Convicted felon Danny Ray Fidler was arrested by HCSO in November 2023 for PC 422 criminal threats, PC 207(a) kidnapping and PC459/461(a) burglary. He was arrested again yesterday by the Fortuna Police Department on a bench warrant for two old charges including kidnapping and 17 new charges.
Fidler has retained Ms. Andrea Sullivan.
Fortuna Police Department Press Release:
On Sunday, June 30th 2024, at about 4:30 p.m., Fortuna Police Officers successfully apprehended Daniel Fidler, a suspect wanted for numerous felonies, after a high-speed chase that began near Fortuna and concluded off of Hwy 36 near Carlotta California.
The pursuit initiated on Rohnerville Road after an officer observed Fidler driving his red BMW. Despite officer’s attempts to conduct an enforcement stop, Fidler accelerated, prompting the high-speed chase. Fidler evaded police with willful and wanton disregard for the safety of people or property. The pursuit went through Fortuna and Hydesville and ultimately ended on the river bar near Carlotta.
During the chase, Fidler’s vehicle reached speeds on the highway exceeding 90 mph. Fortuna PD officers deployed spike strips, successfully disabling one of Fidler's tires which eventually disabled the BMW. Fidler drove his vehicle into the river and fled on foot.
Fidler was apprehended quickly and without further incident. Officers on scene reported a safe and successful conclusion to the pursuit.
Fidler was booked into the Humboldt County Jail for nine (9) felonies involving vehicle theft related crimes, weapon related crimes, and reckless evading. He was additionally booked on a felony warrant for kidnapping and an 836 PC Want for Reckless Evading out of the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office.
The Fortuna Police Department commends the involved officers for their professionalism and dedication in safely apprehending a dangerous suspect. We also extend our gratitude to the community for their support and vigilance.
7/16: Preliminary hearing and OR bail hearing was continued to 7/23 when DA's motion to file amended complaint and increase bail will also be heard.
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