Fabian Ramos, 16, was killed in a shooting on the night of January 17, 2022, at about 10:00 PM at the intersection of C Street and 10th in Orange Cove, California. Fabian was found dead at the scene; a 14-year-old boy was also shot, hospitalized and later released. The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office took over the investigation from the Orange Cove Police Department and classified the incident as a homicide.

Authorities have not released information about a motive, though the shooting is being investigated as possibly gang-related. A GoFundMe was created to help cover funeral expenses and the community has offered support to the family.

Anyone who was in the area that night or who has information about the shooting is urged to contact the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office.