KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Knoxville Police Department Violent Crimes Unit and the Knoxville Fire Department arson investigators continue to jointly investigate after firefighters discovered a body after putting out a house fire.
KFD responded to an active house fire at 2418 Wilson Ave. around 8:50 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 21, according to KPD.
Donald DeShazo, 46, of Detroit was found dead inside the home after the fire was extinguished. Based on the circumstances and available evidence, DeShazo's death is actively being investigated as a homicide, KPD said.
Investigators are asking for anyone with information regarding DeShazo’s death or who witnessed any activity at 2418 Wilson Avenue on the night of Friday, Jan. 21 and the days prior to contact East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers.
Crime Stoppers is available 24/7 by phone at 865-215-7165, online at www.easttnvalleycrimestoppers.org or via the P3 Tips mobile app. Tipsters will remain anonymous and be eligible to receive a cash reward.