Officers said the man's body was found in a dark-colored Dodge Durango on East Geer Street around 9 a.m.
The car was in the parking lot near where Taqueria La Fiesta and several other businesses are housed.
The man's identity and information about a possible shooter have yet to release.
Those with information are asked to call Investigator C. Brinkley at (919) 560-4440, ext. 29322 or CrimeStoppers at (919) 683-1200.