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Kern County Fire Department Seeks Public’s Help in a Bakersfield Arson Investigation
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The Kern County Fire Department is asking the public for help identifying two people connected to an arson fire that occurred on Sterling Road in east Bakersfield.

The fire happened on Saturday.

The department’s Investigation Unit released a statement Tuesday seeking tips from anyone with information about the incident or the individuals involved.

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Authorities urged anyone with information to call 1-877-FIRE-TIP (1-877-347-3847).

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