Michael Scrappy Pinon, 43, was fatally shot on the evening of September 1, 2023, in the 1000 block of Monterey Street in east Bakersfield. Officers found Pinon with gunshot wounds and he was pronounced dead at the scene. No arrests have been made and the suspect remains unidentified; the investigation is ongoing.

Family and friends have memorialized Pinon and a memorial website has been set up for loved ones to share memories. Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the Bakersfield Police Department at 661-327-7111 or the Kern Secret Witness hotline at 661-322-4040.

If anyone knew Michael, saw activity in the 1000 block of Monterey Street that night, or has information that could help, please come forward.