On December 11, 2025, a U.S. Marshal contacted the Crescent City Police Department after reportedly locating a suspect wanted on a felony warrant at the Beachside Inn Motel in Crescent City, California. The marshal recognized a stolen Harley-Davidson motorcycle parked outside the suspect’s room. When officers approached the room, the suspect opened the door slightly and then attempted to close it. A Crescent City police sergeant forced the door open, and officers took the suspect into custody. During the investigation, officers found a pair of brass knuckles, the motorcycle’s key, and documents belonging to the motorcycle’s owner. Police confirmed that the Harley-Davidson had been reported stolen in Washington. The motorcycle was recovered and secured for its owner. The suspect was taken into custody and booked into the Del Norte County Jail on the following charges: • An outstanding felony warrant • Possession of metal knuckles — California Penal Code § 21810 • Receiving or possessing known stolen property — California Penal Code § 496(a) United States Marshal Involved: I. Croteau Crescent City Police Officers Involved: Sergeant A. Lopez Sergeant Y. Lo Del Norte County Sheriff's Deputy Involved: Deputy Mello This video documents a law-enforcement encounter using footage and information released through a Freedom of Information Act request. The footage has been condensed for time and sensitive information has been redacted. All Charges described are allegations based on official Police records. All individuals are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. For inquiries or footage suggestions: Contact@BodycamsTV.com 0:00 Tracking a Wanted Fugitive 0:47 Securing the Suspect/ Room Entry 2:34 Evidence Collection Process 6:45 Bike Value 7:18 Reason For Warrant 7:41 Contacting the Vehicle Owner 13:48 Organizing the Evidence 17:28 Transport to Jail #police #cops #california #bodycam #usa