Valley Crime Stoppers Seeks Fresno County Fugitive, Public Help Requested

Valley Crime Stoppers on November 21, 2025 identified Dennis Ray Cole as its Most Wanted person of the day, posting a notice that included a warrant charging him with possession of a firearm by a felon. The published item listed Cole as a black male, 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighing 235 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. It included his date of birth as February 16, 1983 and the warrant number F25908065. The notice urged members of the public who know Cole's whereabouts to contact Valley Crime Stoppers at 498 STOP or to submit an anonymous tip online.

The announcement appeared on GV Wire and was credited to Anthony W. Haddad. By releasing a physical description and a specific warrant number, the notice gives residents concrete information they can use if they see the individual or believe they have relevant information. Crime Stoppers programs traditionally rely on anonymous public tips to help law enforcement locate individuals wanted on warrants, and this notice represents an effort by community based crime reporting channels to mobilize local knowledge.

For Fresno County residents the notice underscores two immediate concerns. First is public safety in neighborhoods where illegal firearm possession intersects with prior felony convictions. Second is the role of community participation in assisting law enforcement to enforce existing warrants. When residents provide timely information through established, anonymous channels, officers may be able to resolve potentially dangerous situations before they escalate.

The inclusion of a warrant number in the public notice also serves an institutional purpose. It allows residents, journalists and public officials to reference the specific case when seeking updates from courts or law enforcement agencies. That traceability supports transparency and accountability in the handling of warrants and related investigations, and it helps prevent confusion between separate cases.

Local civic leaders and public safety officials often emphasize both the importance of reporting suspicious activity and the protections for people who provide tips anonymously. For residents concerned about safety or about the consequences of coming forward, Crime Stoppers outlets provide a route to share information without revealing identity. Valley Crime Stoppers asked tipsters to call the provided phone line or to submit information online.

As the case develops, the availability of verifiable information will be important for public understanding. Residents who believe they have relevant information should use the channels identified in the notice to contact Crime Stoppers. Journalists and community members can follow up with law enforcement or court records using the warrant number for further confirmation and updates.