On the night of February 17, 2024, at approximately 10:50 p.m., 35-year-old Lucio Flores Diaz was fatally shot in northwest Fresno, California. The incident occurred on San Gabriel Avenue near Pleasant Street, close to the intersection of Shaw and Marks avenues. Upon arrival, officers found Diaz with a gunshot wound to his upper body. Despite immediate medical attention and transportation to Community Regional Medical Center, he succumbed to his injuries.
Investigations revealed that Diaz had been involved in a confrontation with another individual in front of a residence shortly before the shooting. The suspect fled the scene immediately after the incident. As of now, authorities have not released any information regarding the identity of the suspect or suspects involved. The Fresno Police Department has urged anyone with information to come forward to assist in their ongoing investigation.
This tragic event marked the third homicide in Fresno for the year 2024. In the aftermath, the community has been encouraged to provide any leads that might aid in apprehending the perpetrator. Individuals with information are advised to contact Fresno Police Department Homicide Detectives Chris Franks at 559-621-2427 or Rudy Montoya at 559-621-2449. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Valley Crime Stoppers at (559) 498-STOP.
In addition to the recent incident, records indicate that Diaz had prior encounters with law enforcement. On November 2, 2023, he was arrested in Fresno County on charges including inflicting corporal injury on a spouse or cohabitant, criminal contempt for disobedience of a protective order, parole violation, threats of violence, vandalism, and assault with force likely to produce great bodily injury.
As the investigation into Diaz's death continues, authorities are diligently working to piece together the events leading up to the shooting. The community's cooperation remains crucial in bringing those responsible to justice and ensuring safety in the area.
