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BPD investigating MLK and E. Calfornia shooting

Posted at 5:47 AM, Apr 19, 2016
and last updated 2016-04-19 08:47:06-04

Bakersfield police are on the hunt for a man involved in a possible drive by shooting late Monday night.

The shooting happened on MLK and East California Avenue just after 10:30 pm.

Upon arrival officers located an adult male suffering from a single gunshot wound which was later determined to be non-life threatening. 

He was taken to Kern Medical for his injuries.

Police are looking for a suspect described as a Hispanic adult male driving a small, burgundy, sports utility hatchback with a spare tire -- seen leaving the area.

The BPD gang unit is currently investigating this shooting and encourages anyone with any information to call police.