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Teen killed at Visalia graduation party identified. He was about to graduate

An 18-year-old killed at a graduation party in Visalia over the weekend was identified Monday.

The victim of the fatal shooting was Antonio Monroe of Visalia, Tulare County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Ashley Schwarm confirmed.

A GoFundMe to help cover funeral expenses has been created following Monroe’s death.

Per the fundraiser, Monroe was killed shortly before his high school graduation. According to ABC30, Monroe grew up in Visalia but relocated to Lemoore about five years ago.

The shooting happened around 10:45 p.m. Saturday in Visalia. Responding officers found that Monroe was shot multiple times, and he died at a nearby hospital.

Three other victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

No arrests have been made.

Nick Fenley
The Fresno Bee
Nick Fenley is a reporter covering education, lawsuits, breaking news and more for The Fresno Bee. He’s originally from the Imperial Valley and has been with The Bee since 2025.
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