Attempted murder and DUI suspect Vincent Edward Nelson was remanded in court yesterday.
Humboldt Superior Court Judge Lawrence Killoran granted Senior Deputy District Roger Rees' request for remand yesterday. Ken Bareilles made a general appearance and the Public Defender was relieved.
Hiring Ken Bareilles didn't work well for Nelson, did it?
I will be adding charges and more details about his two cases including bail changes shortly while checking on other court cases.
I just did a post on Christopher Diven and Rosalyn Klock so you can check the previous post where these updates have also been added.
Diven has 4 cases. One case scheduled on 5/20 was continued to 5/22 before the May 20 date. The rest of his cases remained on calendar on 5/20 only to be continued to 5/22 by defense.
This kind of inefficiency and multiple continuances in one week and in several cases with multiple defendants has been happening for weeks and months now.
Who is to blame? More than one person. Other than inefficiency from Humboldt Superior Court, some attorneys and public defenders are reshuffling too many dates.
It just needs to be fixed. It is not hard to see that a defendant has more than one case.
In Klock's case, pre trial in her criminal case was continued from yesterday to today because Gregory Kreis was not present. This is at least the second case I have seen where Kreis was not present, I am not digging through all my posts for the other case. In the 12 years of covering local courts, I have seen one or two instances of an attorney in a criminal case not being present in cases I cover. It isn't the same attorney twice. Gregory Kreis was court appointed. There are other court appointed private attorneys like Ms. Rebecca Linkous and Paul Gallegos who have more cases and they show up for court. Mr. Gallegos, even when he had a trial. It should have just been rescheduled from 5/20 to the 5/29 hearing.
And judges in criminal cases need to start holding not present accountable. They do in civil cases where attorneys have to tell why they did not show up.
I am not sure why a pre trial was continued to the next day. This is why every day, the court calendar is unreasonable.
Criminal cases are the ones always causing chaos in Humboldt Superior Court creating backlogs. The judges and court administration need to get together and figure out a solution.
Court appointed private attorneys get paid by the taxpayers. I know it is hard to get court appointed attorneys but maybe Humboldt needs to expand the search beyond Humboldt.
HCSO Lt. Jesse Taylor just issued a press release about the Miranda's rescue investigation.
You can read the entire press release.
Here is a key paragraph. "At this time, certain details cannot be released in order to protect the integrity of the investigation. HCSO asks the public to avoid speculation and to rely on official updates from law enforcement."
HCSO Press Release:
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) continues to actively investigate the Miranda’s Rescue case and remains committed to pursuing every available lead related to this investigation. Detectives and investigators are working diligently with partner agencies, reviewing evidence, conducting follow-up interviews, and responding to information provided by members of the public.
HCSO recognizes the significant concern this case has generated throughout Humboldt County and beyond. We understand the emotional impact this investigation has had on community members, supporters, and those closely connected to Miranda’s Rescue. The Sheriff’s Office shares these concerns and wants the public to know that this case remains a priority.
Since the investigation began, HCSO has received numerous tips and pieces of information from the community. Every tip received is carefully documented, assessed, and followed up on by investigators.
“At
the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office, we understand the public’s desire for
answers and accountability,” said Lt. Jesse Taylor. “Our investigators are
committed to thoroughly examining all evidence and pursuing every credible
lead. We appreciate the patience, support, and assistance we have received from
the community during this ongoing investigation.”
At this time, certain details cannot be released in order to protect the integrity of the investigation. HCSO asks the public to avoid speculation and to rely on official updates from law enforcement.
Anyone with information related to the Miranda’s Rescue case is encouraged to contact the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office Tip Line at (707) 268-2539. Additionally, you can submit information anonymously at the following email address: hso@co.humboldt.ca.us
Additional updates will be provided as information becomes available.
Many people read this post I did yesterday.
Before the anti Shannon Miranda and pro Miranda crowd start their drama again, Lost Coast Outpost's convoluted Miranda's rescue clickbait today is mostly old information. I reported twice when HCSO was at Shannon Miranda's property and it was live coverage and scoops. I got information from HCSO.
The other media sat around for days about Miranda's Rescue. From day 1, I said instead of speculation; wait for official information.
