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BFD asking for help in identifying suspect involved in arson of Williams Elementary School

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The Bakersfield Fire Department is asking for community help in identifying a suspect wanted for the Arson of Williams Elementary School.

According to Bakersfield Fire Investigators, the suspect was seen at 1201 Williams Street Thursday afternoon.

The Suspect is described as a Hispanic male, shaved head, and slender build.

The subject was last seen wearing denim jeans, Nike sweatshirt, white shoes, and carrying a Costco white and blue bag.

Anyone with information regarding this incident, call the Fire Tip Hotline at (877) 347-3847.

Bakersfield, CA

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