KCSO officials identify woman found dead in South Bakersfield near Tommy's Liquor

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BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — UPDATE 10/06/19 10:16 a.m.: The woman who died has been identified as Sara Marie Bustamante, according to the Kern County Coroners Office.
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A woman's body was found in South Bakersfield near Tommy's Liquor Store on 2500 S. Chester Avenue, according to the Bakersfield Police Department.

Officials said crews responded just after 7 a.m. Saturday morning. Detectives are currently on scene investigating. There is no suspect information at this time.

This is a developing story and we will continue to update you as we learn more.

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