Two Shootings Overnight Put Fresno County on Alert

Key Takeaways

• The Fresno County Sheriff's Office is investigating an officer-involved shooting near Parlier High School.
• Shots were fired at a Parlier patrol car around 10:10 a.m. Saturday. One Selma police officer injured his arm, but no officers were shot.
• The suspect crashed a pickup truck into the fence of Parlier High School and was shot multiple times by a deputy and a Selma officer. He is in critical condition.
• Separately, a woman was shot and killed in Selma after a fight at a home. Police are asking for witnesses.
• Reports conflict on the Parlier shooting time: FOX26 says a bit after 10 a.m., ABC30 says 10:30 a.m., while KMPH says 2 a.m.

Officer-Involved Shooting Near Parlier High School

The Fresno County Sheriff's Office is leading the investigation into an officer-involved shooting near Parlier High School. Several sheriff's deputies arrived at the scene a few minutes later to search for the allegedly involved vehicle. According to FOX26, a Parlier patrol officer requested backup after reports that his patrol car was hit by gunfire in the area of Merced and H Street at about 10:10 a.m. Saturday. ABC30 reported the location as Merced and Zediker Avenues at 10:30 a.m., while KMPH reported the incident occurred at 2 a.m. and that no officers or deputies were hurt. One Selma police officer injured his arm, but no officers were shot.

The suspect was later spotted in a pickup truck by a sheriff's deputy and a Selma police officer. A chase began and ended just before 10:30 a.m. on Fig Avenue near Third and Fourth streets when the suspect crashed into the fence of Parlier High School. A deputy and a Selma police officer fired shots, striking the suspect multiple times. The school is not involved in the shooting, but it is where the suspect's vehicle stopped.

The incident occurred Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026. The suspect's vehicle was identified as a gray Chevrolet Avalanche pickup truck. Assisting agencies included the Reedley Police Department, Fowler Police Department, California Highway Patrol, and CAL FIRE/Fresno County Fire.

The suspect, whose name has not been released, is described as being in his early 50's. A firearm was recovered that was in his possession. He was taken into custody shortly after the shooting. He received medical aid at the scene and was taken to Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno, where he was listed in critical condition. Four law enforcement officers were involved in the shooting investigation: two from Parlier Police, one from Selma Police, and one Fresno County sheriff's deputy. A basketball camp was taking place inside the high school gym when the incident happened, but none of the participants were impacted. Authorities said they found a route for the group to leave and return to their vehicles.

Fresno County Sheriff John Zanoni added that the initial shots were fired at a Parlier police officer sitting in his patrol car. He said the suspect then fired additional rounds, striking another Parlier patrol car, and the officer returned fire, hitting the suspect's vehicle. The chase ended 20 minutes after the initial gunfire. Zanoni also said the suspect is known to law enforcement. The Selma police officer injured his arm, but it is unclear how he was hurt. All four officers involved have been placed on paid administrative leave. This is the second deputy-involved shooting for the Fresno County Sheriff's Office this year.

Fatal Shooting in Selma

Hours earlier, officers in Selma responded to Logan and Cypress streets just after 4:30 a.m. for a shooting report. They found a woman with a gunshot wound and gave medical aid. She was taken to a hospital, where she died.

Investigators later learned the shooting started after a fight at a nearby home. The Selma Police Department has not announced arrests and continues to investigate.

Fresno Man's Online Predator Confrontations Draw Attention

Separately, a 21-year-old Fresno man known as NATO Filmz told KSEE24 he posts videos of himself confronting alleged child predators. He said he uses dating apps to arrange meetings and wants to be known as someone who exposes 'weirdos' in Fresno. His work is not connected to the Parlier or Selma shootings, but it reflects broader public safety concerns in the county.

In the KSEE24 report, Nathan, also known as NATO Filmz, said he was inspired by celebrity figures like Chris Hanson and JiDion. He uses dating apps to lure unsuspecting men into meeting up with him. He stated, 'Fresno, California has a lot of pedophiles,' and added, 'These weirdos deserve to be put on blast.'

Local California Context

Parlier and Selma are small communities in Fresno County, part of the central San Joaquin Valley. Parlier High School is the anchor of one of the state's smallest school districts. The ongoing investigations could draw attention from the Fresno County District Attorney's Office, which often reviews officer-involved shootings.

Background

Officer-involved shootings in the Valley often trigger multiple investigations, including review by the sheriff's office and district attorney. The Fresno County Sheriff's Office has handled similar cases in recent years, with outcomes depending on evidence and witness statements.

Conclusion

Authorities urge the public to avoid the area near Parlier High School while the investigation continues. Anyone with information about the Selma homicide is asked to call the Selma Police Department at 559-896-2525.