Charles Tomlin, 41, was killed in a shooting outside the Westfair Lounge on Wible Road in Bakersfield on January 6, 2018. A fight between Tomlin and 52-year-old Bruce Hollis ended when Hollis fired multiple shots at Tomlin; both men died at the scene after Hollis was also shot while attempting to flee.

Police identified and located 24-year-old Terrance Wiley, who was driving a vehicle matching the suspect description. After a brief pursuit Wiley was arrested and initially booked on felony evading and driving without a license; further investigation led to added charges alleging Wiley shot Hollis and was involved in the killings. Authorities said there were suspected gang-related motives and charged Wiley with murder, illegal firearm possession, and participation in a criminal street gang.

The double homicide shocked the Bakersfield community and drew attention to gang violence and illegal firearms in the area. If anyone was at Westfair Lounge that night or has information about the confrontation, please share what was seen or heard.