KPD Investigating After Man Falls from 11th Street Parking Garage

KPD Investigating After Man Falls from 11th Street Parking Garage

The Knoxville Police Department is investigating after a man either jumped or fell from the 11th Street Parking Garage on Saturday night. 

At around 7:15 p.m. on Saturday, November 2, 2024, KPD officers responded to the area of the 11th Street Parking Garage, where a 21-year-old man was critically injured after falling from an upper floor of the parking garage. The victim was transported to the UT Medical Center and remains hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. 

It is unknown at this time if the victim intentionally jumped or accidentally fell. Based on witness statements and the findings of the preliminary investigation, it is believed that the victim was intoxicated. The investigation into the incident remains ongoing at this time.