Like cowards, around 3 a.m. 15 to 20 protestors were arrested. On one video, you can hear "only 3 of them have their cameras on." Conveniently, HCSO is still not linked to Vinelink. On livestream you hear KRCR/KAEF reporter Adelmi Ruiz say I have been here all night and an officer say, "You had an opportunity to leave." "Find a different job, if this causes you to break the law."
6:38 a.m. on 4/30 just checked with jail, Ruiz was no longer in custody. I spoke with Nazy and she confirmed Adelmi was detained and released.
This arrest of a journalist was covered nationally.
Shame on Cal Poly Humboldt to do this in the middle of the night. Arresting reporters? HCSO settled a lawsuit before before excessive force against a member of the press. I have linked it before, involved Deputies Conan Moore and Travis Mendes.
I hope Cal Poly gets sued. Ryan Hutson was on campus for RHBB? Lost Coast Outpost was on scene. Why weren't they asked to leave or detained? Guess if you have the special favor of Rex Bohn, Michelle Bushnell and Billy Honsal and the good ole Humboldt boys, you can wander around. On RHBB, it states reporters tried to cover and were pushed back. KMUD got the same treatment. This is how the good ole Humboldt boys deal with any scrutiny.
Thank god for videos of the actual protest and arrests filmed by other people and the livestream of how Adelmi was arrested and spoken to by law enforcement. Can you trust LOCO with ads from Cal Poly Humboldt and the County?
So why were certain reporters detained who actually work for mainstream media and have credntials unlike Dumboldt? Sheriff Honsal personally gets back to RHBB but HCSO cant even have an assigned PIO?
The usual ignorant repeat anons on LOCO are arguing with one person on why it is wrong to arrest a journalist. The anon coward hate on LOCO and RHBB should use their names. The same bitter, less than a handful angry trolls spewing and hiding behind a screen for over decades. Losers who have never taken a stand, never made a difference or contributed to making this world better. I bet most of them are conservative. Humboldt Reddit has been infiltrated with the same losers and obvious plants trying to push certain insider sources as usual. The good ole boys and a certain group cannot stand independent thought.
Deputy DA Roger Rees was practically gleeful this morning at the courthouse.
7:42 Glad I waited to add the press release sent at 7:03 from Cal Poly with remarks from Sheriff Billy Honsal, Cal Poly Humboldt Police Chief Peter Cress shortly because they just sent an update that the official number of people arrested was 25, not 35. The actions of Cal Poly admin and law enforcement speak louder than these meaningless words.
Saw some students, protestors, supporters outside the jail on the sidewalk around 7:30.
Jail log only has 4 arrests listed including Adelmi.
9:45 Spoke with about 10 students, they do not want to be photographed and I respect that, I told them I would not anyway. They feel let down by certain media who were on campus after last night and I don't blame them. Unfortunately, it makes it harder for the rest of us that are doing our job.
Vinelink is down for the second day, they are trying to bail some people out, bail seems to be $10,000 for most protestors. I am going to try and speak to Sgt. Christian in person. He is not in. At least I know how to get information and I am having a hard time. Imagine if you are a student. I directed the students to where they can get information. Even jail staff was unaware that Vinelink is down. More cutting off vital information needed by media, bail bonds representatives and anyone trying to help protestors. At 8:27 p.m. Sgt. Christian emailed me and said they are working on the issue.
Another Cal Poly Humboldt press release at 8:11 that you can read below.
Cal Poly Humboldt press release:
On Tuesday, April 30 at about 0230, law enforcement began a series of actions to restore order on the Cal Poly Humboldt campus.
Law enforcement cleared and secured Siemens Hall and Nelson Hall East, as well as the area near those buildings. About 35 individuals were arrested, without incident. There were no injuries.
The operation was carried out by Unified Command, which is made up of law enforcement personnel from throughout the State of California under the leadership of Humboldt County Sheriff William Honsal and University Police Department Chief Peter Cress.
At the time the operation was initiated, on-campus residents were advised by University text and emails to shelter in place. Others were directed to stay away from campus, which was already under a hard closure.
The operation’s objective was to establish control of the site; protect the rights, safety, and health of students and employees; eliminate the threat of violence and criminal behavior; and reestablish control of buildings and other property.
Those arrested faced a range of different charges depending on individual circumstances including unlawful assembly, vandalism, conspiracy, assault of police officers, and others. In addition, students could face discipline for conduct violations while any University employees arrested could face disciplinary action.
The University had made repeated efforts over the last week to resolve the situation. This morning’s enforcement action was determined to be necessary to restore order and to address the lawlessness and dangerous conditions that had developed.
What was occurring was not free expression or a protest. It was criminal activity, and there were serious concerns it would spread even further on campus.
The hard closure of the campus remains in place through May 10, and law enforcement is continuing to monitor the situation. For employees, your supervisor will contact you if you are authorized to be on campus.
Humboldt County Sheriff William Honsal
“The law enforcement action at Cal Poly Humboldt was essential to reestablishing order on campus. When someone commits a crime and infringes on the rights of others, it becomes necessary for law enforcement to step in. I'm grateful to the agencies and officers who contributed to bringing safety back to our campus. I understand the widespread frustration caused by the campus closure, threatening behavior, and lawlessness we've witnessed over the past week. By restoring order, we've sent a clear message that the criminal and dangerous activities we experienced were not peaceful protests, but outright criminal behavior, which is unacceptable.”
University Police Department Chief Peter Cress
“The University Police Department is deeply grateful to the local and statewide agencies that lent support to our campus during this event. The support was critical in restoring an environment on campus where learning and work occur safely. UPD remains committed to a learning environment where everyone can be heard without breaking the law.”
Tom Jackson Jr., Cal Poly Humboldt President
“This is a difficult day, it breaks my heart to see it, and truly nobody wanted to see things come to this. We’ve all watched this with great concern, and always with the sincere hope that it would be resolved peacefully. Unfortunately, serious criminal activity that crossed the line well beyond the level of a protest had put the campus at ongoing risk. I commend the law enforcement team for their effort in resolving this very dangerous situation, and I’m incredibly grateful for the many agencies who advised us and who came to our aid in our time of need. I’m also very grateful for our many staff members who performed far and above their normal duties to help us protect the campus and maintain operations. Our focus for the entire time has been on doing all we could do to protect the safety of all involved, and we were very patient and very disciplined with that.”
Cal Poly Humboldt update (8:11)
The shelter in place advisory has been lifted for residents living on campus.
However, it is important that residents stay vigilant. Police are conducting follow-up on an enforcement action.
The campus remains under a hard closure through May 10, and those not authorized to be on campus may be cited or arrested. For employees, your supervisor will contact you if you are authorized to be on campus.
Residents are allowed to come and go from campus, and may utilize spaces in their residence hall and access dining facilities near them. College Creek residents may go to College Creek Marketplace, and all other campus residents may go to Jolly Giant Commons. Residents should stay in these areas and NOT walk across campus.
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