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The Fortuna Chamber of Commerce, the Fortuna Tourism Board and the City of Fortuna came together to promote the River Lodge Conference Center with this entertaining and fun LipDub Video. Celebrate with the Friendly City!
Fortuna, CA – Motorists who refuse to wear their seat belts – beware. The 2012 start-of-summer Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement mobilization kicks off May 21 to help save lives by cracking down on those who don’t... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – On May 16, 2012 at about 2:00am, officers responded to the 100 block of 12th Street in Fortuna for a report of a physical fight. Upon arrival, the involved subjects had fled the area.
While checking the... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – Officers from the Fortuna Police Department conducted a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint on Saturday May 12th 2011 in the 1300 block of Main Street.
As a result of this operation,
• Over 250 drivers were... Read on...
The Fortuna Police Department will be conducting a sobriety and driver’s license checkpoint on HSU Graduation Night, Saturday May 12, 2012. The checkpoint will begin at 9:00pm and run for several hours. Traffic flowing... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – On Saturday, April 21 the Coast Central Credit Union at the Bayshore Mall was robbed and the Eureka Police Department's Criminal Investigative Section developed probable cause showing 31-year-old Todd Wayne... Read on
FORTUNA, CA – On April 17th and 18th, the Fortuna Police Department brought the “Every 15 Minutes” Program to the Fortuna High School campus to educate the high school students about the dangers of drinking and driving.... Read on...
The Fortuna Police Department is releasing the names of the two officers involved in the Officer involved shooting at occurred on March 16th 2012. The officers are identified as Officer Maxwell Soeth and Sgt. Charles... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – The Fortuna Police Department received information from the Fairfield Police Department that Warren Herman Sloan III (age 40) of Fairfield was possibly in the Fortuna area. Sloan was wanted by the Fairfield... Read on...
Fortuna, CA - On March 16th 2012 at about 8:16 pm, Officers with the Fortuna Police Department responded to a residence in the 100 block of Basayo Village Court in Fortuna for a report of a wanted felon.
Officers... Read on...
Fortuna, CA - On March 16th 2012 at about 6:10 am, Officers with the Fortuna Police Department responded to the 1100 block of Angel Heights Drive in Fortuna in response to a call involving an unknown male subject believed... Read on...
******** Canceled ******** Checkpoint has been Canceled******FORTUNA, CA – The Fortuna Police Department will be conducting a sobriety and driver’s license checkpoint this St. Patrick’s Day (Saturday March 17, 2012).... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – The Fortuna Police Department conducted a DUI Saturation Patrol on Saturday March 11, 2012 as part of the city’s commitment to public safety. This DUI saturation patrol was one of many that have been or will be... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – On 03/11/2012 at approximately 1300 hours, a female caller phoned the Fortuna Police Department requesting that officers respond to her residence, located in the 1000 block of Loni Drive, for the report of a... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA –On 03/11/2012 at approximately 0700 hours, a female caller placed a 9-1-1 call to the Fortuna Police Department requesting that officers respond to the apartments at Basayo Village for the report of an... Read on...
On February, 28 2012 at approximately 1430 hours, Officer from the Fortuna Police Department responded to the 3300 block of Tami Court for the report of a Home invasion Robbery that had just occurred. Upon arrival at the... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – On February 25, 2012 in the early morning hours, Officers with the Fortuna Police Department and Rio Dell Police Department executed a search warrant on a building located in the 3900 block of Rohnerville Road... Read on...
An officer with the department observed two subjects engaged in suspicious behavior in the 2100 block of Jenny Lane. As the officer attempted to contact the subjects, they both fled on foot through the residential area.
Fortuna- On 2/16/12 at about 1222 hrs, Officers responded to the Fortuna High School for the report of a female student seen entering high school grounds in possession of a small firearm in her backpack.
Officers arrived... Read on...
The Fortuna Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying two subjects who used a stolen credit card at several locations throughout Humboldt County.
The crime occurred at the end of January and the... Read on...
On February 7, 2012, The Fortuna Police Department deployed several extra officers within the city under a special traffic enforcement grant. This operation was part of the department’s continued effort to lower the number... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – On Super Bowl Sunday, the Fortuna Police Department conducted a DUI saturation patrol in the City of Fortuna. This saturation patrol was conducted as part of the department’s ongoing efforts to make our... Read on...
Fortuna, CA – The Fortuna Police Department would like to congratulate both the Giants and the Patriots for making it to the Super Bowl “While I encourage everyone to have fun cheering their favorite team to victory, I... Read on...
