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BPD: Man arrested in suspected DUI after crashing into homes, vehicles

BPD: Man arrested in suspected DUI after crashing into homes, vehicles in East Bakersfield
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BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — The Bakersfield Police Department said a man was arrested Sunday on suspicion of DUI and reckless driving after hitting parked vehicles and two homes in East Bakersfield.

BPD said officers received reports of a grey truck being driven recklessly shortly before 2 p.m. in the area of E. 3rd and Clifton streets.

An investigation found that a man was spinning donuts at two different intersections when he struck two homes, two vehicles, and a fence.

Jesse Prado, 24, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence, reckless driving, and felony vandalism.

Anyone with information regarding this incident should call BPD at 661-327-7111.



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