As they approached on foot, they located three people sleeping near the vehicle on the exterior of the building on a stairwell.
All three were identified, and two returned with felony warrants out of Henry County, Virginia, for homicide. UPD arrested Daniel Fish and Ashleigh Nicole McCallister, the two murder suspects, without incident and took the vehicle for evidence. One unsuspecting traveler, who had no connection with the murder suspects, was interviewed and released on scene. This is still an active investigation and UPD is in direct contact and coordination with the Henry County Sheriff's Office.
Arcata Police Department was instrumental in their immediate support and response, not only on scene but with coordination alongside UPD dispatch in providing quick data response, which ultimately gave officers vital information on the suspects.
“Our officers come to work every day with the singular purpose of keeping our campus and community safe,” says Christina Lofthouse, Interim UPD Chief. “These arrests highlight the great job both UPD and Arcata PD do in serving our community. My hope is that these arrests will give the family of the victim some peace and allow the healing process to begin.”