Arrest at BAKERSFIELD on 04/22/2026 5:03 AM
Type: Arrest
Date: 04/22/2026 5:03 AM
Description: EVADE PEACE OFFICER WITH WANTON DISREGARD FOR SAFETY
Address: BAKERSFIELD, , CA
Case Number: 2026-00054921
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Name
Thomas MelendezMissing Age
48Est. Current Age
113Last Seen
Bakersfield, CA on 04/16/1961Physical Description
Race: Hispanic Ethnicity: Latino Gender: Male Hair: Brown Eyes: Brown Height: 5'8" Weight: 160 - 170 lbsCase Number
MP50524Area Cold Cases
Name
Christ ParksAge
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Found dead from gunshot wounds at watts drive.Agency
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