Governor's Office says Kern vehicle theft decreased by 31% in 2025

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- As vehicle thefts continue to decline statewide, officials are saying Kern County is seeing decreasing numbers as well. Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Wednesday that vehicle thefts in total fell statewide in 2025 by about 25%, marking the second consecutive year of decline in the crime. Newsom said that the progress made [...]