OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Search Warrant Arrest For Firearms, Narcotics and Ammunition
DATE/TIME:	March 18th, 2019 / 7:45 p.m.
LOCATION:	1425 south “E” Street
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Louie Almanza, 21 Years Old, Oxnard Resident Adalberto Duran, 28 Years Old, Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Martin Cook, Senior Officer
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Christopher Williams, Commander Christopher.williams@Oxnardpd.org 805-207-7234

DETAILS:

On March 18th, at approximately 7:45 p.m., Officers from the Special Enforcement Unit (Gang Unit) conducted a search warrant at the residence of Louie Almanza, 1425 south “E” Street. During the service of the warrant another subject, Adalberto Duran was detained at the residence. During the search of the residence, three unregistered rifles, an unregistered shotgun and a stolen semi-auto handgun were located. In addition to the firearms, heroin packaged for sale and additional ammunition of varying calibers was located.

Almanza was found in possession of one of the rifles, and Duran was found in possession of two rifles, the shotgun, the stolen handgun, ammunition and narcotics. Both Almanza and Duran are documented tagging crew members in the City of Oxnard, and Duran is prohibited from possessing a firearm or ammunition due to prior felony convictions. Almanza was arrested for numerous firearms violations, and Duran was arrested for numerous firearms and narcotics violations.

The Oxnard Police Department’s Special Enforcement Unit is committed to reducing gang crimes and gun violence in the City of Oxnard through the strict enforcement of laws specifically targeting known, active gang members residing in the city.

Anyone with information regarding this case or other criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600, or online via the Oxnard Police Department’s website: www.oxnardpd.org, and clicking on Report Suspicious Activity. You can remain anonymous if you choose to do so. You can also remain anonymous by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

Louie Almanza

Adalberto Duran

Guns and drugs

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Man stabbed near Little Caesars Pizza in southwest Oxnard
DATE/TIME:	March 18, 2019, 5:29 p.m.
LOCATION:	1400 block of Doris Avenue, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	White male, 50s, with short white hair, a white beard, wearing a black leather jacket and dark pants
PREPARED BY:	Luis Mc Arthur, Commander luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org (805) 207-4762
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Luis Mc Arthur, Commander luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org (805) 207-4762

DETAILS:

The incident was called in at 5:29 p.m. near Little Caesars Pizza in the 1400 block of Doris Avenue, just east of the intersection with Ventura Road.

The homeless victim was apparently stabbed behind Little Caesars Pizza following an argument with another vagrant.

The wounds did not appear to be life-threatening. The victim was taken to Ventura County Medical Center.

The suspect was described as a White male, in his 50s, with short white hair, a white beard, wearing a black leather jacket and dark pants.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: March 18, 2019, at 10:43 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Guns, ski mask and gloves found in vehicle; 3 arrested
DATE/TIME:	Wednesday, March 13, 2019 / 9 p.m.
LOCATION:	2600 block Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Da’von Washington, 20-year-old, Oxnard resident William Michael Geyer, 19-year-old, Ventura resident Tylor Kelly Evans, 21-year-old, Port Hueneme resident
PREPARED BY:	Luis Mc Arthur, Commander luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org (805) 207-4762
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Luis Mc Arthur, Commander luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org (805) 207-4762

DETAILS:

On March 13, 2019, an Oxnard police officer stopped a silver sedan occupied by three subjects for a traffic violation. One of the men was on probation for robbery.

Officers detained the three subjects and recovered a loaded handgun, a rifle, a box of ammunition, a ski mask and gloves.

Based on the findings of the investigation, offices arrested Washington and Evans for felony gun violations. Geyer was arrested on a marijuana offense.

The Oxnard Police Department is committed to reducing gun violence in the City of Oxnard. Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600, or you can remain anonymous by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: March 14, 2019, 1 a.m.

Da’von Washington

Tylor Evans

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Three teens carjack driver at gunpoint
DATE/TIME:	February 27, 2019, 9:43 P.M.
LOCATION:	Courtland Street near Canterbury Way, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Three Hispanic male teens, 12 to 14 years-old, 5’0” to 5’3”, 100 lbs.
PREPARED BY:	Luis Mc Arthur, Commander luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org (805) 207-4762
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Luis Mc Arthur, Commander luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org (805) 207-4762

DETAILS:

On February 27, 2019 at about 9:23 a.m. officers responded to Courtland Street near Canterbury Way, regarding a report of a carjacking. The driver told police that he was parking his vehicle, when three teens approached him and demanded his car keys and money. One of the teens was holding a gun. The carjackers then took off in the victim’s car, which was a 2004 Honda Odyssey Minivan.

