According to information from the Humboldt County Public Information Office, dated Oct. 4, 2012:
The County of Humboldt is asking property owners to wait until they receive their corrected yellow tax bill to pay their taxes. Due to an error, property tax bills with incorrect information were sent out last week. Therefore, the corrected yellow versions will be mailed out by the end of this month. The original tax bills display incorrect rates for school bonds, and the new bills correct that error. The County anticipates that the difference between the two bills will be very small in the vast majority of these cases. But as required by law the County must ensure accuracy in all tax bills sent to property owners. These corrected bills satisfy that requirement.
Any payments already made toward your 2012-2013 year will be accepted. If you have already made both installment payments, and the corrected amount is less than what you have already paid, a refund will be mailed to you. If you have paid the first installment only, and the corrected amount is different than what you have already paid, your second installment will be adjusted accordingly. If you have not yet sent in any payments for this year, please wait until you receive your corrected tax bill to begin payment.
Due dates have not and will not change. They remain the same as previous years. The due date will continue to be Nov. 1, 2012 and payments received, or postmarked, after Dec. 10, 2012 will be considered delinquent. “We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused Humboldt County taxpayers. We are moving as quickly as possible to correct the situation and to ensure this does not happen again,” said Auditor-Controller Joe Mellett. “Customer service and being easy to do business with remain our top priorities.”
Update - Oct. 5, 2012
According to a Trinity County Sheriff’s Office press release, dated Oct. 5, 2012:
On October 5, 2012, Trinity County Sheriff’s Office along with Shasta County Sheriff’s Office and Redding Police Department served two search warrants related to the murder of Dean Compton that occurred on October 1, 2012 in Hyampom, CA. The search warrants were served at Riley Wilson’s residence in Shasta Lake, CA and Shawn Bradley’s residence in Redding, CA. Both suspects were interviewed by Investigators and made admissions as to their involvement.
The investigation is ongoing and further details will be released at a later time.
The photo below shows suspect Riley Wilson; Shawn Bradley’s booking was not available at the time of this post.
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According to a press release from the Trinity County Sheriff’s Office, dated Oct. 4, 2012:
On October 1, 2012 at approximately 7:30 pm the Trinity County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call that there was a reported shooting at the Dean Compton residence in Hyampom. Upon the Deputies arrival the victim, Dean Compton was found deceased in the roadway leading to the residence.
According to witness statements, Dean Compton and his wife Maria Compton were in two separate vehicles driving to their residence. When they got to the front gate of their residence Dean Compton left his vehicle to open the gate. While Dean was walking back to his vehicle Maria heard yelling and noticed a subject with Dean Compton. Shortly after hearing and seeing the subject with Dean, Maria heard gunshots and drove off in her vehicle. As Maria drove away she heard rounds hitting her vehicle. Maria drove to a neighbor’s house where the 911 call was placed.
On October 2, 2012, Trinity County Sheriff’s Office along with Redding Police Department and Shasta County Sheriff’s Office served a search warrant at the house of Brandon Trammel in Redding, CA. Trammel was questioned by Investigators and has been arrested. The investigation is ongoing and further details will be released at a later time.
The photo below shows suspect Brandon Trammel
The "A-balloon" on map below shows the location of Hyampom, California in Trinity County
Update- Oct. 16, 2012
According to a press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office, dated Oct. 16, 2012:
On 10-16-2012, approximately 7:00 am the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office was notified by the Humboldt County Coroners Office that Daniel Mashburn, 47 years old, the victim of a shooting by suspect Jack Belk on 10-2-2012 had succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital. After Humboldt County Sheriff’s Detectives consulted with the Humboldt County District Attorneys Office, Belk was booked on the charge of murder at approximately 11:00 a.m. today. His bail is now set at one million dollars. The autopsy is scheduled in Eureka for this Sunday, 10-21-2012.
The Humboldt County Sheriff's Office is asking that anyone with information about this case to call them at 707 445-7251 or call the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office Crime tip Line at: 707 268-2539.
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According to a Humboldt County Sheriff's Office press release, dated Oct. 3, 2012:
On 10-2-12 at about 10:25 P.M., Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to a reported shooting on Redwood Drive just north of Redway. When deputies arrived they located the victim who had been shot two times. The victim was identified as Daniel Mashburn, transient, age 46. Mashburn told deputies he had been walking in the area of Redwood Drive with his girlfriend when they were confronted by the suspect and an argument ensued. The argument escalated and the suspect drew a handgun and shot Mashburn two times. Afterwards the suspect, who Mashburn did not know, fled. Mashburn and his girlfriend provided deputies and California Highway Patrol Officers, who had arrived to assist, with a description of the suspect.
