A dispatcher is now advising deputies on scene that the victim was pronounced dead at the hospital

The shooting incident was initially dispatched as an unwanted subject that was possibly attempting to force entry into a home. While deputies were responding, it was reported that the individual in the home had shot the individual who was reported to be the unwanted subject. It sounds as though the individuals involved were known to each other. These are unconfirmed, initial reports. Deputies are currently on scene investigating.

The victim is being transported to the hospital by Arcata Ambulance with firefighters from Arcata Engine 8219 on board to assist. 8219 is out of service and responding to the hospital to retrieve its firefighters

McKinleyville Gunshot Victim: Windy Rd cross of Mckinleyville Ave for a report of an individual shot in the abdomen with a pistol. HCSO is now on scene with a confirmed gunshot victim. Fire and medical are also arriving at scene.