A man has been sentenced to 81-years-to-life in prison for killing another gang member in southwest Bakersfield.Travell Clark was convicted last month of shooting Michael Whatley on Orleans Way near White Lane in March 2015 after learning Whatley was dating his ex-girlfriend.

Clark must also pay restitution to the victim’s family. He may become eligible for parole in 35 years.

Kelli Forsch