KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — UPDATE MARCH 8: The man found shot to death early Monday in the Old City has been identified as 44-year-old Jeremy Paul, according to the Knoxville Police Department.
Paul, of Knoxville, was found near railroad tracks in the 200 block of Humes Street.
"KPD Violent Crimes Unit investigators are continuing their investigation into the shooting. No suspects have been arrested or charged at this time," according to an update Tuesday from KPD.
Anyone with information is asked to call East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers at 865-215-7165. You can also leave a tip here. You can also use the P3 Tips mobile app or by texting **TIPS.
Tipsters can remain anonymous and be eligible to receive a cash reward.
PREVIOUS STORY: A man was found dead early Monday in Knoxville.
Officers with the Knoxville Police Department responded to the area of E. Jackson Avenue and Morgan Street around 1:20 a.m. after receiving reports of a gunshot victim, KPD said.
Officers located a man suffering from at least one gunshot wound near the railroad tracks in the 200 block of Humes Street, according to KPD.
The victim, who has not yet been identified and is believed to be homeless, was pronounced dead at the scene, KPD said.
The body was transported to the Regional Forensic Center for identification and further examination. Investigators and Crime Lab personnel processed the scene throughout the morning and continue to canvas for any additional evidence or leads, according to KPD.
Anyone with information is urged to contact East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers by phone at 865-215-7165, online at www.easttnvalleycrimestoppers.org or on the P3 Tips mobile app.