On Saturday, October 31, 2026, at approximately 11:10 p.m., deputies from the Vista Sheriff’s Station responded to a report of a fight on the 2200 block of Primrose Avenue in Vista. Upon arrival, deputies located Antonio Israel Valencia (D.O.B. March 25, 2004), suffering from traumatic injuries sustained during the incident. Deputies immediately initiated lifesaving measures and requested emergency medical personnel, who arrived shortly thereafter.
Valencia was transported by paramedics to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Homicide Unit at (858) 285-6330 or after hours at (858) (858) 868-3200. You can remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-8477.
Media Contact: William Amavisca, Lieutenant
William.Amavisca@sdsheriff.gov
Homicide Unit: 858-285-6330
