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Michael Washington

Case from Bakersfield, CA dated May 16, 2017

Victim Details

Name

Michael Washington

Gender

Male

Race

Black / African American

City

Bakersfield

State

Date Of Death

2017-05-16

Age At Death

First Name

Michael

Last Name

Washington

Last Updated

07/07/2026

Case Description

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Michael Washington, aged 35, tragically passed away on May 16, 2017, in Bakersfield, California. His death was the result of a violent incident that shocked the local community. On that fateful day, Michael was found with multiple gunshot wounds in a residential area of Bakersfield. Despite the immediate response from emergency services, he succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The circumstances surrounding his death prompted a thorough investigation by the Bakersfield Police Department.

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23ABC News: Family of man shot and killed in central Bakersfield says he may have been a random target
23ABC News: Man dies after shooting in Central Bakersfield, BPD looking for suspects

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