Fortuna, CA - On January 25, 2012 at about 11:27 am, a frightened female resident in the 3100 block of College Ave. in Fortuna called the Fortuna Police Department reporting while armed with a handgun she averted a burglary... Read on...
Department releases the Winter 2012 Crime Prevention Newsletter
Fortuna, CA - On January 17, 2012 at about 11:03 am, a 57 year old man came to the front counter of the Fortuna Police Department holding the right side of his neck, which he was bleeding from. The man reported he had been... Read on...
Fortuna, CA – On January 9, 2012 at about 12:30am, an officer with the Fortuna Police Department was traveling on eastbound Kenmar Road in the area of Eel River Drive when he observed a vehicle traveling westbound in the... Read on...
On 01/07/2011 at approximately 1720 hours, Keith Rodney Matlock, 45, of Fortuna was located safely in the area of Shivley Road south of Scotia, CA. The Fortuna Police Department would like to thank the family and the... Read on...
The Fortuna Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Keith Rodney Matlock, 45, of Fortuna. Matlock was reported missing Saturday, January 7th, at 2:00 PM and was last seen by family on Thursday, January 5th... Read on...
On December 30, 2011 at about 8:13 pm, officers with the Fortuna Police Department responded to the Chevron Station (800 block of Main Street) for a report of subject acting disorderly. Upon arrival, officers were advised... Read on...
Fortuna, CA - On December 29, 2011 at approximately 4:20 PM, a detective with the Fortuna Police Department’s Investigation Unit received a tip from the Rio Dell Police Department that a wanted subject was currently within a... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – As you celebrate the holiday season enjoying traditions, food, family, and fun, be reminded that the Fortuna Police Department, together with police, sheriff, and CHP has been working during the holidays from... Read on...
Fortuna, CA - On December 21, 2011 at approximately 8:00pm, Fortuna Police Department Officer Brian Taylor was working uniformed patrol in the area of the Chevron Gas Station (875 Main Street) when he contacted a male... Read on...
Fortuna, CA - On December 22, 2011 at about 8:30pm, The Fortuna Police Department received a report of a juvenile who had been missing since about 3:00pm.
Friends and family reported that 14 year old Kevin Tommila Jr.... Read on...
*** Update *** Units are currently in verbal contact with the missing juvenile and are currently evaluating the area and how to gain access to the minor.
Fortuna, CA - On December 22, 2011 at about 8:30pm, The Fortuna... Read on...
On December 10, 2011 at about 12:30pm, officers with the Fortuna Police Department responded to the 3000 block of Church Street (City of Fortuna) to conduct a probation search on one of the residents.
Upon arrival,... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – On November 16, 2011 at approximately 1300 hours, a detective with the Fortuna Police Departments’ Investigation Unit and an officer with the Rio Dell Police Department conducted a parole search on North... Read on...
On November 12th 2011, in response to an ongoing investigation, officers from the Fortuna Police Department served a search warrant at an apartment located in the 100 Blk of 12th Street. This investigation was started after... Read on...
Fortuna Police Department has been awarded a new traffic safety grant for a year-long program aimed at preventing deaths and injuries on our roadways. The $30,000.00 grant awarded by the Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to... Read on...
On October 30, 2011 at 5:30pm, Officers with the Fortuna Police Department responded to the Rohnerville Catholic Cemetery (1715 Rohnerville Road) for a report of two subjects vandalizing several areas of the cemetery. ... Read on...
Fortuna, CA- On October 9, 2011 at approximately 6:50AM, Officers with the Fortuna Police Department received a broadcast of a stolen vehicle which had been stolen in the Eureka Area. Officers began looking for the vehicle... Read on...
Fortuna, CA - The Fortuna Police Department is currently investigating a burglary which occurred at a local fire station.
On September 13th 2011 at about 4:00am, a suspect entered the fire department located within the... Read on...
UPDATED INFORMATION
WeTip Crime Line Proves Successful In Recovering Stolen Computers From Commercial Burglary In Fortuna.
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FORTUNA, CA – On Wednesday, September 28, 2011 at approximately 7:50 am Fortuna Police Department officers responded to the 900 block of Fortuna Blvd in Fortuna for a report of a vehicle verses bicyclist traffic collision... Read on...
The Fortuna Police Department will be hosting a Disaster Preparedness Fair on October 1st 2011. This will take place on 11th Street near Fortuna City Hall/PD
On September 24th 2011, Officers with the Fortuna Police Department responded to the 200 block of Sunnybrook Drive for a residential burglary.
During the investigation, it was determined that the burglary had occurred... Read on...
Fortuna, CA - On September 24th 2011 at about 7:00 am, Officers with the Fortuna Police Department responded to Commercial Burglary that occurred in the 100 Block of 12th Street in Fortuna. During the investigation, it was... Read on...
