Police Say Thursday Shooting Outside Save Mart Center Was Gang Related

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Police Say Thursday Shooting Outside Save Mart Center Was Gang Related

November 30, 2012 Updated Nov 30, 2012 at 3:52 PM PDT

Fresno State police report that a shooting last night outside of the Save Mart Center was gang related.

According to Fresno State Police Chief David Huerta, the incident started with an exchange between members of two known rival gangs during the MMG concert featuring rapper Rick Ross. Security personnel at the Save Mart Center responded to the conflict, escorting 10-15 individuals from the venue.

The conflict continued in the north parking lot of the Save Mart Center. Gun shots were reported at about 10:30 p.m. Fresno State Police responded immediately. One person received a non-life-threatening injury and was transported to Community Regional Medical Center. Six persons were detained for questioning by Fresno State Police. One arrest was made for violation of felony probation.

The Fresno Police Department is assisting Fresno State Police in the ongoing investigation of this incident.

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