Fortuna Police Department press release:

On Tuesday, July 12, 2022, the Fortuna Police Department received information from the Humboldt County District Attorneys’ office on 40-year-old, Eduardo Sanchez-Tapia. Sanchez-Tapia had an active and outstanding felony arrest warrant for two counts of Lewd and Lascivious Acts with a minor; under the age of 14 years old – California Penal Code § 288(a).

Eduardo Sanchez-Tapia | Fortuna Police Department

On Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at approximately 5 p.m., Fortuna Police located Eduardo Sanchez-Tapia in the 300 block of North Fortuna Boulevard. Sanchez-Tapia was immediately contacted and taken into custody without incident.

Sanchez-Tapia was transported to the Humboldt County Correctional Facility where he was booked on his outstanding felony warrant.

The Fortuna Police Department would like to thank the District Attorney’s Office for their assistance and information. The Fortuna Police Department remains committed to public safety and transparency.

Any questions regarding this incident can be directed to the Chief of Police, Casey J. Day at (707)-725-7550.