The Fortuna Police Department conducted a sobriety and drivers license checkpoint on Friday, September 9, 2011. This checkpoint was conducted in the 500 block of South Fortuna Boulevard.
The purpose of the checkpoint... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – Officers from the Fortuna Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint to crack down on drunk driving in the city’s ongoing effort to improve traffic safety, save lives and prevent... Read on...
On 9/4/2011 at approximately 1726 hours, Officers with the Fortuna Police Department working on a tip received from WeTIP, responded to the area of 2025 Jenny Lane to attempt to apprehend a wanted Parolee, and high risk sex... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – On Saturday, August 27, 2011 Fortuna Police Department officers conducted a Special DUI Stakeout Operation, designed to make our roadways safer and apprehend repeat DUI Offenders and those driving on a... Read on...
On August 24, 2011 Fortuna Police Department received a report of a commercial burglary that occurred in the 1100 block of Main Street in Fortuna. Suspect(s) entered the business sometime after closing in the evening hours.... Read on...
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On August 14th 2011, Officers with the Fortuna Police Department arrested two individuals in the 1000 block of Loni Drive on drug related charges.
While on patrol, officers contacted 24 year old Eureka resident, Gustavo... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – The Fortuna Police Department conducted a DUI / Driver’s License Checkpoint on Wednesday August 10th 2011 as part of the department’s commitment to making our roadways safer. The checkpoint was conducted in... Read on...
The Fortuna Police Department has been named a First Place winner of the prestigious California Law Enforcement Challenge Award. This award is sponsored by the California Highway Patrol in partnership with the International... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – On August 5th 2011, Officers with the Fortuna Police Department served a search warrant in the 2300 block of School Street.
During the search of the residence, officer’s located approximately six pounds of... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – The Fortuna Police Department is joining law enforcement across the State of California by participating in “Purple Ribbon Month”.
August has been designated “Purple Ribbon Month,” to raise awareness and... Read on...
On July 30th 2011, in response to neighbor complaints, officers from the Fortuna Police Department served a search warrant in the 1600 block of Thelma Street in Fortuna where an illegal marijuana cultivation operation was... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – During the month of July Officers from the Fortuna Police Department conducted special DUI enforcement operations consisting of five DUI Saturation Patrols and one Stakeout Operation during summer events in... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – On July 24th 2011 at about 9:30 pm, Officers with the Fortuna Police Department responded to a residence in the 4200 block of Loop Road for a Burglary report. The victims reported that they had arrived home to... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – Officers from the Fortuna Police Department will be conducting special DUI saturation patrols on Friday night, July 22, 2011 and Saturday night, July 23, 2011 to crack down on drunk driving in the city’s... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – Officers from the Fortuna Police Department will be conducting special DUI saturation patrols on Friday night, July 15, 2011 and Saturday night, July 16, 2011 to crack down on drunk driving in the city’s... Read on...
The City of Fortuna will hold a promotion ceremony on July 21st 2011 at 2 PM in the Fortuna City Hall Council Chambers to celebrate the following promotions: • Lieutenant William Dobberstein will be promoted to Chief of... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – The Fortuna Police Department and Fortuna Fire Department would like to remind citizens that the possession or use of dangerous fireworks in the City of Fortuna or within the Fortuna Fire Protection District... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – Officers from the Fortuna Police Department conducted special DUI enforcement operation consisting of a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint on Friday June 24th in the 600 block of Main Street in Fortuna.
As a... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – Officers from the Fortuna Police Department will be conducting a special DUI enforcement saturation patrol this Fourth of July weekend to crack down on drunk driving in the city’s ongoing effort to improve... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – Officers from the Fortuna Police Department will be conducting a special DUI enforcement saturation patrol this graduation weekend to crack down on drunk driving in the city’s ongoing effort to improve traffic... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – Officers from the Fortuna Police Department conducted special DUI enforcement operations consisting of a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint on Friday May 27th in the 1300 block of Main Street and DUI saturation... Read on...
On 05/29/2011 at approximately 0820 hours, officers with the Fortuna Police Department responded to a residence located in the 3000 block of Clifton Way for the report of a home invasion involving a firearm and a baseball... Read on...
FORTUNA, CA – Officers from the Fortuna Police Department will be conducting a special DUI enforcement saturation patrol this Memorial Day weekend to crack down on drunk driving in the city’s ongoing effort to improve... Read on...
The Parks & Recreation Office is open during construction. We are having sidewalks put in. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you.
Current News Release for Fortuna Parks & Recreation for April - May.