Car slams into tree when motorcyclist fires shots at vehicle

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Monday, January 14, 2019
Car slams into tree when motorcyclist fires shots at vehicle
Car slams into tree when motorcyclist fires shots at vehicle

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Sheriff deputies say a shooting caused a driver to lose control and slam into a tree in Fresno County.

It happened around 2 p.m. on Sunday on Kearney Boulevard near Bishop.

Police say the victim was driving eastbound on Kearney when he noticed a pair of motorcycles following close behind.

Moments later, the victim says one of the motorcycle riders opened fire.

One of the bullets went through the driver-side door, while the other ended up hitting the floor.

The victim slammed his SUV into a tree as the two riders drove off.

The victim was not hit, but did sustain a hand injury in the crash.

Anyone with information into the shooting is asked to call the Fresno County Sheriff's Office.