By admin 
Press release from the Humboldt Cunty Sheriff’s Office:
On Thursday, October 24 at approximately 7:00 PM, Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies responded to the report of a robbery at Smug’s Pizza on the 2700 block of Central Ave. in McKinleyville.
Employees reported the incident shortly after it occurred, and emergency services in the area responded immediately. According to the employees, the suspect entered the market brandishing a knife and demanded that the cash register be opened for him, to which the employees complied. The suspect then reached into the drawer and took money from the cash register before fleeing on foot; he was last seen in the area of Reasor Rd. Officers arrived on scene to search for the suspect within minutes of the 911 call, but were unable to locate a person matching the description provided.
The suspect is described as a Hispanic adult male with dark skin and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black ski mask, a red and black plaid hooded sweatshirt and pants (unknown color). If anyone has any information about this crime or a possible suspect, they should contact HCSO.
This case is still under investigation.
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.