BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community’s help in identifying a man accused of brandishing a machete while traveling on a GET bus.
Bakersfield police said on Tuesday, September 29th, 2026, the man was seen on video surveillance video threatening a victim with a machete
The suspect is described as a man in his 30’s, slim build, 5’10 ” tall, with a shaved head.

The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community’s help in identifying a man accused of brandishing a machete while traveling on a GET bus. PHOTO: BPD
He was wearing a blue baseball hat, white t-shirt, blue pants, and carrying a backpack.
Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to call Detective E. Hardin at the Bakersfield Police Department (661) 326-3919.