Suspect Sought After Deadly Fresno Apartment Shooting

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A 32-year-old man was killed and a 22-year-old man was injured early Sunday morning in a shooting at a northwest Fresno apartment complex. Police responded to reports of gunfire and found the victims, who had arrived at the complex when a disturbance broke out with another resident. An unidentified man associated with that resident fired several shots at the victims. Investigators have identified 21-year-old Jaime Martinez as the suspect, who remains at large with a murder warrant issued for his arrest.

Why it matters

Violent crime, including shootings, remains a persistent issue in Fresno, which has struggled with high rates of gun violence and homicides in recent years. This incident highlights the need for continued efforts to address public safety concerns and bring suspects to justice.

The details

According to police, the incident occurred around 12:32 a.m. on March 15 near the intersection of Barstow and Blackstone avenues. Officers found Shannon Ivory, 32, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds in the carport, and a 22-year-old man shot in the abdomen on an upstairs landing. Both victims were transported to Community Regional Medical Center, where Ivory was pronounced dead at 1:20 a.m. The younger man was listed in stable condition.

• The incident occurred around 12:32 a.m. on March 15, 2026.
• Shannon Ivory was pronounced dead at 1:20 a.m. on March 15, 2026.

What’s next

Police are actively searching for Jaime Martinez and urging the public to come forward with any information that could lead to his arrest.