Case Number: 14-3437

Posted by: Media Relations

On 3-21-2014, at approx. 1000 hrs, an autopsy was performed on the decedent. Upon the conclusion of the autopsy it was revealed that the cause of death was due to multiple gunshot wounds to the body.  

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Det. Gary Marks or Sgt. Rodney Parker at 559-733-6218. You are also encouraged to leave an anonymous tip at tcso@tipnow.com or call/ text 559-725-4194.

Original Press Release:

On today's date, 03-19-2014, at approx 0655 hours, Porterville patrol deputies were dispatched to above listed address for a man-down call.  At approximately 0708 hours, officers and medical personnel arrived and located a subject lying on the ground.  Upon further inspection of the subject, he displayed no signs of life.  The subject appeared to have taken a gunshot wound to the upper torso and succumbed to his injuries at the scene.  Official cause of death is pending an autopsy.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Det. Gary Marks or Sgt. Rodney Parker at 559-733-6218. You are also encouraged to leave an anonymous tip at tcso@tipnow.com or call/ text 559-725-4194.