A recent shooting incident in Bakersfield has come under scrutiny, involving an off-duty reserve officer from the LAPD. The incident occurred on August 24, 2023, when the officer reported a suspected home burglary at an address located on Andretti Avenue. The suspect, identified as 29-year-old Jason Boles, engaged in a gunfire exchange with the police, … Read more
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — A tragic incident unfolded at Yokuts Park on Monday night, as a man lost his life to a fatal gunshot wound, as reported by The Bakersfield Police Department. The victim, Daniel Landeros, who was celebrating his 43rd birthday that day, was tragically shot and killed around 11 p.m. Audrey Chavez, a close … Read more
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — A Bakersfield man has entered a no-contest plea regarding a civil rights violation case in which he was accused of making threats against members of a Pentecostal church. Miguel Campos, 32, has pleaded no contest to the charge of violating civil rights through the use of force or threats, as per official … Read more
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — A shooting incident occurred on South Union Avenue, resulting in severe injuries to a man, and local authorities are actively seeking the individuals responsible. The Kern County Sheriff’s Office received a call around 10:13 a.m., prompting deputies to respond to the 2700 block of South Union Avenue due to reports of a … Read more
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — The Bakersfield Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying two individuals believed to be involved in a theft and fraudulent use of a credit card that occurred at a Walmart store last month. According to BPD, the incident took place on August 13th around 2:30 p.m. at the Walmart Neighborhood … Read more
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — The recent series of break-ins at Sugardaddy’s Women’s Boutique have taken an unexpected turn as the alleged culprit is a surprising 14-year-old high school student. Heidi Shubin, the owner of Sugardaddy’s, initially contacted 17 News to share details about the juvenile suspect, which were independently verified by the Bakersfield Police Department (BPD). … Read more
OILDALE, Calif. — Deputies were summoned to a school in Oildale in response to concerns raised by the staff regarding social media threats that had been circulating among students. The Kern County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) promptly investigated the situation and ultimately deemed the threats to lack credibility. On September 15, 2023, at approximately 9:40 a.m., … Read more
BAKERSFIELD, CA, — The Bakersfield Police Department apprehended an individual on Wednesday night following a tense standoff with the suspect, who had been firing a firearm in the front yard of his residence. At approximately 8:20 p.m., Bakersfield PD received an alert from the ShotSpotter system, indicating gunfire in the 300 block of South Haley … Read more
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — Significant changes are on the horizon for residents of Ward 1 in southeast Bakersfield, and they include the highly anticipated arrival of a brand-new park. Janet Sellers-Hoggatt, a 49-year-old member of the local community, expressed her elation after hearing the news that Linnell-Brahma Park is finally set to become a reality. She … Read more
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — A single individual has been apprehended by law enforcement following a vehicle chase that concluded on Willow Tree Drive on Tuesday, as reported by the Bakersfield Police Department. According to Sergeant Andrew Tipton from the police department, the incident began when an officer initiated a traffic stop, which subsequently escalated into a … Read more