News Flash

HCSO warns of common phone scam targeting local residents

The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office has recently received several reports of a common phone scam circulating again around the community.

As part of this scam, the caller ID appears to be from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office. The s...

Newly formed Auxiliary Communications Team to assist county during emergencies

During a local emergency or natural disaster, communication is a priority to keep our community safe. But how do you communicate safety information when power is out and cell towers are down? A group of local radio enthusiasts have teamed up to answer the...

Drug smuggling arrest

In February of 2021, the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office received information that a correctional deputy was involved in the smuggling of contraband into the Humboldt County Correctional Facility on behalf of inmates. The Humboldt County Drug T...