August 6, near the intersection of North Orchard Street and East Belmont Avenue, a suspect was arrested by Fresno Police on charges including alleged carrying of a concealed firearm in a vehicle, loaded firearm in public, possession of firearm by a felon or narcotic drug user, and possession of metal knuckles. The case is open and the arresting agency is Fresno PD, case number 2508100050-1. August 6, at the area of 2715 North Del Mar Avenue, another individual was arrested for alleged possession of a firearm by a felon, loaded firearm in public, large-capacity magazine possession, possession of a controlled substance with a firearm, and possession of ammunition by a prohibited person. This case remains open under Fresno PD, case number 2508100051-1. No public request for suspect descriptions is currently posted for these cases according to the Fresno County Sheriff’s Inmate Info Center.
On July 30 at around 1:23 a.m., officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation near the Clay Avenue and 9th Street area in Southeast Fresno. The incident involved alleged shooting into an inhabited dwelling; multiple spent casings were located. Surveillance footage shows a male subject exiting a vehicle and firing several rounds at a residence. Josiah Rodriguez, 18 years old, was identified and arrested for the alleged offense as well as firearm possession charges. He was booked into the Fresno County Jail, and the vehicle used was seized as evidence. The firearm remains outstanding. Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating the weapon. For information or tips, contact Detective Alex Lopez or Detective Richard Gallegos at the Felony Assault Unit, or if you wish to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers at (559) 498-STOP.
On August 1, a robbery occurred at MGA Liquor on the 6000 block of North Figarden Drive. Fresno Police are actively seeking public help to identify the suspects involved in this case. Listeners with any relevant information are urged to contact the department for further assistance.
On August 12, there was a fatal hit-and-run involving a big rig and a person operating a motorized scooter near Blythe and the area of a local WinCo store. The driver failed to remain at the scene. Investigation into this case is ongoing. Police have not released a suspect description but urge anyone with information to come forward.
Law enforcement also advises that DUI checkpoints are planned for August 16 and August 30, operating from 6 p.m. to 4 a.m. at undisclosed Fresno locations, with increased DUI saturation patrols through Labor Day as part of a citywide safety effort. According to Fresno Police and local media, these initiatives are intended to prevent impaired driving incidents and related fatalities.
In reviewing the week’s activity, notable trends include a continued focus on illegal firearms possession and use, a fatal collision involving a commercial vehicle and vulnerable road user, an active search for robbery suspects, and increased vigilance around impaired driving due to seasonal traffic enforcement campaigns.
If you have tips relating to any criminal incident, contact the Fresno Police Department or Crime Stoppers at (559) 498-STOP. Your information can remain confidential and may be eligible for a reward.
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