BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Kern County deputies opened fire during a standoff with a domestic violence suspect Friday, officials said.
Deputies responded to the 16000 block of Highway 178 in Weldon for the report of domestic violence at about 6 p.m. on March 13.
The suspect, identified as Michael Kemmeter, 30, was found traveling westbound on Highway 178. Officials said when deputies tried to make contact with Kemmeter he changed directions and fled east. The California Highway Patrol took lead on the pursuit.
During the pursuit, Kemmeter allegedly collided with another vehicle then barricaded himself in his vehicle.
Deputies tried to make contact with Kemmeter, according to KCSO. During the incident “an officer-involved shooting occurred,” according to a statement.
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Neither Kemmeter or deputies involved were injured. Kemmeter was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, brandishing a firearm at a peace officer, spousal abuse, assault with a deadly weapon and other related charges.
He is scheduled to appear in court Tuesday.
Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact the Kern County Sheriff’s Office at 661-861-3110 or Kern Secret Witness at 661-322-4040.
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