MCKINLEYVILLE, Calif. — Deputies are currently searching for a man who robbed Smug’s Pizza off Central Avenue in McKinleyville Thursday night.

At approximately 7:00 p.m. on Thursday evening, October 24, employees at the pizzeria reported that a masked man entered the establishment, held a knife, threatened staff and demanded money from the register before fleeing the scene on down.

Despite their quick arrival, Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies were unable to locate the suspect.

According to HCSO, the suspect is described as a Hispanic male with a dark complexion and brown eyes. They said the suspect was wearing a black ski mask, a red and black checkered hooded sweatshirt and paint during the robbery.

HCSO said they are still investigating this incident. They urged anyone with information about this crime or the suspect to contact them at (707) 445-7251 or the crime tip line at (707) 268-2539.

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