[11-11-2026] Kern County, CA – Pedestrian Severely Injured After Being Struck by Vehicle in Bakersfield

A pedestrian sustained severe injuries after being struck by a vehicle near Meadows Field Airport in Bakersfield early Wednesday morning, November 11, 2026.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred shortly after 1:00 a.m. near the intersection of Merle Haggard Drive and Wings Way.

Authorities reported that a red Toyota struck the pedestrian, knocking the individual onto the roadway in the westbound lanes of Merle Haggard Drive.

Emergency responders arrived at the scene and transported the injured pedestrian by ambulance to Kern Medical for treatment.

The pedestrian reportedly sustained severe injuries, but their condition following hospitalization was not immediately available.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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