Suspect in 2022 San Jose Shooting Returned from El Salvador
- A suspect involved in a 2022 fatal shooting in San Jose was apprehended in Texas after fleeing to El Salvador.
- Following his arrest in Texas, he was extradited back to the Bay Area.
- The event highlights ongoing efforts to track down individuals connected to serious crimes across state and national borders.
San Jose police confirmed the return of a suspect in a 2022 fatal shooting after his arrest in Texas. Carlos Hernandez Monroy, 30, was apprehended by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in McAllen, Texas, on May 27, following his flight to El Salvador after the incident. The shooting occurred on November 18, 2022, on River Oaks Parkway in North San Jose, where a man was found shot and later succumbed to his injuries at a hospital. During the investigation, detectives identified Hernandez Monroy as the shooter. Upon his return to the Bay Area, he was booked into the Santa Clara County Main Jail on murder charges. The police have not yet disclosed the identity of the victim, and the motive behind the shooting remains under investigation. Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the homicide to come forward. The San Jose Police Department's Homicide Unit is actively seeking tips and can be contacted via email or phone. Detective Sergeant Barragan and Detective Van Brande are leading the investigation and are available for inquiries. As the case unfolds, the community remains on alert, hoping for clarity regarding the circumstances surrounding this tragic event. The police continue to gather evidence and piece together the details of the shooting that has left a lasting impact on the local area.