News Releases

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 14, 2021, 7:39 PM

SUBJECT: Disturbance at Oxnard State Beach

LOCATION: 1601 Harbor Blvd., Oxnard, Ca

VICTIM: No Victim Located

CONTACT: Sgt. Jon Keller, Oxnard PD (805) 385-7600 | [email protected]

At 1939 hours, June 14, 2021, Oxnard Police Officers responded to a disturbance call at Oxnard State Beach, 1601 S. Harbor Blvd. The incident was reported to involve 100 juveniles, fireworks, and bottles being broken. Responding officers were met with thrown bottles as they were surrounded by about 300 young adults and teenagers. Several units from both Port Hueneme PD and The Ventura County Sheriff's responded to assist. Two adult males were arrested for firearm violations. One Oxnard officer suffered a minor hand injury during the arrest. No injured parties were located at the scene. By 10:00 PM, the crowd had fully complied with directions to clear the park and beach areas.

Arrests:

David Martinez (19 yrs): Arrested for a number of firearm charges related to possessing two loaded P80 handguns with high capacity magazines. Additional charges for resisting officers during the arrest.

Juan Martinez (18 yrs): Arrested for a number of firearm charges related to the handguns found. Additional charge for resisting officers during the arrest.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 11, 2020, 9:28 P.M.

SUBJECT: Juvenile Arrested for Possessing Loaded Firearm and Narcotics

LOCATION: C St. at Kamala St., Oxnard

SUSPECTS: 16-year-old Oxnard resident

CONTACT: Tim Kelley, Commander

(805) 857-5297 | [email protected]

On June 11, 2021, at approximately 9:28 p.m. officers from the Oxnard Special Enforcement Unit (Gang Unit) contacted a 16-year-old Oxnard resident for a suspected traffic violation. During the contact officers discovered the juvenile was in possession of a loaded, concealed semi automatic handgun. Once the juvenile was arrested the officers searched the juvenile incident to his arrest and located illegal narcotics on his person. The juvenile was charged with firearms violations and for drug possession. The juvenile was booked into juvenile hall.

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 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: June 11, 2021 / 2230 hours

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 11, 2021

SUBJECT: DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint Results

CONTACT: Ricardo Vazquez, Sergeant

(805) 385-7749 | [email protected]

Oxnard, Ca. – 776 drivers were screened while driving through a DUI checkpoint on June 11, 2021. The checkpoint was held at Pleasant Valley Road west of Saviers Road from 7:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Thirty-two drivers were cited for operating a vehicle unlicensed or with a suspended/revoked license and one vehicle was towed. No arrests were made during the checkpoint.

Checkpoint locations are based on a history of crashes and DUI arrests. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests, but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired.

As businesses continue to reopen, including bars and restaurants, impaired driving remains a top traffic safety concern. Funding for this checkpoint was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 9, 2021

SUBJECT: DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint

CONTACT: Jose Diaz, Senior Officer

(805) 385-7749 | [email protected]

Oxnard Police Department Holding DUI Checkpoint on June 11, 2021

The Oxnard Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on Friday, June 11, 2021, from 6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city limits.

Checkpoint locations are chosen based on a history of DUI crashes and arrests. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests, but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired. During the checkpoint, officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.

The Oxnard Police Department reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Some prescription medications or over-the-counter drugs may interfere with driving. Always follow directions for use and read warning labels about driving or “operating heavy machinery,” which includes driving a car. While medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal. If you plan on drinking or taking medications that may impact your ability to drive safely, plan on staying at home.

