Westley Blackwell found dead inside car Sunday morning

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Westley Blackwell, 38, died on Sunday after he was found shot inside a car.

Police found Blackwell in the 1200 block of Valley Ave, SE, early Sunday morning. He was rushed to a hospital and pronounced dead later the same day.

Police believe the shooting occurred in the 900 block of Wahler Place, SE, at 12:05 a.m. Sunday. No suspects have been arrested.