Toddler Shot at Fresno Birthday Party | Fresno News

A shooting at a Fresno birthday party left two people hospitalized — including a toddler who suffered a non-life-threatening leg wound — while the suspect, 39-year-old Paul Benefield, is in custody with blunt force injuries. Witnesses say an argument escalated into gunfire, and others at the party tried to disarm him. Benefield faces serious charges including assault with a deadly weapon. Authorities urge anyone with info to come forward. This tragic incident underscores how quickly chaos can spiral — especially when children are involved. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f1776499f9016b46