Bakersfield Crime

Shooter Fired at Bakersfield News Station

A front-facing window at the KBAK-TV building on Westwind Drive was damaged by gunfire.

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Do you feel safe shopping at retail centers in your community?

Authorities are investigating a man who spent over $1,000 using a stolen card at local stores.

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Do you believe local emergency response to hazardous material spills on roadways is improving in your area?

Authorities shuttered a portion of Boston Post Road on Friday following a vehicle crash and hazardous material leak.

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Do you support prioritizing de-escalation training for police officers in your community?

The Bakersfield Police Department incorporates advanced technology to help officers practice de-escalation techniques.

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Do you trust local police protocols to safely transport high-security inmates in your area?

Francisco Alejandro Garcia entered his plea after fleeing from deputies at Kern Medical last year.

Legal proceedings commenced against two defendants accused in the 2024 death of a two-year-old girl.