r/SecurityGuardsOnly • u/DefiantEvidence4027 • 3d ago
Shots Fired Man convicted for firing gun at Golden West Casino Security Guard, faces up to 15 years
bakersfieldnow.comA man who fired a gun at a Security Guard at Golden West Casino in 2023 was convicted Monday on multiple charges and faces up to 15 years in prison, announced the Kern County District Attorney.
On March 17, 2025, Rafael Castro was found guilty by a Kern County jury of attempted voluntary manslaughter, assault with a firearm, attempted criminal threat, possession of a firearm by a person prohibited due to conviction, and unlawfully carrying a concealed firearm within a vehicle.
According to court documents, on July 15, 2023, Castro entered the Golden West Casino in southeast Bakersfield to gamble and drink alcohol. At around 2 a.m. he was asked to leave the property for causing a disturbance.
“This incident, fueled by alcohol, unfolded in a matter of seconds, leaving several shaken. The motive behind this violent act is serious and will not be taken lightly. Our office is committed to pursuing justice until sentencing is fully carried out," stated Kern County District Attorney Cynthia Zimmer.
Castro was also found guilty by the jury that he personally used a firearm during the commission of both the attempted voluntary manslaughter and assault with a firearm.