Veronica Lynn Canter murdered or death by force in Fresno, California.

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Veronica Lynn Canter, aged 48, tragically lost her life on March 7, 2014, in Fresno, California. The incident occurred when Fresno police officers responded to a 911 call reporting a disturbance. Upon arrival at the scene, officers encountered Canter, who was reportedly holding an eight-inch knife. According to police accounts, Canter advanced towards the officers, prompting them to open fire. She was shot and killed during the confrontation.

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fresnobee: Witnesses dispute Fresno police in fatal shooting of knife-wielding woman

KMPH: UPDATE: Woman Shot & Killed by Fresno Police Identified

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Victim Details

name

Veronica Lynn Canter

gender

Female

city

Fresno

state

Date of Death

2014-03-07

Age at Death

First Name

Veronica

Last Name

Lynn Canter

Last Updated

11/09/2025

Veronica Lynn Canter
Death by Force

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Veronica Lynn Canter Death by Force

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Veronica Lynn Canter
Death by Force