UPDATE, 3:33 p.m.:

“Mr. Wilburn was located and in good health,” the Sheriff’s Office writes. “We are currently providing assistance and will be clearing the scene shortly.”

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Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office:

Wilburn.

On July 22, 2025, at approximately 11:55 a.m., deputies from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) responded to the area of the Eagle Prairie Bridge, Rio Dell, for the report of a missing person.

Through their investigation, it has been determined that William Andrew Wilburn (age 59) fled from personnel with the Rio Dell Volunteer Fire Department after they were attempting to provide aid.

Wilburn is described as white male adult, 5’9”, 200 lbs., bald, with blue eyes (see attached photograph). Wilburn was last seen wearing black pants, a black vest, and carrying a red milk crate.

HCSO Search and Rescue, Boating Units, and Drone Teams are actively in the area. If you happen to see Mr. Wilburn, please contact HCSO immediately at 707-445-7251.