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BPD investigating shooting that left two men wounded in central Bakersfield

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Bakersfield Police are investigating a shooting that left two men wounded in central Bakersfield Sunday morning.

According to BPD, officers responded to the area of Golden State Highway and Sumner Street for reports of a shooting around 3 a.m.

When officers arrived they found two men suffering from gunshot wounds. 

The victims were transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. 

Officials said the only suspect information they have at this time is that the gunman is a Hispanic male adult, wearing a dak-colored sweater and was reportedly armed with a handgun. 

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is encouraged to call Bakersfield Police at 661-327-7111.

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