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A rising boxer was killed in an early-morning shooting at a Hanford home, and authorities say the suspect — the victim’s girlfriend’s ex-husband — turned the gun on himself. The case underscores immediate concerns about firearm access for convicted felons and the limits of protective orders in volatile breakups.
Hanford police responded after a 911 call shortly after 4 a.m. on Sunday reporting a disturbance at a residence. Officers say gunfire followed and by the time they arrived the confrontation had ended in a double fatality: a 25-year-old man was found dead inside, and the 33-year-old suspect died of a self-inflicted wound outside the home.
What investigators say happened
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Police describe a brief, planned attack. According to law enforcement, the suspect approached the house, left his vehicle about 100 yards away and entered while arranging childcare elsewhere beforehand.
- Victim: Adrian Valdovinos, 25, a boxer active on the local circuit, died of multiple gunshot wounds.
- Suspect: Vincent Diaz, 33, who police say was the former husband of the resident.
- Timeline: A neighbor’s 911 call came at 4:12 a.m.; officers arrived as the last shot was fired. Police estimate the entire episode lasted under 10 minutes.
- Legal context: The suspect was a convicted felon and not legally permitted to possess firearms; the ex-wife had sought a restraining order this March and the couple separated in August 2025.
- Current status: The ex-wife was unharmed and removed safely from the scene; detectives continue to probe motive and sequence of events.
Hanford police officials told reporters they observed the suspect fire a final shot as he moved past a window near the driveway. Responding officers then secured the scene and began processing evidence.
Detectives say there was no prior known interaction between the suspect and the deceased, and they have not announced a motive. Investigators are reviewing phone records, security footage and witness statements as part of the ongoing probe.
Community reaction and context
Neighbors described the household as once lively and close-knit before the couple separated. One nearby resident said the family had seemed cheerful in the past, and called the violent outcome “devastating.”
The case has drawn attention to two broader issues: enforcement of firearm prohibitions for individuals with felony records and how effectively civil protections such as restraining orders prevent escalation.
Local authorities say they will continue their investigation and coordinate with the county coroner, prosecutors and any federal agencies as needed. The incident will also likely prompt renewed discussion among public safety officials about risk assessment in domestic disputes.
Officials ask anyone with information, video or other evidence related to the shooting to contact the Hanford Police Department as the review proceeds.
