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Porterville Police Investigate Double Homicide on South Main Street
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By Anthony W. Haddad
Published 1 month ago on
October 2, 2026

Porterville police are investigating a double homicide after a shooting on South Main Street, with part of the roadway closed during the investigation. (GV Wire Composite)

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Police are investigating a double homicide following a shooting in the 460 block of South Main Street, the Porterville Police Department said Friday.

Police said the scene has been secured and there is no current threat to the surrounding area.

The investigation remains ongoing, and police are asking the public to avoid the area while investigators and emergency personnel work at the scene.

South Main Street is closed from Date Avenue south to the Tule River Bridge. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes until further notice.

Police said additional information will be released as details are confirmed.

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Anthony W. Haddad, who graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with his undergraduate degree and attended Fresno State for a MBA, is the Swiss Army knife of GV Wire. He writes stories, manages social media, and represents the organization on the ground.
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