At about 11:00 P.M. a subject matching the description was located by the Highway Patrol. The subject was later positively identified as the suspect. The suspect was identified as Jack Belk, age 53, of Charlotte N.C. Deputies also located the firearm. What instigated the confrontation is still under investigation. Belk was arrested and booked into the Humboldt County Correctional Facility for Attempted Murder. Bail is set at $500,000. Mashburn is still hospitalized and listed in critical condition.
Anyone with information for the Sheriffs Office regarding this case or related criminal activity encouraged to call the Sheriffs Office at 707-445-7251 or the Sheriffs Office Crime Tip line at 707-268-2539.
Use the player below to hear a report on this incident and interview with Sgt. Kevin Miller of the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office aired by KMUD News Coordinator, Terri Klemetson, on the KMUD Local News, Wed., Oct 3, 2012
Photo below shows suspect, Jack Belk
According to a Humboldt County Sheriff's Office press release, dated Oct. 3, 2012:
On 10/1/12 at about 6:50 A.M., deputies were dispatched to the Mad River Hospital for a reported self-inflicted gunshot victim. The victim, whose name is not being released at this time, is described as a white male, age 30, of Crescent City. The victim initially told deputies he was bear hunting in the Bald Hill’s area of Humboldt County when he accidently discharged his shotgun, striking himself in both legs. With the help of a friend, who was also hunting, the victim was transported to the Bald Hill’s Cal Fire Station on Bald Hills Road and an ambulance responded, transporting him to the hospital. The victims injuries are non-life threatening.
Several hours later, the victim contacted the sheriff’s office a second time and recanted his initial statement. The victim told deputies he works at a marijuana growing operation off Johnson Road and was gone from the site for several days. He returned on the above date and time and entered the grow site where he was confronted by several people. One of the people shot the victim.
On 10/2/12 at about 2:00 P.M., investigator’s responded to the area of the shooting and searched for evidence. Evidence of a marijuana growing operation was located along with evidence supporting some of the victim’s statements. Investigator’s also interviewed several persons of interest in the area. This investigation is still on-going. No arrests have been made. Further information will be released as it becomes available.
Anyone with information for the Sheriffs Office regarding this case or related criminal activity is encouraged to call the Sheriffs Office at 707-445-7251 or the Sheriffs Office Crime Tip line at 707-268-2539.
News Coordinator, Terri Klemetson, contacted Sgt. Kevin Miller of the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office and gave this report which aired on the KMUD Local News Wed., Oct. 3, 2012.
Final Update on Flynn Fire - Oct. 4, 2012 @ 6 pm:
The revised area of burn is now at 195 acres with 100% containment. Damage reports include: 1 injury, 1 residence and 9 outbuildings destroyed. Currently firefighters are conducting mop-up & patrol operations and demobilizing resources.
Previous Update on the Flynn Fire as of Oct. 2, 2012 at 6:30 pm - information taken from the Cal Fire incident information web page:
The Flynn Fire, located at Flynn Creek Rd. and Comptche Ukiah Rd, near the community of Comptche, in Mendocino County, began Oct. 1 at around 2:20 pm and has now burned 200 acres and destroyed 5 structures. It is presently 50% contained.
Additional information from a Cal Fire press release, dated Oct. 2 at 8 am, indicated that 20 structures were considered to be still threatened by the fire and listed the current situation as follows: "Fire is burning to the east into commercial timber property. Fire behavior is moderate to extreme with poor relative humidity recovery. Crews continue to construct, improve containment line & begin mop-up efforts."
For more information call the Flynn Fire Information Line at: (707) 456-1810.
Photos below are courtesy of Cal Fire.
Typical of this time of year in SoHum, as the peak summer temperatures begin to fall, the tension surrounding the "traveling population" rises. An example occured last Thursday, Sept. 27, 2012 when Humboldt County Sheriff's deputies resonded to a call reporting a fight in progress in the area of the Veteran's Park in Garberville, resulting in three arrests and two wounded deputies. Click here for that story.
Today, Tues., Oct. 2, Humboldt County sheriff deputies conducted a sweep of encampments through Redway and Garberville. Use the player below to hear the KMUD Local News report aired this evening by Cynthia Elkins, KMUD News Coordinator.
