Manuel Alejandro Figueroa, 32, was shot and killed on September 24, 2023, in central Bakersfield. Officers were called to the 1000 block of 6th Street at about 2:05 p.m.; Figueroa was found with major injuries and later pronounced dead at the scene. The Kern County Coroner ruled the cause of death gunshot wounds.

As of the latest information, the circumstances that led to the shooting are unclear and no arrests or suspects have been publicly identified. His death prompted online memorials and tributes, including a GunMemorial.org profile describing him as funny, fun and very caring. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Bakersfield Police Department at (661) 327-7111.

Does anyone in the Bakersfield area remember seeing activity on 6th Street around that time or have other details that could help investigators?