Robert Cullen would rather wait in jail and have Michael Acosta as his attorney then have someone else appointed

 

Convicted felon Robert Cullen had arraignment scheduled yesterday for his most recent arrest. It was continued to this afternoon and again to Monday.

Fire in fields behind Nielsen's feed

 

(photo by Corbett Petersen)

Humboldt Bay Fire's PIO Amy Conlin said firefighters are working to access the area right now.

Jail contraband case keeps getting continued because all defendants need court appointed private attorneys

 

Setting of preliminary hearing for former correctional deputy Ricardo Aguirre Perez scheduled today was continued to May 4 because none of the defendants can be represented by Public Defenders and they need to find private attorneys for all of them. Just arraignment is leading to continuances.

Demmeri Carr charged with felony hit and run in West Hawthorne collision

Due to various factors, Demmeri Carr has not been booked as of 5/3/21. I did follow up with EPD and when a booking photo is available, it will be added.

Hit and run suspect has no license, no insurance and expired registration

On April 29, 2021, at about 4:00 p.m., officers of the Eureka Police Department responded to the intersection of Buhne and “H” Streets for the report of a vehicle vs pedestrian collision. While responding to the collision, it was reported that the driver and vehicle involved in the collision had left the scene. 

No dark days allowed for jury trials and only Russ Clanton protests in court

 

(Vitolo)

(Upshaw)

 

Today, at trial assignment, two cases scheduled for jury trial on May 3 were assigned to Judge Kelly Neel. 

Special ribbon cutting ceremony for Redwood Sky Walk in June

Today the City of Eureka announced that on Friday, June 4, 2021, they will hold a special event and ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the official grand opening of the Redwood Sky Walk at Sequoia Park Zoo. 

Seng Yang three time loser can rot in prison where he belongs

 

I previously reported that convicted molestor Seng Yang, who raped his own daughter and filmed the rapes to sell as porn, lost his appeal. His petition for review was denied by the California Supreme Court.  Pages from the opinion are in the previous post.

Remember former Humboldt County Correctional Deputy and convicted molestor Cory Fisher?

Remember former Humboldt County Correctional Deputy and convicted molestor Cory Fisher? Today, on a hunch, I checked to see if he had filed an appeal. He did. The last scheduled action was a request for oral argument.

"I feel the legal system is allowing Mark Dare to victimize us.

 

Jane Doe #2 and Jane Doe #1 addressed the court today after Judge Christopher Wilson and attorney remarks.

Dare's former stepdaughters briefly but in powerful statements expressedthe constant continuances that have been par for the course in this case as well sentencing being postponed. Deputy District Attorney Whitney Timm also addressed the Court on her motions. 

Newsom gives small businesses a $6.2 billion tac cut

Today, Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill that will give small businesses hit hardest by this pandemic a $6.2 billion tax cut over the next six years – a critical lifeline that will help get our small businesses back on their feet and an important component of California’s economic recovery strategy.

Even Haberman's attorney admits he is on drug task force's radar; obviously the bail motion backfires on his client

 

What I mentioned in the previous post is exactly what happened. Career criminal Kevin Haberman's attempt to get released from custody and reduce bail backfired due to his record and recent arrest. Now, he has a no bail hold which issued by Judge Christopher Wilson.

Haberman's third court appointed attorney, Mr. Zachary Curtis' recitation of his criminal history helped the prosecution, supported Probation's recommendation and Judge Wilson's ruling.

Kyle Zoellner's mother interrupts Judge, argues with her attorney and almost loses a plea deal

 

Monika Wissel, Kyle Zoellner's mother and her co-defendant Tom Duncan, had a preliminary hearing today in 2020. I have not covered Wissel since 2019. In previous coverage linked below, there is a post from 2016; Wissel was arrested with a Tommy Duncan. For her latest case, her attorney is Deputy Conflict Counsel Owen Tipps. Wissel is out of custody. This is a previous booking photo.

