Valley Crime Stoppers Seeks Andrew David Tinsley on Felony Warrant

Valley Crime Stoppers posted a Most Wanted profile on January 19 seeking Andrew David Tinsley, who is wanted on a felony probation-violation warrant. The notice identifies Tinsley by name and date of birth - May 8, 1982 - and lists warrant number F25902298. It also provides a physical description, the underlying charge category, and instructions for submitting anonymous tips.

The Most Wanted posting is part of a daily effort used by local law enforcement and community partners across the Fresno area to solicit leads in active investigations. Organizers say these regular profiles aim to generate tips that help officers locate people with outstanding warrants and resolve active cases more quickly, reducing risk to neighborhoods and the public.

A felony probation-violation warrant signals that a person on court-ordered probation is accused of breaching the terms of that probation. When a court issues such a warrant, it authorizes law enforcement to arrest the individual so the court can review alleged violations and decide on consequences that can include revocation of probation or additional criminal penalties. For residents, that distinction matters because probation-violation cases are handled through the criminal justice system rather than civil processes and can have implications for public safety and court resources.

The Valley Crime Stoppers notice includes directions for anonymous reporting by phone and online. Community members who recognize Tinsley or have information about his whereabouts are encouraged to use those channels to submit tips rather than attempting to make contact themselves. Anonymous tips have a long record of yielding actionable leads while protecting the caller’s identity.

These public solicitations can change the course of investigations in the Central Valley, particularly when members of the public provide timely, corroborating details such as recent sightings or known associates. At the same time, officials emphasize caution: do not approach or attempt to detain a person wanted on a felony warrant. Instead, pass information to the tipline or to local law enforcement so officers can take appropriate, trained action.

For Fresno County residents, the case underlines the role everyday residents play in local public safety and the continuing reliance of law enforcement on community cooperation. Valley Crime Stoppers and partner agencies will follow up on credible leads, and updates will depend on investigative developments. In the meantime, sharing verified information through the provided anonymous channels is the most direct way for neighbors to help resolve this case without exposing themselves to danger.