Brawl erupts at Virginia high school graduation as spectator attacks student walking to get their diploma
A violent brawl occurred at a Virginia high school graduation when a spectator attacked a student receiving their diploma. The incident led to multiple altercations and the involvement of over 50 police officers to restore order. Authorities reported no injuries and are reviewing security footage to determine the cause of the chaos.
- ▪Evan J. Williams Jr., 20, was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct and damage to private property.
- ▪The brawl broke out during John Marshall High School’s graduation ceremony at Virginia Commonwealth University.
- ▪Richmond Public Schools Superintendent Jason Kamras condemned the actions that disrupted the ceremony and emphasized the need for peace during such events.
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| Publication time | Fri, 29 May 2026 01:35:48 -0400 |
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US News Brawl erupts at Virginia high school graduation as spectator attacks student walking to get their diploma By Richard Pollina Published May 29, 2026, 1:35 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google A Virginia high school graduation descended into chaos when a spectator rushed the stage and attacked a student who was walking to receive his diploma. Evan J. Williams Jr., 20, was arrested Thursday and charged with disorderly conduct and damage to private property in connection with the brawl that broke out during John Marshall High School’s graduation ceremony at Virginia Commonwealth University, according to police.
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