BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — An 83-year-old Bakersfield man accused of fatally shooting his 85-year-old wife in their front yard has yet to appear in court as his hearing has been postponed for the fourth time this week.
Michael Wildrick remains hospitalized, awaiting medical clearance before he can make his court appearance. He was arrested on September 11 after Bakersfield Police said he shot Emma Wildrick multiple times in their front yard at their home on Tulane Park Place in southwest Bakersfield.
A neighbor who knew the couple well said Michael had been dealing with dementia and other health issues. The neighbor also said this was not the first time Michael had threatened Emma with a gun…