July 1, 2025 —
July 2, 2025 — A local personal trainer was arrested last week on felony charges related to inappropriate communications with a female teenage client, the Clovis Police Department announced. Authorities are urging the public to come forward with any additional information, as they believe there may be more victims.
Rick Bracamontes Jr., 50, of Fresno, was taken into custody on Thursday, June 26. He faces two felony charges: sending harmful material to a minor electronically, and annoying or molesting a minor.
According to the Clovis Police Department, Bracamontes operated as an independent personal trainer, utilizing the facilities at Doc’s Gym, located near Herndon and Minnewawa, for approximately three years. Doc’s Gym is fully cooperating with the ongoing investigation and immediately revoked Bracamontes’ access to their premises upon learning of the allegations.
Detectives’ investigation revealed that the victim began receiving coaching from Bracamontes three years ago. In December 2024, the nature of their communications reportedly changed. Bracamontes allegedly began sending the victim messages via text and social media, requesting photos in various outfits in exchange for money. When these requests escalated and became more inappropriate, the victim informed her parents, who then contacted law enforcement.
The Clovis Police Department is now appealing to parents to speak with their children, particularly if they have been coached by Rick Bracamontes Jr. Anyone with information regarding Bracamontes or who believes they may be another victim is urged to contact the Clovis Police Department’s Crime Tipline at (559) 324-2459.
Resources are available 24 hours a day for those affected. In Fresno County, child abuse or neglect can be reported to the Child Protective Services Hotline at (559) 600-8320, or by contacting your local law enforcement agency. For emergencies in Clovis, dial 911; for non-emergencies, the Clovis Police Department can be reached at (559) 324-2800.