Rosamond, CA – Deputies in Kern County arrested a driver early Tuesday morning after allegedly dumping large amounts of construction debris near Highway 14 and Dawn Road, an area that has seen a spike in illegal dumping in recent weeks.
According to the Kern County Sheriff’s Office, the Rosamond Substation has been investigating multiple large-scale dumping incidents involving commercial loads of debris. Around the early morning hours of November 11, 2025, deputies reportedly encountered a semi-truck actively releasing construction waste onto county land. The truck, authorities said, was connected to a business known as “By The Ton.”
Deputies identified the driver as Bryan Betancourt, who was taken into custody without incident. Investigators allege the debris had been repeatedly dumped over several weeks, leading to thousands of dollars in cleanup expenses for Kern County’s public works and waste management teams.
According to sheriff’s officials, more individuals associated with the company may also be involved, and the investigation remains active. Deputies say they are now reviewing business records, truck movements, and potential disposal violations tied to additional locations in the Rosamond and eastern Kern County region.
Illegal dumping has been a growing concern in rural parts of Kern County, where large loads of construction debris, tires, and household waste have strained county resources. Cleanup efforts from recent incidents have slowed roadwork, created safety hazards, and forced the county to divert funding to emergency waste removal.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kern County Sheriff’s Office or Secret Witness at 661-322-4040.
This article was produced by a journalist and may include AI-assisted input. All content is reviewed for accuracy and fairness.
Follow us on Instagram & Facebook for more relevant news stories and SUPPORT LOCAL INDEPENDENT NEWS! Have a tip? Message us!
