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Arsonist Targets Local Restaurant in Early Morning Blaze
14 Jul
Summary
- Fire set at Luigi's Restaurant and Delicatessen early Saturday.
- Suspect described as white or Hispanic, wearing dark clothing.
- Individual frequents the area near the Bakersfield Rescue Mission.

An act of arson targeted Luigi's Restaurant and Delicatessen early Saturday morning. The fire was reported at approximately 3:20 a.m. along East 19th Street in Old Town Kern.
The Bakersfield Fire Department is actively seeking the individual responsible for the blaze. Descriptions provided by authorities indicate the suspect is either white or Hispanic. The individual was reportedly wearing a dark T-shirt, blue jeans, and light-colored boots at the time of the incident. Authorities also noted that the suspect has been seen wearing a bright red baseball cap.
Further information suggests the suspect has connections to the local area, as they are known to frequent the vicinity of the Bakersfield Rescue Mission. The fire department continues its investigation into the incident.