Police are investigating a homicide in South Charlotte after a man was found dead from a gunshot wound inside a car.

Around midnight, officers responded to James Blakeney Boulevard near Rea Road in reference to an injury crash.

When police arrived at the scene, they found a man with a gunshot wound in the vehicle. He was declared dead at the scene by the doctor.

It is unclear at this time what led to the crash or shooting.

This incident is under active investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call 704-432-TIPS (8477).