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Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office:

On September 28, 2025, at approximately 2:06 p.m., a Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputy was dispatched to the 100 block of Wagon Jack Lane in Arcata to investigate a reported burglary.

The victim reported the theft of two items from their garage:

• A fully restored 1938 Chevron gas pump, valued at approximately $3,500 (Pictured below)
• An older model Miller brand welding machine, estimated to be valued between $10,000 and $32,000.

The stolen gas pump is a unique, vintage item that may be recognizable if resold or displayed. Deputies are asking anyone who may have encountered such an item in recent months to come forward. This case is especially meaningful as the victim’s late husband had cared deeply for these items. We encourage the public’s help in locating these items to bring justice to the family.

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, referencing case number 202504388.