The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office arrested a prominent local foster parent yesterday on suspicion of committing lewd acts against a minor. In response to a Journal inquiry seeking more information about the circumstances of the arrest, sheriff’s office spokesperson Samantha Karges said William Scott Peugh, 46, was arrested at 4:30 yesterday afternoon on suspicion of […]
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Sheriff’s Office Releases Names of Officers Who Wounded Suspects in April Shooting
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office has identified the three officers who fired their guns in an April 18 shooting in Eureka that left two suspects in critical conditions. The shooting came after a report of an armed robbery at the Bayshore Mall led to a police pursuit that ended when the suspect vehicle crashed at […]
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NCJ Preview: Summer Camps, Miss Indian World and Cliff Jumpers
The Summer of Fun rundown of camps and activities for kids has arrived. We’ll highlight some standout options from baseball to crafting. We’ve also got an update on drink spiking reports in Arcata, an interview with Miss Indian World, Eureka’s own Tori McConnell, and a story on the wild and risky world of cliff jumping. […]
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Arcata Man Arrested on Child Rape Allegations
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office has arrested an Arcata man on suspicion of raping two children. According to a press release, investigators arrested Lucas William Russell, 21, at his home on the 1100 block of West End Road this morning while serving a search warrant. The investigation began in late February, when the sheriff’s office’s […]
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McKinleyville Man Arrested in Child Pornography Case
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a 31-year-old McKinleyville man on suspicion of possessing child pornography. According to a press release, Brandon Markus Allen Sampanes was taken into custody at 7 a.m. today as investigators with the sheriff’s office’s Major Crimes Division served a search warrant at his home on the 1100 block of […]
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NCJ Preview: The Soeth Story and New Flatmo Paintings
This week, we’ve got a story years in the making, tracing how a Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputy is back on patrol after settling a wrongful death suit, opening fire on a security guard and commanding a police dog to bite an already restrained subject. We’re also checking out local kinetic sculpture and mural legend Duane […]
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Rape Crisis Team, Arcata Police Collaborate on Anonymous Reporting System
When calling the North Coast Rape Crisis Team’s 24/7 crisis line to report a drink spiking, callers will now have the option to anonymously forward details to the Arcata Police Department. NCRCT receives 20-plus calls a month regarding drug-facilitated assault, according to Executive Director Amanda LeBlanc. But when asked about recent social media reports indicating […]
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NCJ Preview: CPH’s Fire Fight, Police Shooting, Spiked Drinks and Oyster Fest Beer
This week’s cover story dives into the tug of war over wildfire training degrees and whether Cal Poly Humboldt has the right to call dibs on them. We’re updating on the police shooting in Eureka stemming from an alleged armed robbery and assault, and a high-speed chase, as well. We’ve got what you need to […]
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Father, Son Identified as Those Killed in Fortuna Murder-Suicide
The Humboldt County Coroner’s Office has identified the two people found dead in an apparent murder-suicide in Fortuna on Sunday as Wendell Bott IV, 48, and his son, Wendell Bott V, 20. Fortuna Police Chief Casey Day said police were alerted to the possible murder of Wendell Bott V by a family member who came […]
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Fortuna Police Investigating Apparent Murder-Suicide
The Fortuna Police Department is investigating an apparent murder-suicide that left two men dead in a residence on the 2300 block of Newburg Road yesterday afternoon. Police were called to the scene after a “suspected homicide,” with an adult male suspect reportedly armed and barricaded inside the residence, according to a press release. Officers responded […]
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Sheriff’s Lieutenant Arrested After Allegedly Pulling Gun During Domestic Disturbance
A Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office lieutenant has been arrested on charges of brandishing a firearm and making criminal threats during a domestic disturbance in McKinleyville. According to a press release, Lt. Samuel David Williams, 46, turned himself into the jail today after an arrest warrant was issued in the case, which stems from a March […]
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UPDATE: Two Shot by Police After Pursuit, Reported Armed Robbery in Eureka
UPDATE: The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office has determined that a third man wanted for questioning in the incident that included a police shooting this afternoon is not a suspect and was uninvolved but fled the scene upon seeing guns drawn, according to spokesperson Samantha Karges. No additional suspects are believed to be outstanding. PREVIOUSLY: Two […]