The shooting happened just before 12:30 pm on West Cortland Avenue near North Channing Way.
Fresno police say a state parole officer had been carrying out a home check on a parolee in his 30s.
Investigators say the check quickly turned physical, ending with the parole officer shooting the parolee.
Police say that check quickly turned physical and violent and the parole officer used his gun to shoot the parolee.
The suspect later died at the scene, and the parole officer received minor injuries himself.
He is now sequestered for questioning.
The Fresno Police Department is leading the investigation because it happened in city limits.
Officers have been canvassing the area, speaking to witnesses, and looking for surveillance video.
Local officials say they did not know about the home check or the suspect before the shooting.
As the sun sets and families begin to celebrate Christmas Eve, officials confirm there is no outstanding threat to the community.
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