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Humboldt County Cannabis Bust Exposes Labor and Environmental Violations | Eureka News
In Humboldt County, deputies raided a Willow Creek grow operation on August 6th—already shut down for permit violations—uncovering 6,000 plants and over 480 pounds of dried cannabis, plus a rifle. Four undocumented workers were found underpaid and in unsafe conditions, prompting intervention from community groups. Environmental crimes, including water contamination and illegal dumping, added to the charges. Elvecio Machado, 54, faces multiple felonies including illegal cultivation, running a drug house, violating court orders, and wage theft. This bust underscores how enforcement is cracking…
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