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Police Arrest Five After Reedley Alternative Graduation Brawl

6/6/2026

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Police arrested five individuals after a brawl erupted during the Reedley High School alternative-education graduation.
The fight began as graduates’ names were read, captured on video by ABC30.
Family members said the incident was not gang-related and stemmed from an insult toward the deceased brother of 19-year-old Adam Velasquez.
District officials praised security measures and noted the ceremony continued with minimal disruption after police response.

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Police arrested five individuals after a brawl erupted during the Reedley High School alternative-education graduation.
The fight began as graduates’ names were read, captured on video by ABC30.
Family members said the incident was not gang-related and stemmed from an insult toward the deceased brother of 19-year-old Adam Velasquez.
District officials praised security measures and noted the ceremony continued with minimal disruption after police response.