Seven arrested after complaint of growing encampment on District Boulevard

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Seven people were arrested after complaints of a growing encampment on District Boulevard.

The Bakersfield Police Department said on Monday, February 2nd, 2026, the City of Bakersfield’s Community Vitality Team received a complaint of a growing encampment in the 6000 block of District Boulevard.

The Bakersfield Police Department’s Impact Unit responded and found numerous encampments set up near a city-owned sump.

Seven people were arrested for charges related to trespassing, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of narcotics, and warrants…

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