence collected by the investigating agencies. Upon my review, I conclude that the above referenced officer’s actions were subjectively and objectively justified. 1 further conclude that the method, manner and amount of force utilized in this incident amounted to a necessary response to thwart the threat involved. I am closing this investigation as a justifiable homicide | understand that upon closure, pursuant to Tennessee Bureau of Investigation policy, a copy of the file will be shared with the Knox County Sherif’s Office, and I have no objection. Sincerely, Casa CHARME P. ALLEN DISTRICT ATTORNEY GENERAL 6" JUDICIAL DISTRICT cee: Knox County Sheriff Tom Spangler