I am the only one who got comment from Shannon Miranda and I spoke to Jennifer Raymond. I was nice enough not to post about Jennifer Raymond's trespass that she shared with me that evening and I advised her to contact a lawyer before speaking further. LOCO mentioned what is in an affadavit and yet failed to include said affadavit. I include court documents including Ramey warrants so readers can see the information for themselves .
I also knew some of what was taken from Shannon Miranda's property. Did I post it right after the second raid? I did not. I said yesterday, HCSO has not released any official statement. No criminal charges have been filed. No civil lawsuits have been filed. If LOCO actually wanted to investigate, they would see if HCSO has any potential conflicts in conducting this investigation. They would get a comment from Humboldt County Sheriff William Honsal about his wife commenting on Facebook twice on an account which belongs to an involved party instigating this investigation.
That would actually require LOCO to have guts and do actual journalism instead of regurgitating an old press release and statements from biased parties.
Maybe LOCO could do some actual investigative reporting and ask Jennifer Raymond if this is her.
https://mendovoice.com/2025/07/mendocino-water-tower-lawsuits/
Unless there is another "Jennifer Raymond who lives in Ferndale and co-owns the property with her brother. "
LOCO et al do not know how to create engaging, original content. If they actually worked and did shoe leather journalism, they would be exhausted by the end of the day.
These local "media" cater to the lowest denominator. Did the Bored Housewives of Fortuna and the desperate attention seeking and selfish "activists" consider that Lt. Taylor and HCSO are not their personal employees and police force? There is no shortage of crime in Humboldt County. Or news.
If Jennifer Raymond and her cohorts are so concerned about animals, then they should spend more time adopting and saving those who are living, take them home instead of posting incessantly on Facebook and giving interviews. If they have had these concerns about Shannon Miranda, why didn't they go to the shelters and adopt and save hundreds of animals?
Since Jenna Moore and Jennifer Raymond think HCSO has all this time, HCSO should investigate all businesses in Humboldt involved with the care of animals and make sure the animals are being taken care of properly and books are in order. Maybe start with Humboldt Spay/Neuter Clinic and Kilby Kountry Large and Animal Rescue?
There are people in Humboldt who leave their dogs chained with no room to move. I will give one example on one major road in Myrtletown where for days I saw these dogs whimpering with no visible food and water and left outside in the freezing winter day and night and when it rained. For days, people walked past these animals. Until I called HCSO animal control, these dogs would bark until exhausation. People who lived in that neighborhood for years just ignored and did nothing. The dogs were never taken out for walks. Owners never checked on them. HCSO animal control came and checked on the dogs. Maybe if Jennifer Raymond put some of the money she has towards living animals and human beings in need now and do it when she does not get her 15 seconds of fame, I would give a damn about what she thinks.
That is not the only time I have had to call Animal Control. I see plenty of homeless and drug addicts dragging and abusing their dogs in downtown Eureka, kicking dogs who stopped to take a shit and have upset stomachs from holding it in for who knows how long? Why? Because their abusive druggie boyfriend wants to get his fix and yell at her and the dog and is in a rush get to where his useless homies are. I called EPD Animal Control recently about a situation in the daytime on 4th street where people just walked and drove by while this guy kicked the dog repeatedly and the woman just stood there. EPD did go out and check. This was right near the Humboldt County Public Defender's office. Activists who give animals to those who cannot properly feed themselves or have shelter and people who beat and kick these helpless animals are animal abusers.
When Jennifer Raymond and Jenna Moore rescue, adopt and save dogs like the ones I had to call HCSO and EPD Animal Control about and do so without attention and publicity; that is rescuing animals.
LOCO, RHBB, TS catered to gossip and speculation from privileged, self absorbed white women when there is no shortage of actual news to cover.
Alleged molestor Jayson Ray Russell Mehler entered a plea today in his 2025 case. This is before a preliminary hearing. Sentencing is on 6/10.
I spell his name as listed in the complaint by the DA and not the jail log and records.
Mehler pleaded guilty to Count 2 PC 311.11(a) (1) possession of child pornography and an added Count 3 PC 288.2 (a) (2) sending sexual material to a minor. Count 1 PC 288.3 (a) contacting a minor for a sex offense was dismissed by the People.
