Benzo Ford, a 17-year-old resident of Fresno, California, was killed in a targeted shooting on July 12, 2015. The incident took place in his home on South Santa Clara Avenue in Southwest Fresno, where he was shot through a window. Police believe Ford may have been deliberately targeted, although no suspects have been identified, and no arrests have been made. The investigation is ongoing, with Ford’s death marking the 26th homicide in Fresno for that year. His killing reflects a broader issue of gun violence that had been plaguing the area.
Police continue to request assistance from the public to solve the case, urging anyone with information to come forward. The tragedy of Benzo Ford's death underscores the persistent challenge of tackling violent crime in Fresno, where communities continue to struggle with gun violence that often leaves families without answers or justice.
