DEADLY HIGH-SPEED CHASE KILLS BYSTANDER IN BAKERSFIELD

A high-speed pursuit in Bakersfield has resulted in the death of a bystander, according to Bakersfield Police. Chief Brent Stratton characterized the incident as "a real tragedy" during a studio appearance.

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FAMILY SPEAKS OUT AFTER BAKERSFIELD POLICE CHASE KILLS BYSTANDER POSSIBLY ARMED DUI SUSPECT NABBED AFTER HIGH-SPEED CHASE IN L.A. VEHICLE FIRE ON OLD RIVER ROAD IN BAKERSFIELD

Details on how the bystander was struck, the vehicle involved in the chase, or the suspect remain limited at this early stage. The pursuit was reported around 9:11 a.m. PT on Monday.

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This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.