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Published on April 16, 2024
CHP Bakersfield Area investigators Seeks Clues in Killing of Karla Terron Found on State Route 99Source: Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

The discovery of Karla Terron's charred body has rocked the community after she was found dead on the Hosking Avenue off-ramp of the State Route 99 freeway. The California Highway Patrol is calling on locals for assistance as they delve into the disturbing case that unfolded in the early hours of December 17, 2022. The CHP continues to investigate multiple leads stemming from the grim discovery of Terron, who was found deceased and set ablaze.

Authorities are urging anyone who might have been in the vicinity between 4:00 and 5:00 A.M. on the day of the crime to come forward with information. The CHP Bakersfield Area investigators, responding to a report of a burning body, have been tirelessly working the case that straddles the areas of Bakersfield and Los Angeles. Saw anything unusual or have knowledge pertaining to the case, the public's assistance is critical for the advancement of this investigation.

In a plea for public assistance, the California Highway Patrol has provided contact information for those who may know anything related to this heinous act. With any details, no matter how minor they may seem, individuals are encouraged to reach out to the CHP at (661)396-6600, use the tip line at (661)396-6660, or contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department at (323) 890-5500.

The ongoing investigation, which has seen the community enveloped by a chilling air of concern and morbidity, seeks to unravel the circumstances that led to Terron's tragic end. Working closely with forensic experts and local law enforcement, the CHP hopes to provide the closure needed to Terron's family and to bring the perpetrator or perpetrators to justice. In the areas of Bakersfield and Los Angeles, whoever might harbor information is strongly urged to aid law enforcement in their relentless pursuit of the truth.