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Published on October 10, 2023
Alleged Gunman Apprehended in San José Homicide CaseSource: Facebook/San Jose Police Department

On July 2, San José Police Department received a call about a gunshot victim on Queens Lane. Upon arrival, they found a deceased adult male. Today, the department announced a key developmen—the arrest of the alleged perpetrator, 27-year-old Carlos Fuentes, as per the official statement release.

The investigators in this case were exhaustive in their approach, ensuring no relevant clues were overlooked to bring the suspect to justice. On October 3, a significant step was made when the Covert Response Unit apprehended the suspect and executed a search warrant at his Santa Clara residence. The search of Fuentes's residence yielded a loaded firearm and narcotics for sale. 

To effectively combat crime, organizations like the San José Police Department lean heavily on community assistance. This is why they have urged "anyone with information" to reach out to the respective detectives, with contact information shared in their official press release.