James Ernest Ellis, a 20-year-old resident of Bakersfield, California, was shot and killed on December 17, 2021. The shooting happened around 8 p.m. on East California Avenue near Ogden Street. Deputies from the Kern County Sheriff’s Office responded to calls about a shooting and found Ellis with at least one gunshot wound; he was taken to Kern Medical, where he later died. The Kern County Coroner’s Office identified him as the victim.

The Kern County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate and is asking anyone with information to come forward. If anyone knew James Ernest Ellis, saw activity on East California Avenue near Ogden Street that evening, or has information that could help the investigation, please contact authorities.