Three day time estimate for murder suspect Daniella Moore's preliminary hearing

 

Preliminary hearing for murder suspect Daniella Moore was scheduled for April 29. It was rescheduled for June 21. This will be a three day time estimate.

No arrests for maintaining a drug house, possession of meth and committing a felony while out on bail?

(Perry)

All these law enforcement resources and just one arrest? Who decides who gets booked and arrested and who is not for similar charges?

EPD interviewing parties involved in crash on 4th Street

 

Starting May 1, non-standard burn permit holders will need a CAL Fire burn permit

Effective May 1, 2021, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Humboldt - Del Norte Unit requires Non-Standard Burn Permit holders in State Responsibility Areas, obtain a CAL FIRE Burn Permit (LE-5).  

Frequently arrested Nathan Paul Sotelo violates probation and flees from law enforcement

On April 27, 2021, at about 2 p.m., a Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputy attempted a traffic stop on a gray Subaru wagon for a vehicle code violation on southbound U.S. Highway 101 near Herrick Avenue.

Jury trial for Ulisses Rodriguez scheduled for December

 

Finally after several hearings, issue of confidential witness John Doe's phone records was settled today in murder suspect Ulisses Rodriguez's case. Dates were set on a time waived basis.

“Credit Unions, like Compass Community Credit Union, have been on the front lines doing what is necessary to help their members."

Compass Community Credit Union has once again been awarded the highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability from the Nation’s Premier Credit Union and Bank Rating Firm, BauerFinancial, Inc. 

Convicted felon and his attorney a no show, bail bond forfeited and bench warrants for $260,000 issued

 

(olderbooking photo)

Convicted felon Robert Cullen was a no show at trial confirmation this morning. So was his attorney, Mr. Michael Acosta. He was arrested and booked into custody later today and more charges with a new arrest.

"As of April 26, 2021, the requisite number of valid signatures has been reported to our office to initiate the recall of Governor Gavin Newsom."

Hung jury and mistrial declared in Brian Daniels case

 

At 3:12 today, there was a note from the jury in the Brian Daniels case. 

"I am running for Attorney General because California’s criminal justice system is in chaos"

 

Sacramento County District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert has announced she will be a candidate for Attorney General of California in 2022. Schubert made her announcement Monday morning while flanked by numerous crime victims, including victims of the infamous Golden State Killer.

Mazzotti LLC sued by Delaware company for breach of contract

Itria Ventures LLC, is a company in Wilmington, Delaware. Description of the company on google is "financial consultant" and "a private lender for real estate." Itria sued Joseph and Jean Mazzotti and Mazzotti, LLC for breach of contract and warranty.

Ramey warrant results in two arrests for Garberville robbery

(Mattingly)

(Whitlow)

If you pay attention to the frequently arrested, William Orsina Mattingly will be a name you should recognize.

Brian Daniels jury requests additional readback of Christina Rosenfeld's testimony

 

Judge Kelly Neel provided an update to attorneys and Brian Daniels about the jury a few minutes ago.

Dumbass under the influence arrested for unlawful use of 911 after calling 26 times over 8 hours

On April 24, 2021, at about 11:44 a.m., Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to a motel on the 300 block of State Highway 96 to contact an individual harassing medical and emergency communications dispatchers via 9-1-1.

HSU investigating women's softball team for alleged hazing

Humboldt State University is investigating the Women’s Intercollegiate Softball Team for alleged hazing, as well as other possible violations of student and athletic codes of conduct.

Jeff Tsarnas sentencing continued

Jeff Tsarnas was scheduled to be sentenced this morning. He was found guilty by a jury of VC 20001 (a) on April 1.

Sacramento DA plans to run for California Attorney General

Sacramento County District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert is holding a press conference this morning regarding the state of public safety in California and her plans to run for state attorney general.

Correctional deputy exposed to opoid

On Friday April 23, 2021 at about 6:24 PM, the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office brought in Arrestee Dakota Johnson, 24, of Willits, for booking into the Mendocino County Jail. 

