Crime & Safety
Kern County, CA Shooting: Suspects at Large, Public Urged to Help
Bakersfield, CA – Authorities in Kern County are asking for the public's immediate assistance after a shooting near a Halloween party early Sunday, Nov. 1, with suspects still at large and investigato
By Lauren Beckett · 2026-11-03T22:52:45.678Z
Bakersfield, CA – Authorities in Kern County are asking for the public's immediate assistance after a shooting near a Halloween party early Sunday, Nov. 1, with suspects still at large and investigators searching for photographs and videos that could help identify those responsible.
According to the Kern County Sheriff 's Office, the shooting occurred around 12:40 a.m. Sunday in the 4000 block of Rosedale Highway in the Bakersfield area.
Detectives are now specifically requesting footage from anyone who attended the Halloween party, including photographs or recordings captured before, during or after the shooting.
Investigators Seek Critical Halloween Party Footage
The Sheriff's Office emphasized that even footage recorded outside the exact time of the shooting could be relevant to the investigation.
Authorities are encouraging attendees to review their phones and other recording devices for potentially useful evidence.
Investigators have established a dedicated online submission portal where community members can upload photographs and videos directly to law enforcement.
Suspects Remain Outstanding
The Sheriff's Office confirmed that the suspects involved have not been apprehended.
Detectives responded to the shooting scene and assumed responsibility for the investigation, which remains active and ongoing.
Authorities have not released additional details about possible injuries, the number of suspects or the circumstances leading up to the gunfire.
How to Submit Information
Anyone with photographs or videos from the Halloween party can submit evidence through the Sheriff's Office's official portal:
https://kernsheriffca.evidence.com/axon/community request/public/26 153839
Residents with information about the shooting can also contact Detective Leiva at 661 391 7606 or the Kern County Sheriff's Office at 661 861 3110 .
Authorities say additional information will be released as the investigation develops.
Source: Kern County Sheriff's Office, Nov. 3, 2026.