I covered Michael Black's case and jury trial in 2019. He used to be Russ Clanton's neighbor. There was a mistrial in the case where Russ Clanton and his wife testified, the DA was supposed to refile; instead there was a change of plea. In the 2019 case, he was represented by Andrea Sullivan. I did extensive coverage in 2019.
An anonymous commenter on Lost Coast Outpost is incorrect. Black did not have a shotgun; Clanton did and he pointed it at Black until law enforcement arrived. I covered the trial, was in the courtroom and have detailed testimony.
No one would represent Black since the case involved the Clantons. Black's case was the first known case for pre trial mental health diversion in Humboldt County. Ms. Sullivan has been successful in getting mental health diversion and many local attorneys have added her as co-counsel for that reason. Ms. Sullivan takes on clients others shy away from locally because she truly believes in people getting a fair trial and being entitled to a competent defense. I watched her in court before the rest of Humboldt and saw how she puts in 110% for her clients. Ms. Sullivan practices all over California and is in demand for a reason.
Black was arrested yesterday evening by HCSO for PC1203.2(a)(2) probation violation, two counts of PC 417(a) (1) brandishing a deadly weapon in a fight, two counts of PC 422 criminal Threats, PC 1203.2(a) probation violation, PC69 resisting an executive officer,and VC 23152 (a) DUI.
HCSO Press Release (issued 4/11):
On 04/09/2024 at about 4:40 p.m., Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to a residence on Berry Road in Trinidad regarding a report of threats against another individual.
Upon arrival, the suspect Michael Matthew Black had left the scene. During the investigation, it was discovered that Black had threatened another individual with a hatchet. Deputies then searched the greater Trinidad area for his truck that he was reported to be associated with and located it at his residence.
There had been other reported incidents where Black had threatened other individuals with weapons within the last few weeks and had displayed aggressive behavior.
Deputies developed the probable cause to arrest Black for Criminal Threats and other criminal charges. Black was believed to be armed and dangerous. Deputies attempted contact with Black at his residence, however, he fled into the wooded area behind his home on a tractor. Black was acting erratically, refusing surrender commands. Black made suicidal statements and threatened to shoot law enforcement if they did not leave his property. Black went back into his residence and barricaded himself inside. Deputies on scene attempted to deescalate the situation, and after several minutes Black exited the front door and deputies were able to approach Black and he subsequently surrendered without further incident.
Black was arrested and booked into the Humboldt County Correctional Facility on charges of Threaten Crime with Intent to Terrorize (PC 422(A)), Brandishing a Deadly Weapon (PC417 (A)(1)), Elder Abuse (PC 368(B)(1)), Felon in Possession of a Firearm (PC29800(A)(1)), Felon in Possession of Ammunition (PC30305(A)(1)), Obstruct/Resist a Police Officer (PC69(A)), & Probation Violation (PC 1203.2(A)(1)).
Related posts:
https://johnchiv.blogspot.com/2019/03/russ-clanton-asked-to-leave-courtroom.html?m=1#more
https://johnchiv.blogspot.com/2019/02/change-of-plea-in-one-case-and.html?m=1
https://johnchiv.blogspot.com/2019/01/hung-jury-in-michael-case-mistrial.html?m=1
https://johnchiv.blogspot.com/2019/01/jury-in-michael-black-asks-what-happens.html?m=1https://johnchiv.blogspot.com/2019/01/its-really-russ-versus-defendant.html?m=1
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