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BPD looking for 2 men who robbed, shot 60-year-old man

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The Bakersfield Police Department is looking for two men believed to have shot and robbed a 60-year-old man early Sunday morning.

According to Bakersfield Police, at 2:45 a.m. Sunday, two men approached a 60-year-old cab driver in the parking lot near Denny's on Mount Vernon. 

Bakersfield Police say the two approached the man, a struggle ensued and the 60-year-old was shot. 

The man was taken to a hospital where he is listed in serious condition. 

The first suspect is described as Hispanic or white, in his 20s, about 5-foot-7, 140 pounds. He was last seen wearing a dark shirt and tan shorts. 

The second suspect is either Hispanic or white, in his 20s, about 5-foot-10, 140 pounds. He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt and blue jeans. 

Police believe the two left in a white, older-model minivan. 

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