What was the outcome for Bradley Nicholson?

Bradley Nicholson pleaded no contest to attempted murder of a police officer and assault on a peace officer, and was sentenced to 28 years to life in state prison on April 17, 2026.

Were the officers involved identified or disciplined?

The two Fresno Police officers involved were identified as Officer Boyer and Officer Shales. They were placed on paid administrative leave following the incident. No public information indicates further disciplinary action or lawsuits against them related to this event.

When was the bodycam footage of the incident released?

Body-worn camera footage of the incident was released by the Fresno Police Department on Friday, February 27, 2026.

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What happened after an officer's hat was shot in Fresno?

What happened?

Bradley Nicholson was sentenced to 28 years to life in state prison in April 2026 after pleading no contest to attempted murder of a police officer and assault on a peace officer, stemming from a December 2025 incident where he fired a handgun at a Fresno Police officer, striking the officer's ball cap.

Final outcome verified

Last checked: Jun 21, 2026

Sources: KMJNOW.com; The Fresno Bee

Timeline

Dec 7, 2025
The incident occurs around 6:45 p.m. in an alley near Clinton and West avenues in Fresno, California. Bradley Nicholson fires a handgun at a Fresno Police officer, striking his ball cap, before being shot by a second officer and eventually surrendering.
Feb 27, 2026
Body-worn camera footage of the incident is released by the Fresno Police Department.
Apr 17, 2026
Bradley Nicholson is sentenced to 28 years to life in state prison after pleading no contest to attempted murder of a police officer and assault on a peace officer.

Receipts

PoliceActivityJun 21, 2026
KMJNOW.comApr 17, 2026
The Fresno BeeDec 8, 2025
The Fresno BeeFeb 27, 2026
GV WireDec 8, 2025
Reddit (r/bodycam)Mar 11, 2026