BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — A man convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol and fatally striking a pedestrian on East California Avenue has been sentenced to 25 days in jail, three years’ probation, and must pay restitution and fines, according to the Kern County Superior Court website.
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Timothy Suniga pleaded no contest on Dec. 19, 2025, to the misdemeanor offense.
The incident happened on May 9, 2025, when Bakersfield police responded to a crash on the 700 block of East California Avenue.
Officers found a pedestrian with major injuries, who later died at a hospital. The investigation revealed the pedestrian, later identified as Anthony Gregory Martinez, 34, of Bakersfield, was crossing outside a crosswalk when he was struck by Suniga’s vehicle. Another vehicle also hit the pedestrian. Both drivers remained at the scene.
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Suniga was found to be under the influence of alcohol and was arrested.
Suniga must also complete a DUI program, submit to alcohol testing, and may enroll in a work release program. Court records indicate that Suniga has no prior criminal convictions.