KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Update (2/15/23): Knoxville police said Torrance Jones was taken into custody in Detroit. As of Feb. 15, he was awaiting extradition back to Knoxville. You can read more at this link.
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A suspect remains on the run after a shooting early Sunday morning, according to the Knoxville Police Department.
Officers responded to the 2800 block of London Circle, off Cecil Avenue, around 3 a.m. Sunday after reports of a shooting, KPD said.
The victim, 26-year-old William Weaver, was found suffering from a gunshot wound to the lower body. He was taken to a local hospital, where he is receiving treatment for wounds that aren't believed to be life-threatening, according to KPD.
KPD identified the suspect as 27-year-old Torrance Jones. He is wanted for attempted second-degree murder and weapons charges. Jones was also wanted for domestic assault and robbery charges from a prior unrelated incident, KPD said.
Anyone with information concerning Jones’ whereabouts is urged to contact East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers at 865-215-7165 or online. Tipsters can remain anonymous and be eligible to receive a cash reward.
KPD said the shooting victim is also facing charges, saying he had a stolen firearm on him when they found him. Weaver is facing charges of being a convicted felon in possession of a handgun, theft of a firearm and possession of a firearm while intoxicated. KPD said it will serve Weaver the warrants when he is released from the hospital.