The San José Police Department is currently investigating a homicide following the discovery of an adult male victim who was found unconscious and not breathing on Saratoga Avenue on Monday night. The victim, whose identity has not yet been released, was pronounced dead at the scene after succumbing to at least one gunshot wound during a robbery.
Despite them being made with the intent to save his life, efforts by medical personnel to revive the male were unsuccessful. The case marks the city's 25th homicide in 2024, signaling a continued concern about violence in the area. The police, after an initial examination, have determined that the victim endured a physical assault by four individuals prior to the shooting.
In a statement released on the SJPD's official website, authorities reported the arrest of three adults and one juvenile in connection with the murder. The suspects, identified as 36-year-old Daniel Andino, 19-year-old Jose Andino, 18-year-old Amelia Sistrunk, and an unnamed 17-year-old, were subsequently booked for murder.
The investigation, led by the Homicide Unit with assistance from Patrol Officers, is ongoing as detectives work to uncover the motives and circumstances of the incident. Inquiries for further information can be directed to Detective Sergeant Van Den Broeck or Detective Estantino through the contact details provided in the SJPD's announcement. The Santa Clara County Coroner’s Office will disclose the deceased's identity after the notification of the next of kin.
Community members with knowledge about the incident are encouraged to come forward with information, which can be submitted anonymously via the P3TIPS mobile app, the tip line, or the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers web portal. Reports leading to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward as part of the Crime Stoppers Program.
