Officer-Involved Shooting at Fresno’s Manchester Center | Suspect in Critical Condition 📍 Fresno, California | 🕒 June 5, 2025 An intense and harrowing incident unfolded at Manchester Center Thursday morning when Fresno police officers responded to a report of a woman armed with a large knife near the FAX bus terminal. Identified as 39-year-old Joanna Lopez, the suspect reportedly made suicidal statements and was seen holding the knife before approaching an unsuspecting woman from behind and taking her hostage. Despite multiple commands from officers to drop the weapon, Lopez refused to comply. The situation escalated when she held the knife to the victim’s neck, prompting a Fresno police officer to discharge his firearm, striking Lopez in the head. Both the suspect and the hostage fell to the ground. Police immediately secured the knife, provided emergency medical aid, and transported Lopez to Community Regional Medical Center. She remains in critical condition. The hostage was unharmed and safely rescued. ⚠️ Viewer discretion is advised as this video covers a developing story involving graphic and sensitive subject matter. 🔔 Subscribe for real-time updates and press briefings on this story and more from Fresno and surrounding areas. #FresnoNews #PoliceShooting #BreakingNews #OfficerInvolvedShooting #ManchesterCenter #FresnoPolice #PublicSafety Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. It covers a real-world law enforcement incident to inform the public about police procedures, crisis response, and public safety. Viewer discretion is advised due to graphic and sensitive content. We do not promote violence or glorify any party involved.