Friday, May 30, 2025, Local News

Story No. 1

Law enforcement agencies around the region are looking for a Crescent City son and father suspected of being involved in a Wednesday night shooting in the Safeway parking lot.

Russell Walters Jr., allegedly fired numerous gunshots at a group of people before fleeing the scene, reportedly with his father, Russell Walters Sr. The scene was caught on video tape and widely shared on social media. One individual was believed to have been hit. That person was in serious condition in an out-of-the-area hospital.

Thursday afternoon, the Crescent City Police Department arrested Joshua Roberts, age 32. C-C-P-D stated Roberts picked up the Walters and drove them out of Crescent City. Roberts is on parole and during a search several weapons and substantial ammunition was recovered. Anyone with any information regarding the case should call 707-464-4191.

In other news:

• The annual Forest Moon Festival kicks off tonight in Crescent City and continues all weekend. The event celebrates the Star Wars movie “Return Of The Jedi” that will filmed in Del Norte County. The highlight tonight is a screening of the film in Beachfront Park, with fun starting at 6 p.m. and the movie rolling at 8:30 p.m. Check out the Crescent City/Del Norte County Chamber of Commence website for a complete schedule.
• Del Norte County honored George Pettit this week for his  lifelong service to the community. Pettit was a four-decade member of the search and rescue team, and was a 50-year volunteer firefighter. The Del Norte County Board of Supervisors officially recognized Pettit’s efforts and dedication.   
• The Del Norte High Theater Department presents its spring production, “Ride The Cyclone” starting tonight in the school’s multipurpose room. The musical comedy will begin at 7 p.m. tonight and Saturday, with a 2 p.m. Sunday matinee. The same schedule is set for next week. General admission is $12, $8 for senior citizens, students and veterans at the door.