Arthur Jess Medina, 34, was found fatally shot on January 18, 2022, near the intersection of Steele Street and Mount Vernon Avenue in Bakersfield. Deputies arrived about 5:45 a.m. and pronounced him dead at the scene; the Kern County Coroner listed multiple gunshot wounds as the cause of death.

Authorities have asked the public for help and mentioned the Secret Witness program for anonymous tips.

If anyone has information about Medina’s shooting or was in the Steele Street and Mount Vernon Avenue area early that morning, please contact the Kern County Sheriff’s Office or submit a tip through Secret Witness.