Press release from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office:

On July 30, 2026, at approximately 3:00 p.m., Jake Jakubowski was last seen leaving the Mountain of Mercy facility in the Mattole area. Staff reported that he left the property on foot, and his current whereabouts are unknown.

Jake is described as a White male adult, approximately 6 feet 3 inches to 6 feet 4 inches tall, weighing 150 to 160 pounds, with blonde hair and blue eyes. He has a large port-wine birthmark on his right arm. He has no other known distinguishing scars, marks, or tattoos.

Jake has a reported medical condition that may affect his perception, judgment, or ability to safely care for himself, making him an at-risk missing person. Out of respect for his privacy, no additional medical information is being released. Please see the attached Missing Person flyer for additional information. Humboldt County Sheriff’s deputies are currently canvassing the area in an attempt to locate Mr. Jakubowski.

Anyone who has seen Jake or has information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office immediately at (707) 445-7251.