Photo by Cynthia Elkins
Update Oct. 2, 2012
As reported by Cynthia Elkins on KMUD Local News for Tues., Oct. 2, 2012:
"KMUD news reported yesterday that neighbors believed two men killed in a structure fire in Potter Valley this weekend were an elderly father and his mentally disabled son. The Mendocino County Sherriff’s office confirmed that today, officially releasing the names of the two men. Earle McDaniel was 87 years old. His son Wesley McDaniel was 55. Firefighters say the mobile home was engulfed in flames too quickly to rescue the men. Two adults and three children reportedly were locked in the yard behind a gate without a key, getting out with the aid of firefighters just before propane tanks began exploding around the property. Police believe the nature of the fire is suspicious but they have not released further details of their investigation at this point."
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According to a press release from the Mendocino County Sheriff's Office, dated Sept. 29, 2012:
On 9-29-2012 at approximately 8:10 AM, Mendocino County Sheriff's Deputies and California Highway Officers were dispatched to the listed location to assist Potter Valley and Cal Fire in regards to a fully engulfed residential fire. On arrival, deputies learned that family members had vacated the residence during the fire, but possibly two victims remained inside and were unaccounted for. Deputies then contacted detectives who responded to the location. During the fire investigation, two victims were located inside the burnt structure.
Mendocino County Detectives along with Cal Fire Investigators are continuing the investigation into the cause and origin of the fire along with identifying the two deceased victims. Further information will be released in the coming week.
Use the player below to hear the report on this incident aired on Mon. Oct. 1, 2012 by KMUD News Coordinator, Cynthia Elkins.
According to a press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office, dated Sept. 28, 2012:
On 09-27-2012, approximately 2:45 p.m., Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a fight in progress in the area of Veterans Parks, the corner of Redwood Drive and Thomas Lane, Garberville. Two deputies responded to the scene arriving a few minutes later. Upon arriving at the scene a citizen pointed out a male walking northbound through the park, indicating he was the suspect causing the disturbance. Deputies saw the suspect, later identified as Justin Dalton Jones, 20 years old from Whittman, Arizona walking away from them quickly. Jones was yelling incoherently and walking into and across traffic on Redwood Drive, Garberville with no regard to traffic which had to stop suddenly to avoid hitting Jones. Deputies chased after Jones who walked onto a large concrete porch area of the Tiger Lily Bookstore, Redwood Drive, Garberville.
The deputies followed Jones into the patio area of the book store where they contacted him. Jones showed obvious signs of being under the influence of a controlled substance. Deputies attempted to calm Jones down, who was very agitated, was clenching his fists and was yelling unintelligibly words while pacing back and forth. When they thought they had calmed him down enough to take him into custody a deputy reached out and grabbed Jones’ arm attempting to arrest him for being under the influence. Jones immediately pulled his arm away and began flailing both his arms, and charged the second deputy. The second deputy deployed a Taser on Jones, but the Taser had no effect. Jones continued to charge the second deputy and attacked him. Jones attempted to grab and pull the Taser away from the second deputy. Jones was tackled by the first deputy and both deputies and Jones went to the ground. They again attempted to Taser Jones, which still did not work. Deputies were finally able to place one handcuff on Jones who continued to fight with them. Jones then turned onto his back and grabbed one of the deputies in a bear hug fashion. Jones, who was wearing heavy boots, was kicking the other deputy in the chest and face. The citizen who initially pointed out Jones as the one causing the disturbance came to the deputy’s aid by holding Jones feet. This allowed the deputy not being held in a bear hug to access his portable radio and call for emergency backup. Another citizen also came to the deputies’ aid, and grabbed Jones around the neck in a choke hold fashion.
Jones girlfriend, Marie Burkhart, 21 years old from Costa Mesa , California, who was nearby watching came to Jones aid and started attacking the citizen who was holding Jones by the neck, trying to get him to let go of the one deputy. With assistance of the two citizens, the deputies were finally able to handcuff Jones. Four California Highway Patrol Cars arrived on scene about this time to assist. Burkhart was then arrested by one of the deputies with the assistance of a California Highway Patrol Officer for interfering with a police officer and being under influence of a controlled substance. She also resisted arrest when they attempted to take her into custody.
Meantime a crowd of nearly 40 people had gathered to watch what was occurring, and one subject in the crowd, identified as Robert Dale Irwin, 24 years old from San Jose, Ca. was taken into custody the California Highway Patrol on scene for attempting incite a riot and obstructing a police officer.
