In a shocking event that has left the Fresno community in mourning, 21-year-old Adriana Gonzales was fatally shot and subsequently run over by a vehicle on Saturday, November 25, 2023. The incident occurred around 11:30 a.m. in the parking lot of Wayne’s Liquor near California Avenue and Fresno Street in southwest Fresno.
According to the Fresno Police Department, Gonzales arrived at the location and confronted a passenger in another vehicle, leading to a physical altercation. During the confrontation, an individual from the other vehicle fired multiple shots, striking Gonzales in the upper body. As she fell to the ground, the suspects fled the scene, running over her in the process.
First responders provided immediate medical attention, and Gonzales was transported to Community Regional Medical Center, where she later succumbed to her injuries. The suspects remain unidentified, and authorities are actively seeking information from the public to aid in their apprehension.
Family and friends remember Gonzales, affectionately known as “Nini,” as a vibrant individual who had recently graduated from Crestview Charter High School and aspired to become a pediatric nurse due to her love for children. Her mother, Nicole Ruggeri, expressed profound grief, stating, “No parent should ever, ever have to bury their babies.”
Authorities urge anyone with information regarding this incident to contact the Fresno Police Department. The community’s cooperation is vital in bringing those responsible to justice and preventing further tragedies.
This incident underscores the pressing need for community engagement and vigilance to ensure safety and justice for all residents.
