BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department announced the arrest of two men on Thursday in south Bakersfield on multiple drug charges, including allegedly selling methamphetamine to the homeless.
On Nov. 6, 2025, the BPD’s Impact Unit arrested Eric Prindle, 55, in the 3400 block of Agate Street for alleged possession and transportation of a controlled substance.
Johnathan Midkiff, 40, was arrested in the 3700 block of McCoury Street for alleged possession and transportation of a controlled substance, as well as prohibited firearm possession charges.
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Officers reportedly observed Prindle distributing fentanyl to the homeless, leading them to a second location where Midkiff was allegedly seen selling fentanyl and/or methamphetamine to four individuals.
Both men were detained and arrested for related narcotics charges.
Prindle was allegedly found with over three ounces of crystal methamphetamine and fentanyl, while Midkiff was allegedly found with over six ounces of fentanyl, methamphetamine, three stolen firearms, and $690.
Prindle was arrested back in March during a probation search on drug-related charges and for violating Post Release Community Supervision.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call the Bakersfield Police Department at (661) 327-7111.