Bernardo Coronado, 42, was shot and killed on December 11, 2022, in southeast Fresno on East Lane Avenue near an apartment complex. Coronado had been visiting his girlfriend when an argument with several people escalated and one person fired multiple shots, striking him. First responders attempted life-saving measures but Coronado was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Fresno Police Department opened an investigation, collecting surveillance footage and witness statements from nearby residents and businesses. Detectives identified 24-year-old Arthur Lopez as a suspect; Lopez was taken into custody on January 9, 2023, after being seen leaving an apartment complex on South Holly Avenue and was charged with Coronado’s murder. Investigators continue to gather evidence and ask anyone with information to contact them.

If anyone witnessed the shooting, saw activity around East Lane Avenue that night, or has surveillance that could help, please come forward.