Suspect shot by Fresno police officer after shooting in alleyway identified

Police say a fight between two relatives believed to be brothers led to the initial shooting.
Thursday, April 6, 2023
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- The Fresno Police Department has identified the suspect who was shot by an officer late Tuesday night.

42-year-old Richard Castrillo is facing several felony charges including assault with a firearm and a felon possessing a firearm.

Castrillo remains in the hospital in critical condition.

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The shooting happened at about 8 p.m. in the area of First Street and Brown Avenue.
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Police say a fight between two family members led to the initial shooting.



Officers responded to the scene and say Castrillo, still armed with a gun, refused to drop it and did not obey officer commands.

Suspect shot by Fresno police officer after shooting in alleyway, officials say


The situation escalated and a veteran officer fired at Castrillo. He was hit at least once.

Officials say they do not believe Castrillo fired his gun toward officers.

No officers were injured during the incident.
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The victim is also hospitalized in critical condition with gunshot wounds to the upper body.



The officer has been placed on administrative leave.
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