KPD: Woman Killed after Suffering Gunshot Wound at West Knoxville Apartment

Authorities said the victim was struck by a bullet that allegedly discharged from a handgun in the apartment adjacent to hers. (Courtesy: KPD)

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Knoxville police are investigating after a woman is struck and killed Saturday night by a firearm discharged in a neighboring apartment.

KPD officials say 40-year-old Cynthia Brown was pronounced dead at UT Medical Center early Sunday morning from a gunshot wound to the head.

KPD says the incident occurred around 9:45 p.m. Saturday at an apartment complex on Saint Francis Way and that investigations reveal Brown was struck by a bullet that was allegedly discharged from a handgun in the apartment adjacent to her’s.

Police have questioned the person suspected of firing the round and referred the case to the District Attorney’s office for a determination regarding charges and prosecution.