Pedro Pete Franco, 51, was shot and killed late at night on May 24, 2021, in Tulare, California. He was found with multiple gunshot wounds near G Street and Tulare Avenue and was taken to a nearby hospital, where he died shortly after arrival. The Tulare Police Department arrived about 10:45 p.m. and opened an investigation.

Investigators say Franco was shot multiple times; no suspects have been identified or arrested. Detective Cynthia Vasquez is handling the case and the department has asked anyone with information to come forward. The community responded with condolences and calls for justice, and the investigation remains active.

If anyone saw activity near G Street and Tulare Avenue that night or has information about Pedro Pete Franco’s death, please contact the Tulare Police Department.