Fresno Police Chief Marks First Year With Historic Drop in Homicides

  • Fresno posts lowest murder rate in over 50 years during Chief Mindy Casto’s first year leading.
  • Targeted gang enforcement and fast investigations of nonfatal shootings help Fresno dramatically cut homicides 70% since 2020.
  • Despite crime drop, Fresno police face rising assaults on officers, and struggle to retain overwhelmed recruits citywide.

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