John Ross Killed in Bakersfield, CA Accident

A tragic accident occurred on April 23 in Bakersfield, CA, when John Ross was struck by a hit-and-run driver while walking southbound on Chester Bridge. According to police, Ross and another man were walking when an older white pickup hit Ross and fled the scene. Authorities used the Flock Safety camera system to track and arrest a 35-year-old suspect, who was booked into Kern County Jail for felony hit-and-run resulting in death. A GoFundMe page has been created by Ross’s daughter for funeral expenses. We send our thoughts and prayers to the family of the victim.