After Nearly 700 Arrests, Bakersfield–CHP Partnership Expires

Published on July 5, 2024

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has concluded a four-month partnership with Bakersfield police to tackle organized crime and vehicle thefts, returning 677 arrests since the effort began in March. “Working alongside our local partners in Bakersfield, the CHP has made significant progress in recovering stolen vehicles, removing crime-linked guns from the streets, and arresting offenders,” Gov. Gavin Newsom said in a July 2 press release announcing the results. The effort also led to the recovery of 338 stolen vehicles and the seizure of 16 crime-linked firearms. CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee said such joint operations are effective in tackling crime. “By working together on daily enforcement and comprehensive operations, we will continue to see a significant impact on reducing crime in communities,” he said in the press release....

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