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JSO investigating man found dead in vehicle on I-295

The classification of the incident is pending, according to the agency.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is investigating a man found dead in a vehicle Saturday night on Interstate-295.

JSO patrol officers responded to I-295 northbound near the Interstate-10 interchange regarding a vehicle that ran off the roadway into the trees around 8:10 p.m.

 JSO officers they located an unidentified man inside the vehicle suffering from a gunshot wound around 8:10 p.m. Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department took the victim to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead, the agency said.

 JSO is still attempting to determine the circumstances of the incident, the exact location and the relationship of those involved. The classification of the incident is pending, according to the agency.

We will continue to investigate and coordinate our efforts with our partners at the Medical Examiner’s Office and the State Attorney’s Office. 

JSO asks anyone with information to call the non-emergency number at 904-630-0500 or Crime Stoppers at (866)845-TIPS. They can also provide information online at JSOCrimeTips@jaxsheriff.org.

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