Taylor Washington, a 24-year-old male, was fatally shot on the evening of April 10, 2025, in a suspected gang-related incident in south Fresno. The shooting occurred near Vine and Bardell avenues, where officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert indicating multiple rounds had been fired. Upon arrival, police discovered Washington suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
He was transported to Community Regional Medical Center, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Authorities reported that Washington was shot near Bardell Avenue before attempting to flee, ultimately collapsing in a nearby backyard. Investigators recovered several shell casings at the scene, and multiple vehicles were struck by gunfire. Despite detaining two individuals on probation for questioning—one of whom attempted to flee—no arrests have been made, and the suspect remains unidentified. Surveillance footage is being reviewed as part of the ongoing investigation, which is being conducted in partnership with the gang enforcement unit.
Washington, identified by police as a known gang member with a prior criminal history, was believed to have been accompanied by another individual at the time of the shooting. However, that person has not yet come forward. Officials stated that 32 rounds were fired during the incident, hitting three parked cars but no homes. While police believe the shooting was gang-related, they have not confirmed whether it was gang-motivated. Authorities continue to urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers or Fresno Police Department homicide detectives.
