Alexander Frank Hernandez, 56, was fatally shot on the 500 block of Lake Street in Bakersfield early on the morning of September 3, 2017. He was taken to a hospital but died shortly after arrival. Local detectives canvassed the area, interviewed witnesses, and collected evidence as part of their investigation.

Investigators pursued several leads but made no immediate arrests. The case remained open and periodic updates followed as new information surfaced, yet no suspects had been formally charged or arrested as of the latest available update. A lack of witnesses willing to come forward and limited clear evidence have been cited as obstacles in the investigation.

Anyone with information about Hernandez or the shooting is asked to contact the Bakersfield Police Department to help provide the family and community with answers.