Royal Inn shut down by the City of Eureka, why today?

"John,

Do you know why the Royal Inn Motel is getting boarded up and why EPD is sitting out in front of the building?

Thanks."

More special"justice" and no coverage from other media

 

The rest of the media ignored this case. 

The Rick Littlefields, Brett Watson and Rob Christensens are held to a different stand.

Rob Christensen has so many cases. The last post I did was on the resolution of his cases. There were 10 on calendar when I did that post. Sentencing had been scheduled in November 2020.

Times-Standard sued by employee who has been there for 21 years

 

Former IT manager Ronald Maloney is suing the Times-Standard/Media News Group,Inc. for wrongful termination. Maloney worked for the business for 21 years.

Environmental law features prominently on new Humboldt Deputy DA profile

Ian Harris is a new Humboldt Deputy District Attorney who started in September. His Linkedin profile includes being a paralegal at the Stanislaus County District Attorneys Office and Legislative Intern at the California District Attorneys Association.

126 years later, EPD still dealing with "rowdies" and drunks

 

I did a post last January on how Eureka Police Department was formed and the 125 th anniversary. EPD Chief Steve Watson and his department are still dealing with "rowdies" and drunks. They are supposed to enforce the laws just like John Atcheson who was the only town marshall.

Atcheson did not have to deal with the current political climate and laws.

Jewel Frank wants your vote to be elected Yurok Vice Chairwoman

Jewel Frank was informed today Yurok Ballots have been sent out.

At her request, I am posting her 750 and 250.

John, a lot of people will be mad at you, they want to sweep it under the rug"

"John, a lot of people will be mad at you, they want to sweep it under the rug." Since when has people being pissed at me stopped me from reporting and providing information to the public.

On July 26, some of the local media reported that a 9 year old boy was found unresponsive in the Ingomar Club pool. Humboldt Bay Fire, Eureka Police Department and HCSO Chaplain responded to the medical emergency. The boy was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Did you hear anything about the incident after that initial post in the media? Any press release about the autopsy? Any information from the Ingomar?

Great choice HCSO for September employee of the month

HCSO September Employee of the Month is Deputy Danielle Vickman. Great choice HCSO. 

Convicted felon with 29 cases needs to go to prison again

 

Sixth  day of jury selection for frequently arrested, convicted felon Markis Shirley. Four cases are on calendar. Judge Christopher Wilson is presiding over the trial in one case; charges include robbery and assault. The rest are "trailing."

Man arrested for murder of his half brother

On 09-12-2021 at about 11:15 PM, Mendocino County Sheriff's Office Deputies were requested to conduct a welfare check in the 37000 block of North Highway 1 in Westport (California) concerning a threatening text message sent by Mark Schwinghammer to family members in the area.

Convicted sex offender's arraignment and bond status to be addressed at next court date

 

Convicted sex offender Von Keener was scheduled to be arraigned on information on September 8. His arraignment was continued to 9/22 and his bond status will be addressed at the same hearing. Keener waived time for his arraignment.

Former correctional deputy's jail contraband preliminary hearing continued again

On September 15, former correctional deputy Ricardo Aguirre Perez's jail contraband case was continued by all defense attorneys to 11/9/21. This is the second continuance requested by defense.

Defense asks DA to recuse office due to donation in local GOP vandalism case

 

Trial confirmation is scheduled for GOP vandalism suspect Michael Valls on September 21. A motion to recuse the Humboldt County District Attorney's office from the case also is scheduled  on the same day.

"Why don't you call the cops and tell them you are an asshole?"

(Daily verbal harassment and attacks bought to you by the Council of incompetence)

Location: A block from the jail. Two blocks from Eureka City Hall.

Who says call the police: Skank casing the door to an office downtown.  Needs her fix.

Why: The person working in their office opens the door to go home. Asks her, "What are you doing?"

Skank: Who are you?

Response: "I work here. This is my office."

Skank:  "Why don't you call the cops and tell them you are an asshole?"

Preliminary hearing for alleged child molestor who admitted sending lewd texts to 12 year old continued to address discovery issues

 

Alleged child molestor's preliminary hearing was rescheduled for September 7. Deputy Public Defender Wade Orbelian made an oral motion to continue . Deputy District Attorney Carolyn Schaffer did not object so motion was granted.

Alice in Wonderland or Humboldt Superior Court

Humboldt Superior Court is chaotic. There are currently two jury trials going on and the usual jammed court calendar with a lot of continuances and as usual, last minute rescheduling and changes.

Shortage of staff. Supervisors filing in. No one at the information room in payments/information on the second floor for two days and not even a sign or note.

The frontline staff and mid level supervisors still showing up to work are holding the place together but will never get the accolades they deserve.

One woman kept threatening people. The woman is a "regular" around town. 

Alleged molestor Dean Brown held to answer on 5 counts

Alleged molestor Dean Brown finally had his preliminary hearing. Brown was held to answer to all charges  except Count 6. Arraignment on information is on 9/21.

EPD investigating leads on boat filled with garbage dumped near Humboldt Bay

EPD notified that this boat was filled with garbage and dumped on Hilfiker near Humboldt Bay. EPD’s Community Safety Engagement Team (CSET) is pursuing leads on those responsible.  This is being investigated under Fish and Game Code (FGC) 5652 which is a felony.