Man Arrested in Connection with Alleged Domestic Violence Incident in Bakersfield
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A Kern County man has been arrested in connection to an alleged domestic violence incident in Bakersfield.
According to a press release by the Bakersfield Police Department, authorities responded to a report on the afternoon of May 5th of a potential domestic violence incident involving an individual who was suspected to be under the influence of methamphetamine. The incident took place at a residence located on the 3700 block of Q Street.
During the course of the investigation, law enforcement officers employed physical force. Jason Crawford, a 41-year-old resident of Bakersfield, was subsequently taken into custody and transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. He is currently listed in stable condition, police said.
Crawford has been arrested on multiple charges, including spousal abuse, being under the influence of a controlled substance, battery on a peace officer, and resisting an officer with violence. As per standard procedure in such cases, a use of force investigation was initiated immediately.
The case remains under review. As of now, the officers involved in the incident are on full duty status. The Bakersfield Police Department encourages anyone with pertinent information regarding this ongoing investigation to contact them directly at (661) 327-7111.
