Deputies Repair Bassett Mailbox Damaged in McKinleyville Pursuit

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This is a press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office. The information has not been proven in a court of law and any individuals described should be presumed innocent until proven guilty:

On 08-12-17, a HCSO Deputy was involved in a vehicle pursuit of a blue Ford Focus. The deputy pursued the vehicle through McKinleyville until it collided with a residence in the 1800 block of Fischer Road causing minor damage to the residence. After a short foot pursuit, the driver, Conte Watson who is on Post Release Community Supervision (PRCS) was arrested and taken into custody. He was transported to the Humboldt County Correctional Facility where he was booked for the following charges: VC2800.2(a) Evading a Peace Officer, PC 29800(a) 1 Felon in Possession of a Firearm, PC 30305(a)(1) Felon in Possession of Ammunition, PC 22210- Possession of a Billy Club. Watson was also booked on two local warrants for his arrest- Those charges included: Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Hit and Run, Terrorist Threats, and Domestic Battery. Watson’s bail has been set at $225,000

HCSO deputies later spoke with the homeowner, Melinda Perris whose mailbox was damaged by Watson. Perris advised deputies the mailbox was a gift from her late husband as they were an avid “Bassett Hound” family. Upon hearing this, Deputy Stallworth and Deputy Hwang collected the mailbox and made the necessary repairs. On 08-13-17, the mailbox was returned to Perris who was very appreciative of the deputies work. The HCSO would like to thank the McKinleyville Ace Hardware for their assistance in providing the materials to complete the repair. “Community taking care of Community.”

Anyone with information for the Sheriff’s Office regarding this case or related criminal activity is encouraged to call the Sheriff’s Office at 707-445-7251 or the Sheriff’s Office Tip line at 707-268-2539

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Big louie
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Big louie
6 years ago

Way to mack leos

Cowabunga
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Cowabunga
6 years ago

What a nice gesture!

Yo Mama
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Yo Mama
6 years ago

Hah! Good on ’em.. They Still misspelled “communities”…….

A
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A
6 years ago
Reply to  Yo Mama

I thought so at first, too, but re-read it. It only says “community” with a swirl. Not an “s” 🙂

Melinda
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Melinda
6 years ago

A special thank you to Deputy Stallworth and Deputy Hwang who brought a smile back to my face!

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6 years ago

Thats some pretty cool stuff right there! Very cool, actually.

This is newsworthy???
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This is newsworthy???
6 years ago

The cops sure are desperate for good press. Seriously.

Jayne Dough
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Jayne Dough
6 years ago
Reply to  Kym Kemp

I LOVE the good news tid-bits! there is too much crime and hate! Plus, it was a great story, her mailbox was fixed by the community, as she was an innocent victim! Kudos for the compassion!

This is newsworthy???
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This is newsworthy???
6 years ago
Reply to  Kym Kemp

cop porn, kym.

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6 years ago

That’s funny!!

shawn the fisherman
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shawn the fisherman
6 years ago

Nice to hear something that brings a smile. Thanx