On September 3, 2020 at about 6:52 am, the Kern County Sheriff’s Office received a call of an adult male walking with a firearm on Highway 14 near Redrock Randsburg Road. It was also reported that two vehicles were in the area and possibly related to the male. The first deputy arrived on scene at about 7:00 am and pulled behind one of the described vehicles. An adult male exited the vehicle with a firearm brandishing it at the deputy. An Officer Involved Shooting occurred which resulted in fatal injuries to the suspect. The deputy was not injured.
Homicide Detectives responded to the scene and assumed the investigation. A shotgun was located with the suspect. The identity of the suspect will be withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The involved deputy was placed on routine administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.
Anyone with information about this event is encouraged to contact the Kern County Sheriff’s Office at (661)861-3110.