Drivers charged with DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license. Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 8, 2021, 5:35 PM

SUBJECT: Narcotics Sales Arrest

LOCATION: 3100 block of Saviers Road, Oxnard, CA

SUSPECT: Jesus Oy, 40 year old Oxnard resident

Lianette Avila

CONTACT: Brandon Ordelheide, Sergeant

(805) 256-5121 | [email protected]

On June 8, 2021, at about 5:35 PM, Investigators from the Oxnard Police Department Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) observed Jesus Oy and Lianette Avila conduct a hand-to-hand narcotics transaction in the 100 block of Bryce Canyon Avenue. Investigators conducted a traffic stop of Oy in the 3100 block of Saviers Road, and found Oy to be in possession of bulk quantities of methamphetamine and cocaine.

During this investigation, Oy was also found to have a large amount of currency, and other indicia of drug sales. Avila attempted to conceal a large quantity of fentanyl and methamphetamine on her person, however it was ultimately located.

Both Oy and Avila were arrested for numerous narcotics violations, and were booked into the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office jail. This arrest is Oy’s third drug sales arrest in the last 2 years, and Oy is currently out of custody, on bail, for a weapons and drug sales arrest.

The Oxnard Police Department is committed to reducing drug overdoses in the City of Oxnard. 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 by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (805)385-7600. You can also visit their website: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

Sergeant Brandon Ordelheide

Drug Enforcement Unit

Oxnard Police Department

Cell: 805-256-5121

251 South C Street

Oxnard Ca, 93030

[email protected]

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 3, 2021, 7:15 P.M.

SUBJECT: Subject Arrested for Possessing Handgun with Obliterated Serial Numbers

LOCATION: 1100 blk South Oxnard Blvd., Oxnard

SUSPECTS: Bardomiano Sanchez, 29-year-old Oxnard resident

Jose Diaz, 25-year-old Oxnard resident

CONTACT: Tim Kelley, Commander

(805) 857-5297 | [email protected]

On June 3rd, at approximately 7:15 p.m. officers from the Oxnard Special Enforcement Unit (Gang Unit) and Oxnard K9 Unit conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a suspected traffic violation in the 1100 blk. of South Oxnard Blvd. The driver was identified as Bardomiano Sanchez, and the passenger was identified as Jose Diaz. Sanchez was found to be on parole for voluntary manslaughter and is a documented Oxnard criminal street gang member.

Officers searched the vehicle pursuant to Sanchez’ parole terms and located a loaded handgun inside the vehicle. The serial numbers to the firearm had been removed. Diaz was charged with possessing a handgun with an obliterated serial number, and possession of a loaded handgun, a felony. Sanchez was charged with violating the terms of his parole.

The Oxnard Police Department’s Special Enforcement Unit and K9 Unit are 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 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: June 3, 2021 / 2140 hours

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NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 8, 2021, 5:35 PM

SUBJECT: Narcotics Sales Arrest

LOCATION: 3100 block of Saviers Road, Oxnard, CA

SUSPECT: Jesus Oy, 40 year old Oxnard resident

Lianette Avila

CONTACT: Brandon Ordelheide, Sergeant

(805) 256-5121 | [email protected]

Sergeant Brandon Ordelheide

Drug Enforcement Unit

Oxnard Police Department

Cell: 805-256-5121

251 South C Street

Oxnard Ca, 93030

[email protected]

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Sergeant Brandon Ordelheide

Drug Enforcement Unit

Oxnard Police Department

Cell: 805-256-5121

251 South C Street

Oxnard Ca, 93030

[email protected]

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 3, 2021, 5:00 PM

SUBJECT: Man Arrested For Murder After Road Rage Incident

LOCATION: Pacific Ave. and Mountain View Ave., Oxnard, CA

VICTIM: Lopez, Matias, 52 Year Old, Oxnard Resident

SUSPECT: Codella, Peter, 65 Year Old, Oxnard Resident

CONTACT: Edgar Fernandez, Sergeant

(805) 385-7763 | [email protected]

On April 23, 2021, at about 3:00 PM, officers from the Oxnard Police Department were dispatched to a call of a possible hit and run of a pedestrian in the area of Pacific Avenue and Mountain View Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located the victim, Matias Lopez lying in the roadway of Pacific Avenue. According to witnesses, Lopez was struck by the suspect vehicle after a verbal altercation took place in the middle of the street. The vehicle then fled the scene prior to officer arrival. Lopez was transported to the hospital for emergency medical treatment.

