Sheriff's Office Update

On June 7, the Eureka County Sheriff's Office conducted a traffic stop in Crescent Valley for a reported violation. The driver, Ricky Huntley, and an unnamed passenger were known drug offenders. A search of the vehicle and individuals was conducted after probable cause was established. During the search, a substance comparable to methamphetamines was found in the passenger area. Huntley was arrested for possession of a controlled substance, intent to sell, and attempted sale and transportation of a controlled substance. He was transferred to the hospital due to medical needs.

ECSO personnel conducted a traffic stop on June 12, during which the vehicle, once again driven by Ricky Huntley, was confirmed to have been stolen from Utah. Huntley had a revoked license and was required to have an ignition interlock device in his vehicle, which he did not have.

Huntley was again taken into custody, seen in Eureka Justice Court on Thursday, June 13, and released on his own recognizance.

ECSO deputies responded to a call at a residence in Eureka on June 17. When deputies arrived, they heard screaming from a man and woman inside.

When police contacted residents, they identified the man as Aitor Eskandon. Eskandon appeared intoxicated and allegedly became agitated despite deputies' attempts to deescalate the situation.

The sheriff's office said Eskandon shoved a deputy during the encounter and a brief physical altercation ensued. Eskandon was then taken into custody. A minor child was present on the scene at the time of the incident.

Eskandon was booked for violation of the peace, harassment – ​​domestic violence, resisting a public officer and child endangerment.