Brandon Richard Compton, 49, was shot and killed on March 21, 2020, in the 500 block of Dennison Lane near Foothill High School in Bakersfield, California. Kern County Sheriff’s deputies arrived just after 10 a.m. and found Compton with a gunshot wound to his abdomen; he was pronounced dead at the scene. The Kern County Coroner later ruled the death a homicide.

The investigation remains open and, as of the most recent update, no arrests have been announced. Authorities have asked anyone with information to contact the Kern County Sheriff’s Office and have provided numbers for anonymous tips. Few details about a suspect or motive have been released, leaving questions about who was responsible and why this occurred.

If anyone knew Brandon, was in the area that morning, or has information that could help, please contact the Sheriff’s Office.