Eureka Police Department just released information about the arrest of wanted felon Troy Brinson for probation violation, drug charges and trespassing. EPD thanked community members who called in with information and assisted officers in apprehending Brinson.
Alleged molestor Edward Neagu charged with 7 felonies and one misdemeanor. The complaint only lists one victim, John Doe.
Deputy District Attorney Carolyn Schaffer is appearing on the case at arraignment.
At arraignment this afternoon, Humboldt Superior Court Judge Lawrence Killoran kept the no bail custody status that I previously reported. Public Defender's office appointed. Preliminary hearing on 6/2.
Max Sebastian Petras was arrested by Arcata Police Department yesterday on a Ramey warrant for PC 646.9(a) stalking.
10 searches in Humboldt Superior Court incliding two family cases, one collections case, one 2026 case with two drug charges and five counts of violating a protective order. That 2026 case merges two other 2026 and one 2025 case. There is a Ramey warrant filed in the open 2026 case in February 2026.
Conviction in 2018 and 2007 traffic cases. A 2006 dismissal in a drug case.
Dylan Olivas is another repeat offender I covered since 2022. Screenshots are of my posts on his 2025 drug case.
Yesterday, Olivas' case was on for OR bail and trial setting. Trial confirmation is on 7/7; jury trial on 7/13.
Senior Deputy District Attorney Roger Rees requested Olivas be remanded into custody yesterday; that request was granted by Humboldt Superior Court Judge Lawrence Killoran. Deputy Conflict Counsel Zach Curtis is Olivas' attorney. Olivas is authorized to be released to Conflict Counsel social worker Danette Kellerman or representative for direct transport to treatment program. Olivas ordered to stay and complete program.
I covered convicted molestor Steve Boudreaux's three jury trials, the verdicts and I covered his case since his arrest. Humboldt County Senior Deputy District Attorney Whitney Timm came through for the victims and the People every time. Deputy Public Defender Casey Russo and Steve Boudreaux dragged the inevitable for years. If you want complete and exclusive details, search my blog. After the verdicts, the jurors follow my blog. Ms. Timm is in trial, the defense could have another delay. Sentencing is scheduled tomorrow and if it does proceed, I will add minutes to today's post. Here is Boudreaux's booking photo which I put effort into obtaining years ago.
5/20/26: Steve Boudreaux sentenced to 125 years to life by Humboldt Superior Court Judge Kaleb Cockrum.
I agree with Senior Deputy District Attorney who said "two little girls showed more courage coming to court" than" Boudreaux who is not remorseful. Even after being convicted twice, he chose to take this case for trial the third time.
Ms. Timm called Boudreaux a coward in court.
No other media was in court. Court minutes and minute order included.
The DA issued a press release later this afternoon which has been added to the post.
I have more interest in the results of this secret ballot than any race in California on June 2, 2026.
Shout out to EPD Police Operations Analyst Rachel Sollom for getting out information to media right away and including the recording. Photos on the scene from EPD.
I gave Jody Honsal, the benefit of doubt once.
Now, another comment on the Miranda's Rescue investigation by Humboldt County Sheriff William Honsal's wife. If she wants to keep commenting on an investigation her husband's agency is overseeing, it isn't just inappropriate; it is arrogant. Jody Honsal is making a case for those who want the Civilian Oversight Board for HCSO. I am not in favor of a politically motivated committee of people who have no clue about what law enforcement goes through but I do have concerns about how HCSO administration handles complaints and discipline. I have had my own experience with a complaint I had to file against an extra help court bailiff about two incidents in front of another reporter and an attorney on the second floor. This ingrate is someone I defended in the past when he was with another agency. I tried to handle the situation informally by speaking first with Sheriff Honsal and Humboldt County CAO Elishia Hayes. Despite filing a formal complaint, video from the courts, all he got was a talking to and to stay away from me. Majority of HCSO are decent. When an agency does not deal with bad apples; that is what leads to requests for oversight, complaints and lawsuits filed against HCSO and the County.
Like every other power and authority in Humboldt; potential conflicts of interest and actual conflicts of interest are never mentioned.
