42-Year-Old James Richardson Jr. Killed In Bakersfield, CA Accident

Tragic accident that occurred on February 20 in Bakersfield, California. 42-year-old James Lee Richardson Jr. was tragically killed after being struck by a motorist along the 4300 block of White Lane. Richardson was struck by a westbound vehicle and was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. The driver, who BPD did not publicly identify, remained at the scene to cooperate. Witnesses or those with further information are asked to call 661-327-7111. We send our thoughts and prayers to the family of the victim.