Carlos Manuel Ramirez, 20, of Lamont, California, was found dead at Bear Mountain Park on San Diego Street on December 12, 2022. His body was located about 8 a.m. near a playground; the Kern County Coroner’s Office ruled the cause of death multiple gunshot wounds and classified it a homicide.

The Kern County Sheriff’s Office opened an immediate investigation. As of the posting date there have been no arrests or identified suspects and investigators say the case remains unsolved. Authorities have asked anyone with information to contact the Sheriff’s Office or use the Secret Witness hotline to submit anonymous tips.

Ramirez’s death shocked the local community and prompted calls for increased safety near the park. If anyone was in or around Bear Mountain Park on December 12, 2022, or has information about Ramirez’s movements before that morning, please contact the Kern County Sheriff’s Office or the Secret Witness hotline.