In Fresno, California a man was fatally shot just before 2:00 a.m. on January 29, 2009 near the streets of Chestnut and Clinton.

Apparently, the male suspect who was fatally shot in Fresno was attempting to force an ex-girlfriend off the road.  The female car occupant dialed 911 while driving home from work, and trying to evade her ex-boyfriend.

California Highway Patrol officers heard the woman's call broadcast over their radio, and further observed both of the vehicles traveling northbound on Chestnut street.  The CHP attempted to stop the male suspect, who ultimately pulled over to the side of the road.  The male suspect then exited his vehicle and began charging at the two CHP officers.  The male suspect was failing to obey the commands and instructions of the CHP officers and was yelling at the officers, which the CHP officers reportedly caused them to believe the male suspect may have been armed with a weapon and was preparing to attack them.

Ultimately, the male suspect was shot by the CHP in the upper body.  An investigation evidenced that the male suspect was never armed with a weapon.  Further, the male suspect was transported to Community Regional Medical Center where he ultimately died from his fatal gun shot wounds.  The Fresno Police Department are handling the investigation of this fatal Fresno gun shooting.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a negligent Police Officer, Sherriff or Deputy in Fresno, please contact one of our Fresno Personal Injury Attorneys to discuss what options are available.