Press release from the California Highway Patrol:

On November 6, 2024, at approximately 3:17 AM, the California Highway Patrol Humboldt Area received a call of an injured male, lying within the southbound lanes of US-101, at the Greenlaw Vista Point (just north of Jordan Creek). Officers responded to the scene and located an adult male, identified as 23-year-old Max Wolfe of Fortuna, suffering from major injuries consistent with having been hit by a vehicle. Mr. Wolfe was transported by emergency medical personnel to Providence St. Joseph Hospital for treatment of his injuries.

The California Highway Patrol is continuing its investigation and is asking for the public’s help in identifying the involved vehicle. Anyone that may have information related to this investigation should call the Humboldt Area CHP Office at 707-822-5981 or the CHP Humboldt Communication Center’s non-emergency line at 707-268-2000. You can also email Humboldt_Area@chp.ca.gov with any information.