BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The Bakersfield police are seeking the public’s help in identifying a suspect who allegedly brandished a machete while on a GET Bus.
Police said the incident happened several weeks ago, on Tuesday, Sept. 29, when the suspect was captured on video footage threatening a victim on the bus with a machete.
BPD is describing the suspect as a male in his 30s, with a slim build and about 5 feet and 10 inches tall.
Police said the man was wearing a blue baseball hat, a white T-shirt, blue pants and was carrying a backpack. Officials said he also has a shaved head.
Photos courtesy of the Bakersfield Police Department
Anyone with information about the incident or the suspect is encouraged to contact BPD Detective E. Hardin at 661-326-3919.
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