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Visalia graduation party turns violent; 1 shot and killed, 3 injured, police say

Detectives in Visalia are investigating a deadly shooting at a graduation party on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
Detectives in Visalia are investigating a deadly shooting at a graduation party on Saturday, May 30, 2026. VISALIA POLICE DEPARTMENT
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  • A man was shot and later died after gunfire at a Visalia graduation party.
  • Three other victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries in the shooting.
  • Police are investigating the motive and seek tips at 559-713-4162 or 559-713-4738.

A man was shot and killed at a Visalia graduation party on Saturday night.

The shooting occurred at 10:42 p.m. in the 2700 block of W. Victor Avenue.

Officers arrived and found a man with multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to Kaweah Health Medical Center, where he died.

Police said three other victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

Investigators said a large graduation party was taking place at a home.

No suspect description was given.

The motive for the shooting is being investigated.

Anyone with information should call the police at 559-713-4162 or the tip line at 559-713-4738.

Anthony Galaviz
The Fresno Bee
Anthony Galaviz writes about sports for The Fresno Bee. He covers the Las Vegas Raiders, high schools, boxing, MMA and junior colleges. He’s been with The Bee since 1997 and attended Fresno City College before graduating from Fresno State with a major in journalism and a minor in criminology. Support my work with a digital subscription
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