Suspect Identified in Central Fresno Postal Worker Robbery

$150K Reward Offered for Information Leading to Arrest of Alleged Gunman

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Authorities have identified the suspect in the armed robbery of a postal worker in Central Fresno last month. 38-year-old Frankie Luna Ochoa is wanted for the January 15 incident, where he allegedly approached the mail carrier, pulled a gun, and stole the victim's phone, wallet, and keys. A $150,000 reward has been announced for information leading to Ochoa's arrest.

Why it matters

Attacks on postal workers are a serious federal crime, and this incident has raised concerns about public safety in the Central Fresno neighborhood. The large reward amount indicates the high priority law enforcement has placed on apprehending the suspect and recovering the stolen items.

The details

Doorbell camera footage captured the suspect, dressed in all black, approaching the postal worker and pulling out a gun in a matter of seconds before robbing him. The mail carrier was not injured during the incident. Ochoa is now wanted for armed robbery, and authorities are urging anyone with information on his whereabouts to contact Valley Crime Stoppers.

  • The robbery occurred on January 15 in broad daylight near the intersection of Hammond and Fruit avenues.

The players

Frankie Luna Ochoa

A 38-year-old man identified as the alleged gunman who robbed a postal worker in Central Fresno last month.

Valley Crime Stoppers

The organization offering a $150,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of Frankie Luna Ochoa.

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What’s next

The judge will decide on Tuesday whether to allow Ochoa out on bail if he is apprehended.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the risks postal workers face and the priority law enforcement places on protecting them, as attacks on the U.S. Postal Service are considered federal crimes. The large reward amount demonstrates the urgency in locating the suspect and recovering the stolen items.