There needs to be a mechanism in Humboldt County for more than just HCSO and that option has to be people not beholden and independent of the Humboldt County cabal.
I am very disappointed in Bryan Hall's comment. I have zero interest in what Bryan thinks on any topic anymore and I hope he is never on a jury.
Dani Payne has the only sane and objective comment in that screenshot.
As I said before, I am waiting for HCSO's investigation and to see if any charges are filed.
Unlike the Times Standard, Lost Coast Outpost and Redheaded Blackbelt, I am not interested in speculation, years of the same old allegations rehashed by a group of people and women who are dragging their personal issues with Shannon Miranda into what should be an objective law enforcement investigation.
Certain Humboldt "media" giving a platform to protestors and biased parties who can say anything they want without legal repercussions in an ongoing investigation is irresponsible. This is why many in Humboldt are confused about what is considered news because they are used to be given a pulpit and 15 seconds of fame for online and coffee klatch gossip.
There are those in Humboldt County who like gossip, speculation and drama. As I told the person who sent me the tip, I am not going to react every time Jenna Moore comments or anyone else in this drama. I am including one screenshot about Jenna Moore because it is relevant to the previous post.
How does Jenna Moore know that HCSO seems to think there is "no crime?" There has been nothing released to the media or public. I have heard whisperings about the investigation. Do you see me posting about "talk"?
If Jenna Moore is so confident about her evidence, she can put it in an official court document, swear under oath, under penalty of perjury.
A Times Standard article is not an official law enforcement document and it is not a court document. Times Standard interviewed Oakland Animal Services. Maybe the TS "reporter" should have used google before quoting allegations from an agency involved in a lawsuit which includes allegations of animal abuse.
If any of the drama queens understood how evidence or the court process works; the first thing they would do is be quiet instead of allowing their words to be documented. In this country, there is a court process. Innocent until proven guilty,; not guilty because of a bunch of gossips screech loudly on social media.
Justice does not always work perfectly, especially in a small rural, petty County. Unlike the online, unmoderated smears and speculation; in court your "evidence" is vetted by legal standards.
Jenna Moore and everyone continuing this drama on both sides may have all day to be drained and consumed by their reality show. The rest of us have bills to pay. I have actual news to cover. Whether you are pro or anti Shamnon Miranda; either wait for something official or feel free to contact another local "media" outlet.
Domestic violence suspect Gregory Moon held to answer as charged after his preliminary hearing by Retired Humboldt Superior Court Judge Christopher Wilson. Moon's no bail custodial status remains unchanged.
Arraignment on information is on 6/2.
Deputy District Attorney Roger Rees is the prosecutor. People's witnesses included Jane Doe and Blue Lake Tribal Officer Raven Moon. Deputy Conflict Counsel David Nims is Moon's attorney.
My previous post has arrest, charges and updates until today's hearing.
https://johnchiv.blogspot.com/2026/05/gregory-moon-arrested-yesterday-for.html?m=1
Kash Patel's tweet leaves out key detail that California's Brenda Lee Brown Armstrong aka "Anika" agreed to plead guilty to paying another person to register to vote.
I have included the press release from the Department of Justice, Office of Public Affairs.
I always recognize a few jurors but today individual jurors were being questioned and I saw two potential jurors who are familiar to anyone at the Courthouse or who pays attention to local politics.
As much as I would like to tell you who they are; they have not been excused and still could be picked as jurors for this trial.
Individual jurors will be questioned tomorrow. Jury selection for all jurors will probably start on 5/20.
This is the last time I will provide links to previous coverage.
Dates were scheduled today in alleged molestor Feliciano Emiliano Valentin's case. Readiness Conference is on 7/13; jury trial on 8/10.
I reported on Valentin's arrest last January.
https://johnchiv.blogspot.com/2025/01/felliciano-valentin-arrested-for-sexual.html?m=1#more
Charges, People's offer to resolve the case before preliminary hearing and all minor updates such as 11 continuances were added to that post.
Just used the Eureka Police Department online form for reporting. Easy to use, got instant confirmation and I did not have to bother the very busy EPD dispatchers.
San Jose's David Alvarez sentenced to five and a half years in federal prison for possession of child pornography.