Crime

Man stabbed in neck at Fresno gas station, police say

Police blocked off the Shell gas station after a man was stabbed on Saturday, May 23, 2026.
Police blocked off the Shell gas station after a man was stabbed on Saturday, May 23, 2026. agalaviz@fresnobee..com
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  • A man was stabbed in the neck at a Fresno Shell gas station around 1:30 a.m.
  • The victim was taken to a hospital in critical condition and has since stabilized.
  • Police say two suspects fled on foot and investigators seek tips at 559-621-7000.

A man was stabbed early Saturday morning at a gas station in Fresno, police said.

Officers responded around 1:30 a.m.to the area of Jensen and East avenues after receiving reports of a stabbing at a Shell gas station.

When officers arrived, they found a man suffering from a stab wound to the neck.

The victim was taken to a hospital in critical condition but has since stabilized, according to police.

Fresno Police Lt. Justin Hoagland said a disturbance occurred before one of two suspects allegedly pulled out a weapon and stabbed the victim.

Police believe both suspects fled the scene on foot.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Fresno police at 559-621-7000.

Anthony Galaviz
The Fresno Bee
Anthony Galaviz writes about sports for The Fresno Bee. He covers the Las Vegas Raiders, high schools, boxing, MMA and junior colleges. He’s been with The Bee since 1997 and attended Fresno City College before graduating from Fresno State with a major in journalism and a minor in criminology. Support my work with a digital subscription
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