Humboldt criminal Cory Orsenico " intentionally collided" with another car "killing himself and two other people"

Cory Orsenico, who was arrested on March 10 after he fled from the Orick motel, died today.

In response to a recent outbreak in Eureka The Pentecostal Church, Public Health offered tests to members who may have been exposed

Twenty new cases of COVID-19 were reported in Humboldt County today, bringing the total number of county residents who have tested positive for the virus to 3,717.  

Probation & DEJ for statutory rape and lewd acts with a minor under 14

 

Defense made an offer in alleged molestor Patrick Marshall's case which was accepted by the People today at trial assignment. The jury trial scheduled for Monday was vacated.

The "whatever" look when you commit a felony while out on bail and are arrested in California

On April 23rd, 2021 agents with the Humboldt County Drug Task Force (HCDTF), with the assistance of the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office, The Humboldt County District Attorney’s Office, and a K-9 Officer from the Fortuna Police Department, served a search warrant on a residence in the 1900 block of Elm Ave. in Mckinleyville.

New cannabis brand will donate proceeds towards criminal justice reform

 

A new cannabis brand, California Substance, is donating 42 % of proceeds everytime you buy one of their products to help end mass incarceration and promote criminal justice reform.

Majority of recently reported Humboldt cases are part of a single outbreak associated with one or more superspreader events

 

Thirty-eight new cases of COVID-19 were reported in Humboldt County today, bringing the total number of county residents who have tested positive for the virus to 3,697. With one day left to report, 110 cases have been reported this week.  

"The entire community would be at risk if he was released"

 

I already reported on Kyle Muhaw's extradition warrant from Georgia. Judge Lawrence mentioned that in court today. Supervised release was denied. Based on comments from the People and his own remark about clear and convincing evidence that Muhaw's release would result in great bodily injury to others, Judge Lawrence Killoran maintained his previous ruling about no bail for Muhaw.

Former HSU student Darrius Upshaw's alleged victims were also HSU students

 

Defense filed a motion to reduce bail or have the Court consider alternatives to release alleged rapist Darrius D. Upshaw  from custody. Upshaw's bail was set at $225,000 per schedule. The end result was a no bail hold.  Defense motion for reconsideration was denied.

The latest defense attorney trend in Humboldt is Humphrey's motions

 

In Humboldt courts, if one defense attorney does something, then a trend follows. The latest is Humphrey's motions for repeat offenders or inmates charged with serious crimes.  Today, all three cases I am covering involving bail and all the defendants meet the above criteria. Different Judges will hear each case.

Luke Allen Patrick Olsen-Smith arrested for attempted murder and criminal conspiracy

(April 2021)

(March 2021 booking photo)

Why do they get to ignore and hang up on press?

 

"A year ago, attorneys could access holding cells. It was a mistake."

 

More motions in limine were heard in the Jason Smith jury trial today. I was not planning on covering this trial; let alone motions in limine in detail but this case and the defense motions have highlighted some concerns about local courts, jail and the criminal justice system which in a small rural county like Humboldt have dire consequences.

Mantova's Two Street Music vandalized again

Once again, Mantova's Two Street Music was vandalized. 

As expected Opera alley murder preliminary continued due to attorneys being in other trials

 

Murder suspect Connor Whited had his preliminary scheduled for April 21. As expected, it was continued to May 26.

Third doctor's report may result in preliminary hearing for Daniella Moore being reset

 

(old photo from arraignment)

Status of third doctor's report was scheduled for murder suspect Daniella Moore on April 21. Dr. John Green was appointed at the last hearing. Preliminary hearing is scheduled for April 29.

Hugo Aguirre fist bumps another inmate in jail court room

 

The hearing for Hugo Parral Aguirre started with him fist bumping another inmate in jail court room. Then he tried to pose " all bad ass" for the Zoom camera. Does he think his bros are watching the livestream?

Trial confirmation for ParralAguirre was scheduled on April 21. Jury trial for May 3 was vacated.