Christopher Leon, 22, of Fresno was fatally shot on August 5, 2017, after confronting a group that had entered his family’s jewelry and stereo store in Southeast Fresno posing as customers but intent on theft. During the attempt to stop the robbery Leon wrestled one of the suspects, identified in reports as 18-year-old Angel Morelos. Morelos then retrieved a firearm and shot Leon twice, killing him.

Multiple suspects were arrested; among them were Angel Morelos and a 17-year-old, Angelo Sanchez, plus other juveniles who were implicated in the robbery and murder. Prosecutors charged the defendants with offenses including murder and robbery and disputed the degree of each person’s responsibility. Defense attorneys argued the robbery was not premeditated and that their clients did not foresee it becoming violent. Court filings and surveillance footage were used to sort out roles and intentions.

Anyone who knew Christopher, was in Southeast Fresno that night, or has information about the robbery and the people involved is asked to come forward.