Second teen suspect arrested for deadly shooting in Tulare, police say

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Sunday, February 16, 2025
Second teen suspect arrested for deadly shooting in Tulare, police say

TULARE, Calif. (KFSN) -- A second 17-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection to a deadly shooting in Tulare last week.

Officers found 31-year-old 'Solomon Ponce' shot last Friday night near San Joaquin Avenue and California Street.

He later died at the hospital.

During the investigation, a 39-year-old man showed up at the hospital with a gunshot wound and is expected to survive.

Detectives believe both men were shot following a fight.

Police previously arrested a 17-year-old suspect for the shooting.

The investigation is ongoing.

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