BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — On August 29, 2025, deputies from the Kern County Sheriff’s Office Metropolitan Patrol Division conducted a proactive enforcement operation targeting individuals loitering and trespassing in areas with repeated complaints from local businesses and residents.
The operation was carried out in coordination with District 3 Supervisor Jeff Flores, his staff, and personnel from Kern County Public Works, Code Compliance, Flood Ministries, and Kern Behavioral Health. The focus was on restoring order and addressing criminal activity in several high-complaint areas, including North Chester Avenue, 1308 Airport Drive, 35184 Merle Haggard Drive, 7400 E. Brundage Lane, and 8331 Kern Canyon Road…