The teen with the gun was a Hispanic male, 12-14 years old, 5’0” to 5’3”, 100 lbs. He was described as having a thin face and wearing a black checkered hooded sweatshirt. The other teens were also described as Hispanic males, 12-14 years of age, 5’0” to 5’3”, 100 lbs. One of them was wearing dark blue sweatshirt.

Anyone with information regarding this crime is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7740. You may also call Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477 or visit this site: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: February 28, 2019, at 12:46 a.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Shooting Suspects Arrested For Attempted Murder And Brandishing A Firearm With Gang Enhancements
DATE/TIME:	February 27, 2019, 5:00 A.M.
LOCATION:	3000 block “L” Street, Oxnard 2000 block Blackberry Circle, Oxnard 6300 block McBean Road, Somis
SUSPECT(S):	Emilio Torres, 20 year old Oxnard Resident 17 year old Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Mike Johnson, Sergeant mike.johnson@oxnardpd.org (805) 486-6211
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Mike Velasquez, Detective michael.velasquez@oxnardpd.org (805) 385-8287

DETAILS:

On February 27, 2019 at approximately 0500 hours, investigators from the Oxnard Police Department Violent Crimes Unit, with the assistance of SWAT teams from the Oxnard Police Department and Ventura County Sheriff’s Office as well as the Oxnard Police Department K-9 Unit, served search warrants in the 3000 block of South “L” Street in the City of Oxnard, the 2000 block of Blackberry Circle in the City of Oxnard, and the 6300 block of McBean Road in the City of Somis. The search warrants were related to two separate shooting incidents in the City of Oxnard, the first of which occurred on January 19^th in the 2000 block of Kepler Drive and the second which occurred during the early morning hours of January 21^st in the 100 block of North Oxnard Boulevard.

During the service of the warrant in the 3000 block of “L” Street, a 17 year old juvenile, who is a documented criminal street gang member, was taken into custody and later arrested for attempted murder, a gang enhancement, and firearms related charges. In addition, a large caliber revolver and ammunition was located and seized. The juvenile was later lodged at juvenile hall.

After the service of the search warrants, a second suspect, 20 year old Oxnard resident Emilio Torres, was contacted at the Oxnard Police Department. Torres, who is also a documented criminal street gang member, was arrested for brandishing a firearm as well as a gang enhancement. He was later booked into the Ventura County Jail for those charges. The investigation is ongoing.

The Oxnard Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit is committed to reducing gang crimes and gun violence in the City of Oxnard through the strict enforcement of laws specifically targeting known, active gang members residing in the city. Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600, or you can remain anonymous by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

Emilio Torres

Revolver & Ammo

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Stabbing Suspects Arrested
DATE/TIME:	February 27, 2019, 10:44 A.M.
LOCATION:	1700 block Gisler Avenue, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Sandy Mukul, 29 year old Oxnard resident Jesse Mukul, 30 year old Oxnard resident Benny Aguayo, 28 year old Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Mike Johnson, Sergeant mike.johnson@oxnardpd.org (805) 486-6211
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Jess Aragon, Detective jess.aragon@oxnardpd.org (805) 385-7547

DETAILS:

On February 27, 2019 at approximately 1044 hours, Oxnard Police Department officers were dispatched to a call of suspicious circumstances in the 1700 block of Gisler Avenue. Upon arrival, they contacted two victims who told officers they had been assaulted by two male suspects and stabbed by a female suspect. In addition, some of the victim’s property had been stolen.

Officers checked the surrounding area and located three people who matched the description provided by the victims. Investigators from the Violent Crimes Unit responded to assist with the investigation. The suspects were positively identified and were arrested. Sandy Mukul, a 29 year old Oxnard resident, was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon. Jesse Mukul, a 30 year old Oxnard resident, was arrested for battery. Benny Aguayo, a 28 year old Oxnard resident, was arrested for battery and petty theft. All three suspects were booked into the Ventura County Jail.

Sandy Mukul

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Shooting Victim
DATE/TIME:	February 17, 2019, 1814 hours
LOCATION:	3100 Block Merced Place, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown
PREPARED BY:	Mike Johnson, Sergeant mike.johnson @oxnardpd.org (805) 486-6211
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	John Brisslinger, Detective John.brisslinger@oxnardpd.org (805) 486-6297

DETAILS:

On February 17, 2019 at 1814 hours, Oxnard police officers responded to a shooting victim in the area of the 3100 block of Merced Place, Oxnard. It was determined that the lone victim was exiting his vehicle when unknown suspects began firing at him. The victim was struck one time in the arm and was later transported by ambulance to a local hospital where he is listed in stable condition and his injuries are not life threatening. Detectives from the Oxnard Police Department Violent Crimes Unit responded to the scene and the investigation is on-going. No further information is available at this time.

