Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office:

On May 22, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., deputies from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) Patrol Division responded to a report of suspicious circumstances at the Bear River Casino in Loleta, California.

Upon arrival, deputies coordinated with casino security personnel, who had detained Kevin John Murphy, age 50. An investigation revealed that Murphy allegedly exposed himself in a public area at the Pump and Play fuel station. Further inquiry confirmed that Murphy is a registered sex offender under California Penal Code 290, with a prior conviction for indecent exposure.

Murphy was arrested for violating the terms of his probation and for a new charge of indecent exposure. During a search incident to his arrest, deputies discovered a small quantity of suspected methamphetamine in his possession. Murphy was booked into the Humboldt County Correctional Facility on the following charges:

• PC 314.1 – Indecent Exposure with Prior Offense
• PC 1203.2 – Probation Violation
• H&S 11377(a) – Possession of a Controlled Substance

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. Receive HCSO news