Fresno man now facing murder charges in shooting death of girlfriend

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- A Fresno man will now face murder charges after allegedly shooting and killing his girlfriend.

22-year-old Rosalino Mendoza-Hernandez was initially arrested for attempted murder after the July first attack.

But those charges will be upgraded, as investigators confirm the victim, 27-year-old Anissia Martinez, died from her injuries Wednesday.

Police found Martinez in the roadway at Balch and Winery Avenues last Saturday, suffering from a gunshot wound to the head.

Mendoza-Hernandez was taken into custody after trying to run from the scene.

During a search of the area, officers recovered a handgun they believe was used in the shooting.