Madera County shooting death of Abraham Barajas-Cedillo – Obituary
Abraham Barajas-Cedillo, a 33-year-old occupant of the property, was identified as the victim in a fatal Madera County shooting that occurred in Chowchilla. The shooting happened on Thursday, April 21, 2022, in the evening hours, on Road 15 3/4 in Chowchilla.
Forensic technicians from the Madera County Sheriff’s Department are now evaluating evidence gathered at the site. Detectives are continuing to obtain witness testimonies and footage from the surrounding area as part of the ongoing investigation. Detectives are looking for at least two adult males based on witness reports. To conceal their identities, both subjects wore masks and clothing.
According to preliminary information, this event may have been gang-related. This is the first homicide in Madera County in 2022.