Old Briceland Road Death Believed to Be Suicide, Says Sheriff’s Department
Press release from The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Department:
On November 11th, 2022, at approximately 3:40 pm, Humboldt County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to the 5400 block of Old Briceland Road for the report of a male gunshot victim. Southern Humboldt Deputies responded, along with fire and medical personnel. The subject, a 45 year old Fortuna man, was declared deceased at the scene.
Due to the unknown circumstances surrounding the death, the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Division was dispatched to respond and conduct an investigation. During this time, vehicle traffic on Old Briceland Road was diverted, with the assistance of the California Highway Patrol and Humboldt County Public Works. In the course of the investigation, the death was determined to be an apparent suicide.
There is no perceived threat to the community at this time.
The male’s identity is being withheld pending next of kin notification.
Anyone with information about this case or related criminal activity is encouraged to call the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office at (707) 445-7251 or the Sheriff’s Office Crime Tip line at (707) 268-2539.
Helpful information from the Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS):
Community members are…welcome to join Humboldt County Suicide Prevention Network or sign-up for the . SPN meets bi-monthly via Zoom.
If you are concerned for yourself or someone else, know you are not alone, suicide is preventable and help is available. If you need someone to talk to, contact any of these 24-hour hotlines:
- Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988, press 1 for Veterans. Ayuda en Español: 988.
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- Humboldt County DHHS Behavioral Health: 24-hr Behavioral Health Crisis Line 707-445-7715 or toll-free 888-849-5728
Additional support can be found by exploring an expanded list of resources, click here for an English list and here for a Spanish list.
Earlier:
- Emergency Personnel Responding to Possible Gunshot Victim on Old Briceland Road
- Out of Area Hunter Was Off Duty Officer First at Scene of Death on Old Briceland Road Yesterday
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My heart goes out to his family and friends. I wish I didn’t know your pain. This is the worst way to lose a loved one. And I’m so very sorry to all involved. My heart literally is breaking for you. Well, it was already broken, however, these tears are for your loved one. May the universe comfort you all in the most loving way. Please be kind to yourselves.
We had a suicide on our mountain 2 weeks ago. I fear z these aren’t isolated incidents but a result of the economic collapse of the rural county, inflation, housing shortage and the rising fentanyl epidemic. I truly hope the powers that be, the Board of Supervisors, County Health Department, and Planning Department are aware of this depression we are headed towards and do not add to it with unnecessary Code Enforcement and other actions that threaten peoples last refuge, their homes.
They dont care
A forlorn hope, Jeffersonion is correct. Those folks have a guaranteed $100k a year and no understanding or empathy
I will for ever Love Lewis as my very close friend, for years. We don’t always know until it’s over. See You up there❣
Are we thinking the same Lewis? Cos I feel like it’s 2 stories
Not Lewis.
A gunshot suicide without a gun. Shooters in the area were cops who found the weaponless gunshot suicide.
To serve and protect.
The article did not say it was a shotgun or what gun was found. Your comment makes it look like the police officers killed him. How about a prayer for his family and friends instead please.
HCSO pretty quick to conclude suicide when first article said no gun and:
The emergency dispatcher stated, “He’s reporting he’s unsure where the firearm is. States that it does not look self-inflicted but appears to it was made that way.” Presumably, the “he” that the dispatcher is referring to would be the off-duty Alameda Police officer who was the reporting party.
So very sad. My heartfelt condolences to the family and other loved ones of the deceased. Your pain is unknowable, all we can do is offer our sympathies and support. But know that we care.
Unbelievable! Someone make it stop! All you prayer warriors, please pray. May the universe protect us all from the depths of despair that so many of us are feeling. I can’t believe I would lose my son to this and now his best friend! This is just horrific!
Sending a huge load of prayers to you Athena. I am very sorry for the loss of your son, and yes, it is horrific. I pray that this will stop, but I am not sure if it ever will. God Bless you.
Thank you so much Martin.
So very sad to read of his death. My condolences to his family and friends. My he forever RIP.