A man is under arrest following a deadly stabbing in south Bakersfield.

Derick Williams, 50, was taken into custody Tuesday afternoon in the 5800 block of Ream Way where police found Gabriela Rodriguez, 54, in a front yard.

First responders rendered aid but Rodriguez was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police say they recovered a weapon.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Bakersfield Police Department.