A 12-hour hostage standoff in downtown Bakersfield ended early Wednesday when FBI agents shot and killed the suspect. All hostages were found unharmed.
- The standoff began Tuesday afternoon after a bomb threat at a Chase Bank building. - Two hostages were released Tuesday night through negotiations.
- Nearby buildings including City Hall and police headquarters were evacuated. - The suspect was killed in an officer-involved shooting involving FBI personnel.
The incident prompted a large police presence and road closures in the area. Authorities said all resources were used to ensure a safe resolution.