KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Knoxville Police Department is investigating after a man was found dead outside of a home in the 1900 block of McCalla Avenue around 8 a.m. Saturday.

When KPD arrived at the home, the man was found in the backyard, dead from a gunshot wound, according to KPD.

Based on preliminary findings from the KPD Homicide Unit, it is believed that the victim was shot by another man following a physical altercation.

The suspected shooter left the scene prior to the KPD's arrival on the scene.

A suspect is not in custody at this time, though detectives are pursuing strong leads, KPD said.

This investigation is still in its early stages, and we will update this article as we learn more.

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