British scientist Matthew Willson killed by stray bullet shot through wall in US

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “We’re saying it’s the reckless discharge of firearms from one apartment complex and the stray bullet travelled through the woods and entered his apartment.” He said investigators are following up on all leads, adding: “We’re receiving tips from the public and our investigator team has been working around the clock to ensure that we’re tracking down the individuals that are responsible.” The officer believes the incident is “the first of its kind” in the area. “I think that’s the best way for us to approach it because that’s what we’re used to and we’re capable of tracking down and viewing the evidence and making sure that we’re getting all of those steps and the puzzle pieces put back together, so we are approaching it as a homicide until the evidence dictates something different.” Dr Wilson’s sister, Kate, told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: “It’s impossible to comprehend how it is even true.” Police had been called out to the area over reports of gunshots when they received another call that a person had been shot. “Dr Willson was transported to a local trauma centre where he succumbed to his injuries,” he said, adding: “This incident appears to be a random act involving individuals participating in the reckless discharge of firearm which led to the tragic death of Dr Willson.” According to the Associated Press, Dr Willson was visiting his girlfriend Katherine Shepard and the shooting took place three days into the visit. “I picked him up from the airport, took him to his favourite eating location, and the next day, he’s gone.” Ms Shepard added to the Atlanta newspaper, “The smallest thing we could ask for is that whoever did is held accountable.” Sgt Kissel said Brookhaven in general is a safe area, adding: “We don’t typically deal with a whole lot of gun violence as far as deaths go.