Both deputies received abrasions from the fight, but did not require medical treatment. Jones was transported to Redwood Memorial Hospital where he was medically cleared and treated for a small cut. He was then transported and booked into the Humboldt County Correctional Facility for assaulting a police officer, resisting arrest and being under the influence of a controlled substance. Jones admitted to ingesting LSD and told the deputies Burkhart also ingested LSD. Jones bail was set at $25,000.00. Burkhart was also booked into the Humboldt County Correctional Facility. She was released on her own recognizance.
Anyone with information for the Sheriffs Office regarding this case or related criminal activity is encouraged to call the Sheriffs Office at 707-445-7251 or the Sheriffs Office Crime Tip line at 707-268-2539.
Tune in to the Friday, Sept. 28, 2012 edition of the KMUD Local News at 6 pm for more information on this incident.
The photo to the left shows an injured Deputy and to the right shows suspect, Justin Dalton Jones.
The photos below show suspects Marie Burkhart on the left and Robert Dale Irwin on the right.
According to a press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office, dated Sept. 28, 2012:
On 09-28-2012, approximately 1:30 a.m., Humboldt County Sheriff’s Deputies patrolling the Willow Creek area contacted the occupant of the a green Mercury Mountaineer with Michigan license plates which was blocking the roadway on Highway 29 near Burwood Drive. When the deputies ran a license plate check via dispatch, they were advised by the dispatcher the vehicle was associated with a wanted fugitive from Kalamazoo, Michigan. Deputies contacted the occupant that was sleeping in the back seat of the vehicle and they smelled the odor of alcoholic beverages. The occupant was identified as Keith Chapman, 21 years old, a transient. Chapman admitted to drinking alcoholic beverages and smoking marijuana, was taken into custody for public intoxication. Keith was not the wanted person; it was his twin brother Kevin Chapman, 21 years also from Kalamazoo, Michigan.
While taking Keith into custody, two males walked up to the deputies. They were identified as Kevin Chapman21 years old, a transient, and Joseph Taylor Swander, 20 years old, a transient. Kevin was arrested on an outstanding felony warrant for Arson issued by the 8th District Court, Kalamazoo, Michigan. A warrant check on Swander, revealed he was also wanted by Kalamazoo for manufacturing marijuana. He was also arrested. All three were transported and booked into the Humboldt County Correctional Facility. Keith was booked and released. Swander and Kevin are being held without bail awaiting extradition.
Kevin Chapman wanted for an outstanding felony warrant for Arson issued by the 8th District Court, Kalamazoo, Michigan
Shown below on the left is Keith Chapman and on the right, Joseph Taylor Swander
Update: According to a Humboldt County Sheriff's Office press release, dated Sept. 29, 2012:
On Sept. 29, 2012, at around 3:45 PM Deputies located Jerry Corriea in the 3400 block of Chezem Road near Highway 299. Corriea was taken into custody without incident. Subsequently, Corria was returned to the custody of the Humboldt County Correctional Facility with a new charge of 4532 PC – escape from custody.
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According to a press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office, dated Sept. 27, 2012:
On 09-27-2012, approximately 11:45 a.m a Humboldt County Correctional Facility Cal Trans Inmate work crew was working on Highway 299 near mile post 26, when inmate Jerry Merril Corriea , 29 years old, from Redding, fled on foot. Corriea was in custody on a California State Parole violation and was sentenced to 120 days in jail for that violation. Corriea was on parole out of Redding for a burglary conviction. Deputies checked the area for Corriea, but were unable to locate him. A statewide Be-On-the Lookout to law enforcement was broadcast for Corriea who is now wanted for escape from custody.
He is further described as: Native American male, 5’ 9” tall, brown eyes, brown hair, 200 lbs, short crew cut hair and a mustache. He has tattoos of a claw on his right cheek, the name “Jerry” and “ Bear” tattooed on his fingers, and a tattoo on the left side of his neck. He is possibly enroute the Orleans area of Humboldt County. He was last seen wearing a Blue shirt, white T-shirt, blue Jeans and black work boots.
Anyone with information for the Sheriff's Office regarding this case or related criminal activity is encouraged to call the Sheriffs Office at 707-445-7251 or the Sheriffs Office Crime Tip line at 707-268-2539.
Wanted: Jerry Merril Corriea:
