MADERA - On Thursday shortly after 5:30 pm, the Madera County Sheriff’s Communications Center received a 911 call regarding a possible shooting in the 24000 block of Ingomar Drive in Madera.
When deputies arrived on the scene, they located an adult female victim suffering from multiple, non-life-threatening, gunshot wounds. Medical aid was rendered until EMS arrived on the scene and transported her to the Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno for treatment of her injuries.
During the initial search Thursday night for the suspect, in an abundance of caution, residents in the immediate area of the incident were issued an emergency Shelter in Place Order. That order was called off four hours later
Witness reports indicated the suspect crashed his vehicle into a nearby tree before fleeing on foot. Eyewitness statements reported him walking to the main road and getting picked up by a second vehicle, described as a small dark-colored compact car. Based on the timeline of the video footage, the suspect fled the area prior to the lockdown of the perimeter by law enforcement.
The suspect has been identified as Raymond William Richardson, a 22-year-old Fresno resident. He is described as a black male adult, 5’11” 190lbs, shoulder-length dreadlocks, and last seen wearing red shorts. He remains outstanding at this time. The sheriff's office says Richardson has a history of violent crime and three active warrants for his arrest
The preliminary investigation has revealed the suspect and victim are known to each other, and a verbal argument escalated to the shooting. Detectives have worked through the night gathering statements, collecting evidence, and building leads. Their investigation remains ongoing.
Sheriff Tyson Pogue states, “We would like to reassure community members that this was an isolated incident and not a random act of violence. We thank residents for their assistance and cooperation during our response to the scene last night and for supporting the ongoing investigation.”
This suspect should be considered armed and dangerous. Do not try to apprehend yourself but call local law enformcent. The Madera County Sheriffs’ Office is asking anyone that may have information relating to this case to please call their office at (559) 675-7770. Tips may also be emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Anonymous tips may be made through Valley Crime Stoppers at (559) 498-STOP (7867), or by texting “Tip MaderaSO” followed by your message to 888777.