If anyone has further information, they are encouraged to call Oxnard PD at (805) 385-7796. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call the violent crimes hotline at (805) 982-7070 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx to submit a tip via text or email.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Gang Member/ Prohibited Person in Possession of a Loaded Firearm, Narcotics (Fentanyl) and Ammunition
DATE/TIME:	February 17, 2019 / 8:15 p.m.
LOCATION:	Rose Avenue at Gonzales Road
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Roman Celis, 28 Years Old, Oxnard Resident Jason Brickell, 36 Years Old
PREPARED BY:	Martin Cook, Senior Officer
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Christopher Williams, Commander Christopher.williams@Oxnardpd.org 805-207-7234

DETAILS:

On February 17th, at approximately 8:15 p.m., Officers from the Special Enforcement Unit (Gang Unit) conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a traffic violation. The vehicle initially stopped in the Shell Gas Station parking lot at the intersection of Rose Avenue and Gonzales Road, Oxnard. The driver of the vehicle, Jason Brickell, then drove the vehicle out of the parking lot attempting to flee. The right front passenger, Ramon Celis, attempted to flee from the vehicle on foot as it exited the parking lot onto Rose Avenue. A short foot pursuit ensued, but Celis was taken into custody a short distance away without further incident.

During a search of the vehicle, Celis was found in possession of a loaded .357 Sig Glock 33 semi-automatic handgun. Celis was also found in possession of ammunition, three-quarters of an ounce of Fentanyl, methamphetamine and forty-four Xanax pills. Celis is a documented Colonia gang members in the City of Oxnard, and is prohibited from possessing a firearm or ammunition due to prior felony convictions. Celis was arrested for numerous firearms and narcotics violations.

The driver, Brickell, was found in possession of methamphetamine, and arrested for willfully evading, firearms violations and narcotics violations.

Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600, or you can remain anonymous by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

Jason Brickell

Roman Celis

Fentanyl, Meth., Xanax

.357 Handgun

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Two arrested in connection with stolen vehicle
DATE/TIME:	February 11, 2019 @ 11:13 P.M.
LOCATION:	Teakwood at J St. Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Malik Rasheed, 41-year-old, Oxnard resident Kristina Niles, 35-year-old, Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Jeff Long, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Jeff Long, Sergeant jeff.long@oxnardpd.org; 805-385-7600

DETAILS:

On Monday, 2/11/19, at approximately 7:27 P.M., Oxnard Police Officers responded to a report of a stolen vehicle from the Vista Ford/Lincoln dealership located at 1501 Auto Center Dr. in Oxnard. Officers were told that someone stole a 2017 Lincoln Navigator from their lot.

At approximately 11:13 P.M., Oxnard patrol officers located the Navigator near the intersection of Teakwood Ave. and J St. Officers stopped the vehicle and identified the driver as Malik Rasheed. The passenger was identified as Kristina Niles. Rasheed had several arrest warrants and was charged with auto theft. Niles also had arrest warrants and was taken into custody.

Our city is currently experiencing a significant increase in stolen vehicles. To combat the problem, the Police Department is prioritizing taking a proactive comprehensive approach in the prevention, enforcement, and investigation of stolen vehicles.

A significant percentage of the stolen vehicles are preventable. The Oxnard Police Department would like to remind residents of the following tips to prevent a vehicle from being stolen:

 Never leave your car unlocked, not even for a minute.

 Never leave your keys in the car, even if you think they are really “hidden.”

 Don’t leave your car idling and unattended because it is unnecessary (it doesn’t get cold enough here), it is unsafe, illegal, and someone can steal your car.

 Wheel locks, brake pedal locks and steering wheel locks are also effective.

If anyone has any information regarding stolen vehicles please contact Ventura County Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS or www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 2/12/19, 12:30 AM

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Man dies 3 days after hit by car
DATE/TIME:	December 26, 2018 / 5:45 p.m.
LOCATION:	H Street at Janetwood Drive, Oxnard
VEHICLE:	2006 Hummer H2
DRIVER:	Hannah Cooper, 20-year-old female, Thousand Oaks resident
PEDESTRIAN:	Homer Valle, 88-year old male, Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Luis McArthur, Commander luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org (805) 207-4762
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Mike Wood, Traffic Officer mike.wood@oxnardpd.org (805) 385-7750

DETAILS:

The 88-year-old Homer Valle died Saturday, December 29, from his injuries. Valle was walking across H Street at Janetwood Drive on Wednesday, December 26, at about 5:45 p.m., when he was hit by a 2006 Hummer H2 driven by 20-year-old Hannah Cooper from Thousand Oaks.

The Hummer H2 was travelling westbound on Janetwood Drive when it hit Valle who was taken to St. John’s Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

The car stayed at the scene and driver cooperated with the investigation.

Anyone who has information regarding the collision is urged to contact Officer Mike Wood at (805)385-7750 or via email at mike.wood@oxnardpd.org.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 12-29-18 / 08:38 a.m.