On September 1, 2023, at approximately 8:30 p.m., 43-year-old Michael "Scrappy" Pinon was fatally shot in the 1000 block of Monterey Street in east Bakersfield, California.
Upon arrival, officers found Pinon with gunshot wounds; he was pronounced dead at the scene.
As of now, no arrests have been made, and the suspect remains unidentified. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities actively seeking information from the public to aid in solving this case.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Bakersfield Police Department at 661-327-7111 or the Kern Secret Witness hotline at 661-322-4040.
In the wake of his passing, family and friends have memorialized Pinon, remembering him as a courageous and determined individual. A memorial website has been established in his honor, allowing loved ones to share memories and pay their respects.
The community remains hopeful that those responsible for this tragic loss will be apprehended, bringing justice to Pinon's family and contributing to broader efforts to reduce violence in Bakersfield.
