Israel Ramirez, a 30-year-old from Bakersfield, was shot in the head on May 21, 2022, near Mercado Latino at the northwest corner of Chamberlain Avenue and Harold Way. The shooting occurred around 10:53 a.m.; Ramirez was taken to Kern Medical but died about an hour later, the Kern County Coroner’s Office reports.

Investigators determined Ramirez was shot at close range. Motive and the circumstances leading up to the shooting have not been released, and the Kern County Sheriff’s Office has not named any suspects or announced arrests. The case remains open as authorities seek leads and evidence.

If anyone was in the area that morning or has information that could help identify who was responsible, please contact the Kern County Sheriff’s Office.