Yesterday, charges were filed by the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) in the case of the Alderpoint man, Harold Drummond, who was initially reported to have accidentally shot a woman while cleaning a firearm on May 24. The woman was flown to an out of the area hospital for treatment. Drummond was arrested at the time on an unrelated warrant.

According to a HCSO press release, “Drummond is currently being held on the following charges: Convicted Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Convicted Felon in Possession of Ammunition, and Negligent Discharge of a Firearm. Drummond’s bail amount is set at $100,000.”

The Sheriff’s Office asks that if anyone has information about the case related criminal activity they call 707-445-7251 or the Sheriff’s Office Crime Tip line at 707-268-2539.

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