William Tyler Hebard Arrested in Pedestrian Crash on SR 254

Suspect Arrested After Miranda Hit-and-Run That Seriously Injured Pedestrian

Humboldt County, CA (June 29, 2025) — Authorities arrested William Tyler Hebard Friday morning following a hit-and-run that seriously injured a pedestrian in Miranda, according to the Humboldt County Correctional Facility booking log.

Records show that the California Highway Patrol arrested Hebard shortly after the incident and booked him on suspicion of felony assault with a deadly weapon.

CHP previously confirmed that officers arrested the driver involved in the collision, but had not publicly identified the suspect or announced the charges.

The incident was reported just before 7:00 a.m. on the Avenue of the Giants (SR 254) after a black BMW allegedly struck a pedestrian and fled northbound. Officers located a vehicle matching the description near Hidden Springs Road and detained a suspect within minutes.

Emergency crews initially requested an air ambulance for the injured pedestrian, but weather conditions prevented the flight. The victim reportedly suffered multiple broken bones and serious injuries, though authorities have not released an official update on the person’s condition.

Investigators have not confirmed details surrounding the events leading up to the crash, and the case remains under investigation.

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