Gruesome Southern California Homicide Still Unsolved: Public Urged to Help Find Killer of Burning Victim Karla Terron

Bakersfield, California – Authorities are seeking assistance from the public regarding the grisly homicide of Karla Terron, whose body was discovered engulfed in flames on an offramp of a Southern California highway almost a year and a half ago. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department released a special bulletin informing the public of the incident that occurred on the southbound Hoskins Road offramp of State Route 99 in Bakersfield on December 17, 2022.

A later autopsy revealed that Terron’s cause of death was not the fire, but rather multiple stab wounds. Terron was last seen alive at a local bar in the 100 block of North Hagar Street in San Fernando. Authorities did not specify the exact date of her last sighting.

In light of this unresolved case, officials are urging anyone with information about the incident or the possible suspects to contact LASD’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. For those who wish to remain anonymous, they can provide tips through the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers Hotline at 800-222-8477 or online at L.A. Crimes Stoppers.

The tragic murder of Karla Terron has left the community in shock and seeking justice for the victim. The discovery of her body under such horrific circumstances has prompted a renewed effort by law enforcement to uncover the truth behind her untimely death. The public’s assistance is essential in solving this heinous crime and bringing closure to Terron’s loved ones.

Authorities are determined to find and hold accountable those responsible for this brutal act. With the support and cooperation of the community, they hope to shed light on the circumstances surrounding Terron’s death and bring those responsible to justice. The investigation into this tragic incident continues, with authorities urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in finding the truth.