[UPDATE | June 27]
The Eureka Police Department released new information Monday about Saturday's incident that prompted a large SWAT response in Eureka.
Three possible suspects were located and detained in Trinity County, however the investigation was still ongoing.
No arrests had yet been reported by authorities, who said it was an "active and dynamic investigation."
The following is a press release from the Eureka Police Department:
On June 25, 2022, at about 4:10 p.m., officers with the Eureka Police Department responded to a residence on the 2700 block of E Street for the report of a home invasion robbery. A victim had escaped and ran to a nearby business to call for help.
The victim reported that six males entered the home with firearms and tied him and his friends up. While the victims were tied up, the suspects stole marijuana, car keys, cash and cell phones.
Due to the unknown circumstances and status of victims or suspects potentially still in the residence, the Humboldt County SWAT team was called out to the scene. After a thorough search, it was determined that there were no victims or suspects inside.
Hours after this incident, three possible suspects were detained in Trinity County. This remains an active and dynamic investigation.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Senior Detective Cosetti at acosetti@ci.eureka.ca.gov or 707-441-4315.
The Eureka Police Department would like to thank the surrounding agencies for their assistance and Eureka Public Works Director and employees of nearby businesses for helping with traffic control and road closures.
[ORIGINAL | June 25] 'Possible home invasion robbery' prompts SWAT response in Eureka, EPD says
A Eureka Neighborhood was asked to shelter in place Saturday for a large law enforcement response.
The Eureka Police Department said it was investigating a "possible home invasion robbery" around 6 p.m.
The Humboldt County Sheriff's Office bearcat and SWAT team responded.
Law enforcement blocked off an area near the 2700 block of E Street for the response.
People who live in the area were asked to stay inside their homes for safety while police investigated.
Just about an hour later, the home was determined to be clear of any suspects of victims, according to the EPD.
The police department said it appears to have been a targeted incident, but no other details were available.
The investigation is ongoing, and police said they will release more information as it becomes available.
North Coast News TV was live at the scene: