Female Pedestrian Pronounced Dead after Accident near Bernard Street

BAKERSFIELD, CA (August 1, 2022) – Early Tuesday morning, a hit-and-run collision at Jefferson Park claimed the life of Ann Frances Gaitan, police said.

The incident happened on July 12th, at around 6:41 a.m. at Jefferson Park on Bernard Street.

According to Bakersfield Police, the driver of a white mid-2000s Ford F-150 drove through a park for reasons unknown. There, the vehicle struck and killed a 57-year-old transient woman on the grass where she was sleeping.

Later on, authorities identified the deceased female as 57-year-old Ann Frances Gaitan of Bakersfield.

Currently, the two suspects are being questioned. However, their identities have not yet been disclosed by the authorities.

Bakersfield officials continue to investigate the Jefferson Park hit-and-run at this time. Any witnesses to the incident are encouraged to call local authorities as soon as possible.

No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of Ann Frances Gaitan.

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