Chaos Erupts at Arcata City Council Meeting

Chaos Erupts at Arcata City Council Meeting

Key Takeaways • A man rushed the city council meeting holding what looked like a wrapped weapon • City Manager Merritt Perry tackled the suspect to protect council members • Police found a toy Nerf gun, a switchblade, pepper spray, and a malt liquor bottle • No clear motive has emerged, and officials are reviewing safety rules   A regular Arcata City Council meeting turned dangerous this week. A man refused to sit and moved toward the council ta…