Suspect in assault of Fresno Mattress Firm employee bonds out of jail

By Yosi Yahoudai
Founder and Managing Partner

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — A man is out of jail after being arrested for the assault of a woman working at a store in northwest Fresno.

The alleged attack happened at the Mattress Firm on Blackstone near Bullard at about 10:30 am Wednesday.

Investigators say 34-year-old Xiang Zhao entered the business, attacked the woman and then tried to sexually assault her.

Police say the victim was able to fight him off, call police and give a description of the suspect.

It’s believed the employee was alone in the store and does not know the suspect.

Police say Zhao did not have a prior criminal history.

He was booked into the Fresno County jail and then released on bond late Wednesday night.

About the Author

Yosi Yahoudai is a founder and the managing partner of J&Y. His practice is comprised primarily of cases involving automobile and motorcycle accidents, but he also represents people in premises liability lawsuits, including suits alleging dangerous conditions of public property, third-party criminal conduct, and intentional torts. He also has expertise in cases involving product defects, dog bites, elder abuse, and sexual assault. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of California and is admitted to practice in all California State Courts, and the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. If you have any questions about this article, you can contact Yosi by clicking here.

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