A woman is dead after a stabbing in downtown Bakersfield.

It happened near 19th and H Streets at around 4:40 a.m. Wednesday. A man was also wounded.

Authorities say the woman was pronounced dead at the scene and the man was taken to Kern Medical in stable condition.

Police say a suspect identified as Kevin Jones was arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Bakersfield Police Department at (661) 327-7111.