Bomb threat shuts down streets in downtown Bakersfield; evacuations underway

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — Evacuations are underway and streets are closed in downtown Bakersfield due to a bomb threat on Tuesday afternoon.

The City of Bakersfield said they are aware of an ongoing incident at a private property near several City buildings in downtown. As a precaution, City Hall North, City Hall South, the Development Services Building, and Bakersfield Police Headquarters are locked down until further notice.

The public will not be able to access these City properties at this time.

Bakersfield police said the areas between 18th and Truxtun Avenue and Chester to H Streets are closed due to a bomb threat within the area.

Evacuations are in progress.

Police said to stay clear of the area.

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