Victims of Violent Crime Memorial

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On November 6, 2025, District Attorney Cynthia Zimmer unveiled the Victims of Violent Crime Memorial, a permanent tribute to lives lost and the strength of those left behind. The memorial features an ossuary (time capsule) that contains the names of every homicide victim in Kern County since its establishment. With the help of law enforcement and community members, 4,456 names were gathered. Behind every name is a life tragically cut short, a family left to grieve, and the dedicated professionals who sought justice on their behalf.

The names included in the memorial as of November 6, 2025, can be found below, by year of death.

Criteria: The ossuary includes victims of unlawful murder and manslaughter, as well as victims of felony vehicular homicide, including Watson murders and gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated.


Crime Victim Names


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