Bakersfield Police Release First Week Statistics for Kern County Fair
The Bakersfield Police Department has reported statistics for the first week of the Kern County Fair, noting 3 arrests, 28 ejections, and 20 instances of missing or found children.
Bakersfield, CA, September 30, 2026 — Bakersfield, CA – The Bakersfield Police Department has released initial statistics covering the first week of the annual Kern County Fair. The data reflects activity reported between the fair’s opening day and the end of its first seven days.
According to the department’s figures, law enforcement officers made 3 arrests during this period. The specific nature of these arrests was not detailed in the provided information.
In addition to arrests, the fair operations resulted in 28 ejections. Ejections are typically initiated for violations of fair conduct rules or at the discretion of security and law enforcement personnel.
The fair also saw a notable number of incidents involving lost and found children. The statistics indicate that there were 20 instances where children were reported missing or were found. These numbers often reflect a combination of temporary separations between children and their guardians, as well as reunification efforts facilitated by fair staff and law enforcement.
The Kern County Fair is a significant annual event for the region, drawing large crowds over its multi-week run. The Bakersfield Police Department maintains a presence at the fairgrounds to ensure public safety and respond to incidents. Further statistics for subsequent weeks of the fair are expected to be released by the department as the event continues.
The reporting period for these statistics concluded on the seventh day of the Kern County Fair. Details on the total number of attendees or the specific dates of the first week were not provided.
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