KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Knoxville police are investigating after someone stabbed and killed a man Tuesday morning.
The Knoxville Police Department said officers arrived at 128 North Bertrand Street around 5:30 a.m. Tuesday after receiving a call that a man had been assaulted and stabbed.
Police found the victim inside a second-floor apartment. First responders pronounced him dead at the scene.
KPD said the victim has been identified as William Burris, 53, of Knoxville. Burris lived in the apartment where the stabbing and assault took place.
Violent Crimes Unit investigators said they are continuing to follow active leads, but no suspects have been arrested or charged at this time, KPD said.
Anyone with information is asked to contact East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers by phone at 865-215-7165, online at www.easttnvalleycrimestoppers.org or via the P3 Tips mobile app. Tipsters can remain anonymous and be eligible to receive a cash reward.