US: Police activity ongoing in southwest Bakersfield, Calif., late Jan. 17

Event

Authorities are responding to reports of gunfire on Cibola Drive near White Lane and Gosford Road in southwest Bakersfield, California, as of late Jan. 17. Officials reportedly received reports of gunshots being fired in the vicinity; unconfirmed reports indicate there may be multiple armed civilians. A heavy police presence is deployed at the scene; authorities are warning the public to avoid the area and have closed White Lane between Gosford and Ashe Roads. The motive for the incident is not immediately clear. Authorities have not confirmed any casualties or if they have any suspects in custody.

Heightened security, as well as localized transport disruptions are likely in the coming hours as investigations continue.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Allow additional travel time and seek alternative routes to circumvent the incident site. Comply with the directives of authorities.