Unfortunately, on May 6^th, 2021, Matias Lopez succumbed to his injuries as a result of the incident and was pronounced dead.

The Oxnard Police Department Major Crimes Unit took over the investigation and continued to work towards uncovering the nature of this incident. Based on evidence obtained, it was determined that this was a road rage incident, where the suspect and the victim had been engaged in a verbal altercation over what seemed to be a minor traffic issue. Lopez was then struck by the vehicle driven by Peter Codella.

During the investigation, facts were uncovered that Codella intentionally struck Lopez. The Oxnard Major Crimes Unit, along with the Ventura County District Attorney’s office worked together to examine this incident and based on the evidence obtained have charged Peter Codella with the death of Matias Lopez. He will be charged with second degree murder and will be held on a bail amount of $500,000.00.

This is the 8^th homicide in the City of Oxnard this year.

Investigators are encouraging anyone who may have heard or seen anything to contact Detective Justin Songer (805) 385-7680. Also, 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.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 4, 2021 (7:21 PM)

SUBJECT: Documented Gang Member/Felon Arrested for Possession of Loaded Handgun

LOCATION: 1200 block of Gardenia Street

VICTIM: State of California

SUSPECT: Alberto Ocampo, age 24, Oxnard resident

CONTACT: Robin Whitney, Patrol Commander

(805) 385-7771 | [email protected]

On 6/4/21, at approximately 7:21 PM, Officers from the Neighborhood Policing Team were patrolling the Sierra Linda Neighborhood when they observed a suspicious subject walking near the intersection of Lantana and Gardenia Street. Officers noted that the individual walked up to a porch in the 1200 block of Gardenia Street but did not enter the residence. The Officers believed the subject did not live at the residence and was purposely hiding from them. As the Officers approached the porch, suspect Alberto Ocampo emerged from the porch area with his hands up. Officers searched the immediate area where Ocampo was hiding and located a loaded .22 caliber handgun in a planter box. The resident was contacted and confirmed s/he had no knowledge of the handgun being there.

Ocampo is a convicted felon and documented gang member. A records search revealed the firearm was not registered to Ocampo. Officers arrested Ocampo for the felony charges of felon in possession of a firearm, carrying a loaded firearm not registered to him, and carrying a concealed firearm on his person.

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.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: May 28, 2021, 1:30 p.m.

SUBJECT: Overdose investigation leads to Fentanyl Sales Arrest

SUSPECTS: Michael Hunter, 58 year old Oxnard resident

LOCATION: Edison Drive / McWane Boulevard

CONTACT: Brandon Ordelheide, Sergeant

805-256-5121, [email protected]

During the month of March, 2021, the Oxnard Police Department Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU), the South District Neighborhood Policing Team (NPT), and Homeless Liaison Officers (HLO’s) began an investigation regarding an increase in drug overdoses occurring in south Oxnard. During the month of May, Michael Hunter was identified as being involved in the sale of Fentanyl in the surrounding area. DEU Detectives developed enough evidence to obtain a search warrant for narcotics sales.

On May 28, 2021, with the assistance of HLO’s and South District NPT Officers, a search warrant was served at Michael Hunter’s motorhome. During a search of the motorhome, detectives and NPT Officers located Fentanyl, Heroin, Psilocybin Mushrooms, US Currency, Ammunition, and further evidence of narcotics sales.

Michael Hunter was arrested for possession for sale of Fentanyl and being a felon in possession of ammunition, both felonies. Additionally, Hunter has a pending court case for a previous felony narcotic sales arrest by Oxnard Police Department.

The Oxnard Police Department is committed to reducing narcotics related overdoses within Oxnard neighborhoods. 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 by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers. at (800)222-8477. You can also visit their website: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.