During the previous week, Fresno police responded to a series of criminal incidents across various neighborhoods. On April 8 in the evening, officers arrested an individual near West Shaw Avenue and North Marty Avenue in the Bullard area for alleged battery of a non-cohabitant; this case is open with case number 2504081186-1. That same evening near North Valentine Avenue in northwest Fresno, a suspect was taken into custody for alleged infliction of corporal injury on a spouse or cohabitant and possession of drug paraphernalia; both charges are open under case numbers F25902224 and MCR076577B.
Later that night, in the area of West Ashlan Avenue at an apartment complex in northwest Fresno, a female suspect was arrested for alleged battery of a non-cohabitant, with case number 2504081276-1, and the case is currently open. Around the same timeframe near North Fruit Avenue at The Parks at Fig Garden, officers arrested an individual for alleged disorderly conduct involving public intoxication; the investigation remains active. In west Fresno at Clovis/Kings Canyon, a male suspect was arrested for alleged disorderly conduct involving public drunkenness, with the case under investigation as case number 25-3656.
On the night of April 8, near North Howard Avenue in north Fresno, police arrested a male suspect for alleged pandering; the case is open under case number 2504081300. Outside the documented arrests, law enforcement responded to multiple calls regarding property crimes and vehicle break-ins in the Tower District and central Fresno, with several cases under investigation. In southeast Fresno, officers investigated a report of alleged armed robbery at a retail location; no arrests reported, the case remains under investigation. Additionally, several incidents of catalytic converter thefts were reported in the Sunnyside neighborhood, with police seeking surveillance footage from residents to aid ongoing investigations.
Throughout the week, officers also responded to multiple calls involving alleged shoplifting, particularly in retail corridors along Blackstone and Shaw avenues. In all cases, suspects fled before officers arrived, and investigations are ongoing. There are no current public requests for assistance in identifying suspects from these incidents.
No significant violent gang-related activity was reported in the documented period. Catalytic converter thefts and property crimes continue to affect multiple neighborhoods, reflecting a trend seen in recent months. Anyone with information regarding open cases or suspicious activity is encouraged to contact the Fresno Police Department or provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers. For emergencies or immediate crime reporting, dial 911. For non-emergency information or to submit a tip, call (800) 211-7996.
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