A hostage situation with a bomb threat is unfolding at a Chase Bank in downtown Bakersfield, prompting evacuations and street closures. - The suspect is a man with a bomb strapped to his body.
- At least one hostage is involved; police are negotiating. - Multiple city buildings are locked down, including City Hall and Police Headquarters.
- The area between 18th and Truxtun Avenue and Chester to H Streets is closed. Authorities urge the public to avoid the area as the situation develops.