Thomas Lewis Walker, a 63-year-old Black man, was found with at least one gunshot wound at the intersection of McCampbell Walls Way and Laurel Creek Way in Knoxville on February 3, 2021. Knoxville officers discovered him unresponsive that evening; despite first responders’ efforts he died of his injuries.

One person was detained at the scene for investigation but no charges were filed immediately, and the case was referred to the Knox County District Attorney’s Office for review. Public details about what led to the shooting remain unclear, and authorities have not released the name of the individual who was detained.

As of the latest information, the case remains unsolved with no public announcements of arrests or identified suspects. If anyone knew Thomas Walker or has information about the shooting, please come forward with what can help the investigation.