Here's what you need to know about what's happening in Bakersfield.
Hit-and-run leaves 1 dead early Sunday
Around 2:46 a.m. Sunday, Bakersfield Police responded to a call about a man in the roadway at the 2500 Block of Hosking Avenue. When officers arrived, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Read the full story on KGET - TV 17 Bakersfield.
BPD asking public’s assistance locating shooting suspect
According to Bakersfield Police, an adult man was standing outside his home when an unknown man approached him on foot. The suspect shot several times striking the victim and then fled on foot.
Read the full story on KGET - TV 17 Bakersfield.
Ridgeview's big finish leads to Santa Maria Girls Wrestling Tournament title
Bakersfield Ridgeview parlayed a big finish into a team championship, and several area wrestlers won individual weight class titles at the Santa Maria Girls Wrestling Tourney Saturday.
Read the full story on Santa Maria Times.
Bakersfield Police Chief Lyle Martin named Kern's Chief District Attorney Investigator
Kern County District Attorney Cynthia Zimmer has appointed Lyle Martin to be her Chief Investigator. Martin has been the Chief of Bakersfield Police since 2016 and has worked for the department for more than 30 years.
Read the full story on Valley Public Radio.
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