Mar 16, 2023

Reader says fugitive from justice arrested in Hydesville yesterday for Florida robbery


Chance Bennett was arrested by Fortuna Police Department yesterday on an arrest warrant for PC 1551(a), fugitive from justice.

A reader sent me a message a few minutes ago, "Chance Bennett was arrested in Hydesville for evading parole due to robbery in Florida. Arrested yesterday on Riverbar Road. I wonder if they release him."

The DA's complaint confirms Bennett's warrant is out of Florida. He is charged with 1 count of PC 1551 (a).

Bennett is still in custody.  Bennett was arraigned on  3/17, Public Defender's office appointed, Judge Steven Steward set bail at $85,000. There is an  extradition hearing on 3/23.


3/23 : Public Defender made motion to continue the extradition hearing to 4/24.


4/24: Extradition hearing continued by defense to 5/25 because Bennett continues to seek attorney in Florida.

5/25 Bennett failed to appear, bench warrant issued & held to $85,000. Setting of identity and extradition hearing on 6/23.

6/23: Continued again. I am no longer covering future hearings unless there is a significant development.



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