Bernardo Socorro Yniguez, aged 40, tragically lost his life on September 9, 2022, in Fresno, California. The incident occurred in the evening, just after 8 PM, in front of his mother's house on Hamilton Avenue and 9th Street in southeast Fresno. Yniguez was standing in the front yard when a light-colored car drove by, and someone inside the vehicle fired twelve shots.
Yniguez was struck multiple times and was rushed to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The Fresno Police Department has been actively investigating the case. They have noted that the neighborhood where the shooting occurred has a history of gang activity. Although Yniguez had some prior gang contacts, it remains unclear if this connection played a role in his murder. The police have enlisted the help of the Multi-Agency Gang Enforcement Consortium to assist in the investigation. Despite having some video footage of what they believe to be the suspect vehicle, the police have not released this footage to the public.
As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with Yniguez's death. The investigation is ongoing, with detectives following all leads. The Fresno Police Department has urged anyone with information to come forward, offering anonymity through Crime Stoppers. This case marks Fresno's 39th homicide of the year, reflecting a 25 percent decline in homicides compared to the previous year.
The community and Yniguez's family continue to mourn his loss, hoping for justice and closure. The police remain committed to solving this case and bringing those responsible to justice.
