The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community's assistance in identifying and locating a suspect wanted for auto theft.

On April 13, 2017 at 11:23 p.m., the suspect was seen operating a stolen vehicle shortly after the vehicle was taken.

The vehicle was stolen from 600 E. Brundage. The photo was taken near White Lane and Wible Road.

The vehicle has since been recovered and returned to the victim. The suspect is described as a white or Hispanic male and 30 to 40 years of age, wearing a blue stripped shirt and black hat.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call Detective Daniel Brewer (661) 326-3546, or the Bakersfield Police Department (661) 327-7111.