Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office:

On May 18, 2025, deputies from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) Patrol Division executed a search warrant at a residence in the 600 block of Montana Road, McKinleyville. The operation resulted in the arrest of four adults and the placement of two young children into protective custody.

Upon entering the residence, deputies found the home in a state of severe disrepair, with drug paraphernalia accessible to children. The two minors were promptly placed under the care of Child Welfare Services and subsequently released to a family member.

The following individuals were arrested and charged as follows:

Elizabeth Hayes, 46, of McKinleyville:

• PC 273a(a): Child abuse likely to cause great bodily injury or death
• H&S 11366: Maintaining a drug residence
• PC 12022.1: Committing a new felony while out on bail

Nicholas Arbuckle, 28, of McKinleyville:

• PC 273a(a): Child abuse likely to cause great bodily injury or death
• H&S 11365(a): Visiting a location where controlled substances are used
• PC 1203.2: Probation violation
• Multiple outstanding arrest warrants

Holly Carlson, 39, of McKinleyville:

• H&S 11365(a): Visiting a location where controlled substances are used

Patrick Rex, 42, of Arcata:

• H&S 11365(a): Visiting a location where controlled substances are used
• H&S 11364(a): Possession of drug paraphernalia
• PC 21310: Carrying a concealed dirk or dagger

The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to Problem-Oriented Policing and addressing community concerns related to public safety. We encourage residents to report issues involving problem properties in their neighborhoods. Your cooperation is vital to our efforts tomaintain safe and healthy communities.

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.