Two People Shot at Fresno Apartment Complex

Police say motive is unclear as investigation continues

Mar. 15, 2026 at 4:22pm

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Two people were shot overnight on Sunday at the Colonia Del Sol Apartments in Fresno, California. Officers arrived at the scene just before 1 a.m. after receiving calls of multiple shots fired and found a man in the parking lot with a gunshot wound. A second shooting victim was located nearby. Both victims were taken to a local hospital, but their conditions are unknown. Police say they don't have information on a suspect, motive, or any gang affiliation at this time.

Why it matters

Shootings at apartment complexes are concerning incidents that can impact community safety and raise questions about security measures, potential gang activity, and the need for further investigation to determine the underlying causes.

The details

According to Fresno Police Lt. Marcus Gray II, officers responded to the Colonia Del Sol Apartments on Barstow Avenue, near Blackstone Avenue, after receiving calls about multiple shots fired. At the scene, they found a man in the parking lot with a gunshot wound and located a second shooting victim nearby. Both victims were transported to a local hospital, but their current conditions are unknown.

  • The incident occurred just before 1 a.m. on Sunday, March 15, 2026.

The players

Fresno Police Lt. Marcus Gray II

A lieutenant with the Fresno Police Department who provided details about the shooting investigation.

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What’s next

Police are continuing their investigation into the shooting and are asking anyone with information to call 559-621-7000.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges of gun violence and the need for comprehensive community-based solutions to address the root causes and improve public safety in Fresno neighborhoods.