VISTA–A woman was found shot inside her vehicle Saturday morning in Vista, according to the Sheriff’s Department.

The incident occurred about 6:15 a.m., in the 400 block of Sycamore Avenue.

When deputies arrived, they located an adult female in a vehicle who was a victim of a gunshot wound. Vista Fire Department transported the female to a local area hospital for treatment. 

The woman is still alive. However, due to the gravity of the woman’s injuries, the Sheriff’s Homicide Unit responded and assumed responsibility for the investigation.  

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Sheriff’s Homicide Unit at (858) 285-6330/after hours at (858) 565-5200. You can also remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-8477.