In Knoxville, Tennessee, a 20-year-old man has been charged with second-degree murder after a tragic overdose case from last December. The Knoxville Police Department shared that Kristopher Holbrook was arrested by their Organized Crime Unit on Friday. He was taken into custody in the parking lot of an apartment complex located on Lake Brook Boulevard.
The story begins with a heartbreaking incident involving an 18-year-old woman who lost her life in December. The police said their Drug-Related Death Task Force investigated the case and found that Holbrook had sold drugs to a 16-year-old friend of the victim. Both the teenager and the young woman took the drugs, which led to the victim’s fatal overdose.
After looking into the case, a Knox County Grand Jury decided to indict Holbrook. He now faces charges for second-degree murder and for selling and delivering dangerous Schedule I drugs to a minor.
When detectives arrested Holbrook, they also searched his car. Inside, they discovered two guns, including an assault-style pistol.
This case highlights the devastating impact of drugs in the community and how it affects not just individuals but also families and friends. Law enforcement continues to work hard to prevent tragedies like this and bring those responsible to justice.
