FRESNO, CA (KMJ) A shooting caused chaos outside of Koligian Stadium in west Fresno Friday evening.
Fresno PD says a 19 year old victim was shot in the parking lot following the Central High-Bullard High football game.
19 year old Taevion Yancey of Fresno was arrested shortly after the incident while fleeing the scene. He faces charges of attempted murder and carjacking. His bail is $575,000.
The victim has been identified as D’Anthony Fields. He is recovering in a local hospital.
As gunfire broke out, fans and students fled. FPD swarmed the area and police helicopters flew overhead.
On Saturday, the Fresno Unified and Central Unified school districts issued a joint statement:
The Central and Fresno Unified School Districts take this matter very seriously. We’re grateful that no current students, staff, or families of either district were involved, but we know that all who were in attendance are grappling with the aftermath of being exposed to this kind of violence. Mental health support staff will be available at schools on Monday to help students and staff navigate through this difficult situation. Students and families are urged to contact their school districts for any support they may need.
The Central and Fresno Unified School Districts continue to work with the Fresno Police Department as the investigation continues. We would like to thank Fresno Police officers, Fresno firefighters and EMS staff for their life saving actions and speedy response.
