Glenn Earl Henderson Jr., 26, was found shot to death on September 14, 2020, while sleeping in his car at Beale Park, 500 Oleander Avenue in Bakersfield. The body was discovered about 7:30 a.m.; Henderson had multiple gunshot wounds to the neck, head, and chest and was declared dead at the scene.

Investigators reported no known connection between Henderson and his assailant, and the motive was not identified. The case record notes an arrest made three days after the killing. Evidence mentioned during proceedings included DNA, witness testimony, and Ring doorbell footage; defense arguments raised concerns about conflicting witness descriptions and assumptions underlying the charges.

The shooting raises questions about why Henderson was targeted while sleeping in his vehicle and what, if any, link existed between him and the person arrested. Anyone with information about Henderson’s movements that morning or who saw activity at Beale Park around September 14, 2020, is asked to come forward.