Kevin Daniel Stevens Dies in Pedestrian Crash on Airport Drive [Bakersfield, CA]

Bakersfield, CA (September 9, 2026) — 22-year-old Kevin Daniel Stevens died early Saturday after a vehicle involved in a police pursuit struck him while attempting to avoid a spike strip.

Bakersfield police officers from the Special Enforcement Unit were searching for 21-year-old Isaiah Andrade, who had an active arrest warrant involving firearm possession and gang-related charges. Officers located Andrade near Clover Mountain Court and Pine Meadow Drive in Oildale around 1:30 a.m. on September 5.

According to police, Andrade entered a vehicle driven by 20-year-old Gabriel Lopez, who then sped away. Officers pursued the vehicle as it traveled south on Airport Drive.

Police deployed spike strips near Airport Drive and Olive Drive. Investigators said Lopez tried to avoid the strips, lost control, and struck a pedestrian on the west sidewalk.

The Kern County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Kevin Daniel Stevens, 22, of Bakersfield. He died from injuries sustained in the crash.

Lopez and Andrade fled the vehicle on foot, but officers quickly arrested them. Both men went to a hospital for medical clearance before facing potential charges related to the pursuit, firearms, gang activity, and Andrade’s outstanding warrant.

The California Highway Patrol is investigating the collision, while Bakersfield police continue a separate criminal investigation. Authorities said additional charges related to the crash and Stevens’ death could follow after the investigation.

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Sweet Lawyers extends its condolences to the family and loved ones of Kevin Daniel Stevens following this tragic loss.

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