Fresno Suspected Gang Member Linked to Multiple Violent Crimes Arrested

By Anthony W. Haddad

Published 7 months ago on

September 13, 2024

Fresno police have arrested Noah Devyn Rios, 26, a suspected gang member, for multiple shootings and violent crimes committed shortly after his release from prison in July 2024. (Fresno PD)

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Noah Devyn Rios, 26, a suspected gang member believed to be responsible for a series of violent crimes, including multiple recent shootings, has been arrested, the Fresno Police Department said Friday in a news release.

Rios, who was released from prison in July 2024 and placed on Post Release Community Supervision, was identified by detectives from the felony assault unit as the suspect in eight separate incidents between July and September.

According to authorities, Rios resumed his violent activities shortly after his release.

Rios is accused of multiple felony counts of shooting at inhabited dwellings, assault with a firearm, criminal threats, and armed robbery.

An SKS, a semi-automatic rifle, that was confiscated by the Fresno PD. (Fresno PD)

On Sept. 4, detectives, in coordination with officers from the Adult Compliance Team and the U.S. Marshals Service, served six search warrants related to Rios’ alleged crimes. He was taken into custody without incident.

Authorities are continuing to investigate the case while Rios is in Fresno County Jail.

Got a Tip?

Although Rios is in custody, anyone calling with information can remain completely anonymous by contacting Valley Crime Stoppers at (559) 498-STOP (7867). You may also contact the Fresno Police Department at 559-621-7000.

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Anthony W. Haddad,

Multimedia Journalist

Anthony W. Haddad, who graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with his undergraduate degree and has an MBA at Fresno State, is the Swiss Army knife of GV Wire. He writes stories, manages social media, and represents the organization on the ground.