Jose Luis Garcia Obituary, Death – Authorities in Kern County have identified a Delano man who was found deceased in McFarland earlier this week. The Kern County Coroner’s Office confirmed that 55-year-old Jose Luis Garcia was discovered in the 3000 block of Peterson Road on the morning of Tuesday, March 18.
Sheriff’s deputies responded to the location at approximately 9:46 a.m., where they found Garcia and pronounced him dead at the scene. Officials have not yet released details regarding the circumstances surrounding his death.
The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) has launched an investigation to determine the cause of death. It remains unclear whether Garcia’s passing was work-related or if other factors were involved. The coroner’s office has not yet disclosed any preliminary findings regarding the manner or cause of death.
Authorities are asking anyone with relevant information to contact Cal/OSHA at 661-588-640. The investigation remains ongoing.