Homero Rosales Corona Fatally Shot by Kern County Deputies in Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA – Homero Rosales Corona, 42, was fatally shot by Kern County sheriff’s deputies on March 4, 2025, in southeast Bakersfield.
Incident Details
Deputies came into contact with Corona around 6:30 p.m. at Virginia Avenue Park, located at 2022 Virginia Avenue. Soon after their encounter with Corona, deputies fired their weapons, striking him and he was pronounced dead at the scene around 7:17 p.m. It is unknown why shots were fired, how many struck Corona, and if less-than-lethal methods were used first.
Incident Aftermath
The Kern County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that an investigation of the shooting is ongoing. Additionally, the Kern County District Attorney’s Office will assess the findings to determine whether the use of force complied with legal standards.
California law, including Assembly Bill 1506, requires the California Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate certain officer-involved shootings of unarmed individuals. It is unclear at this time whether the DOJ will intervene in this case.
Legal Considerations in Officer-Involved Shootings
The use of deadly force by law enforcement is governed by California Penal Code § 835a, which states that officers may only use force when necessary and proportionate to the threat posed. The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution also protects individuals from unreasonable seizures, including excessive force. In cases where a shooting may have violated constitutional rights, families can pursue justice through 42 U.S. Code § 1983, which allows civil claims against government agencies for misconduct.
Seeking Accountability for Officer Involved Shootings in Bakersfield
How can our firm assist with an investigation? Should you decide to consult with our firm, our investigation typically includes some or all the following investigative activities
- obtaining and reviewing medical records, autopsy reports and blood toxicology screening reports
- requesting a Public Records Request Act for documents and evidence for locating and interviewing critical witnesses to an incident
- subpoenaing third party entities if our firm is retained and a lawsuit is initiated
- securing surveillance video evidence, and at minimum, placing the jail entity on notice to preserve potential video and tangible evidence of an incident.
- identifying and contacting potential witnesses, if available.
What should I know if I want to file a wrongful death lawsuit?
We at the Sehat Law Firm offer our condolences to the family of Homero Rosales Corona.
Contact our experienced Civil Rights lawyers so we can analyze all your options and hear the specifics of your case. We will also assess your loved one’s history with the jail facility they were treated at. Having as much documentation and physical evidence as possible will help prove your wrongful death case so our attorneys can examine them and help bring you and your loved one justice.
If you or a loved one has been impacted by police misconduct or an in-custody incident, contact The Sehat Law Firm at (949) 825-5200 for a free consultation, or complete the form at the bottom of this page to discuss your case with our legal team.
Legal Disclaimer
This article provides general information only and should not be considered legal or medical advice, nor does it create an attorney-client relationship. Laws vary, and any referenced here may not apply to your situation. This article was created from secondary sources and so may not be completely accurate. If you have any concerns, please contact us, and we’ll update or remove the post as needed.
