Man Found Dead, Slumped Over Steering Wheel in San Jose's Berryessa Neighborhood

A man was fatally shot Monday night in San Jose’s Berryessa neighborhood, and he was found slumped over the wheel of his car, police said.

His death marks the city’s 23rd homicide this year, the Mercury News reported. At the same point in 2015, 10 homicides had been recorded.

In the most recent homicide, San Jose police said they received a report about 9:20 p.m. of gunshots, and found the man dead when they arrived to the 1700 block of Cape Aston Court.

The unidentified man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police said the motive or circumstances of the shooting are unknown. No suspect information was available.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call the San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit at 408-277-5283.Anonymous tips can be called into the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 408-947-STOP (7867). People who provide information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect may be eligible for a cash reward from the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers.

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