Arnold Thomas Ortega Jr., 37, was fatally shot on August 8, 2024, in southeast Fresno near Lane and Recreation Avenues at about 4:00 PM. Police say Ortega was walking along Recreation Avenue when a group of men approached and began assaulting him; during the attack one assailant produced a firearm and shot him multiple times. Emergency medical services pronounced Ortega dead at the scene.

Born December 1, 1986, in Fresno, Ortega was remembered by family and friends as a devoted father who enjoyed the outdoors, lakeside time, movies, food—especially Mexican cuisine—and Bay Area music; he was also a passionate San Francisco 49ers fan. He is survived by his parents, siblings, daughter Nattalie, niece Jaslene, nephew Josiah and extended family.

The Fresno Police Department canvassed the area for witnesses and surveillance footage and urged anyone with information to contact the department or Crime Stoppers. Does anyone in the Fresno area have tips or saw anything near Lane and Recreation Avenues on August 8?