Knoxville Police Continue Search for Suspect in East Knoxville Shooting

James Perry III, 40 (Courtesy: KPD)

Knoxville Police Continue Search for Suspect in East Knoxville Shooting

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Knoxville police have identified the suspect in a deadly East Knoxville shooting.

Knoxville Police Department officials say warrants have been issued for 40-year-old James Perry III, charging him with voluntary manslaughter and weapon offenses in connection to the February 14 shooting death of 50-year-old Sherwin Harris on McCalla Avenue.

Police say Perry shot Harris then fled the scene around 11:00 p.m. following a fight at the Magnolia Cafe which spilled over to the lounge at 2223 McCalla Avenue.

Anyone with information concerning Perry’s whereabouts is urged to contact East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers at 865-215-7165. Tipsters can remain anonymous.

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Knoxville Police Continue Search for Suspect in East Knoxville Shooting

James Perry III, 40 (Courtesy: KPD)

Knoxville Police Continue Search for Suspect in East Knoxville Shooting

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Knoxville police have identified the suspect in a deadly East Knoxville shooting.

Knoxville Police Department officials say warrants have been issued for 40-year-old James Perry III, charging him with voluntary manslaughter and weapon offenses in connection to the February 14 shooting death of 50-year-old Sherwin Harris on McCalla Avenue.

Police say Perry shot Harris then fled the scene around 11:00 p.m. following a fight at the Magnolia Cafe which spilled over to the lounge at 2223 McCalla Avenue.

Anyone with information concerning Perry’s whereabouts is urged to contact East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers at 865-215-7165. Tipsters can remain anonymous.