News Release: Update-Serious injury traffic collision involving a pedestrian (11/27/2020)

NEWS RELEASE

 

DATE:           November 21, 2020

SUBJECT:    DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint Results

CONTACT:   Jose Diaz, Senior Traffic Officer

                        (805) 385-7749 | jose.diaz@oxnardpd.org

Two Drivers Arrested at the Oxnard DUI Checkpoint

 

Oxnard, Calif. – 440 drivers were screened while driving through a DUI checkpoint on November 20, 2020. The checkpoint was held at Saviers Road and Coach C Lane from 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. 

 

Twenty-four drivers were cited for operating a vehicle unlicensed or with a suspended/revoked license. Two drivers were arrested for DUI and one passenger was arrested for drug possession.

 

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:                      November 24, 2020, 6:40 p.m.

SUBJECT:               Fatal traffic collision involving a pedestrian and vehicle

LOCATION:             C Street at Elm Street, Oxnard, CA

VEHICLE:                1997 Honda Accord

DRIVER:                  61-year-old female, Oxnard resident

PEDESTRIAN:         80-year-old male, Oxnard resident

CONTACT:               Mike Wood, Traffic Officer 

                                 805-385-7748

                                 Mike.Wood@oxnardpd.org

 

On November 24, 2020, at approximately 6:40 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to a traffic collision that occurred on C Street near Elm Street. The driver of the Honda Accord, identified as a 61-year-old female of Oxnard, was uninjured and cooperated with investigating Officers.  The pedestrian was provided first aid and life-saving measures at the scene and transported to Ventura County Medical Center, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

 

Traffic investigators responded to the scene and took over the investigation.  Based on the initial investigation, Officers determined that a 1997 Honda Accord was traveling Northbound on C Street and collided with an 80-year old male pedestrian walking in the street.  Immediately after the collision, the driver stopped and called 911. Traffic investigators do not believe alcohol/drugs were involved, and the speed of the vehicle does not appear to be a contributing factor to the collision.

 

The collision is still under investigation, and traffic investigators are attempting to determine the events that led up to the collision and the cause of the collision.  Anyone who has information regarding this collision is urged to contact Officer Mike Wood at (805) 385-7748 or via email at Mike.Wood@oxnardpd.org, or online via the Oxnard Police Department’s website:  www.oxnardpd.org, and clicking on Report Suspicious Activity. Any witness can also remain anonymous by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477, or visiting www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.  

NEWS RELEASE

 

DATE:           November 21, 2020

SUBJECT:    DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint Results

CONTACT:   Jose Diaz, Senior Traffic Officer

                        (805) 385-7749 | jose.diaz@oxnardpd.org

Two Drivers Arrested at the Oxnard DUI Checkpoint

 

Oxnard, Calif. – 440 drivers were screened while driving through a DUI checkpoint on November 20, 2020. The checkpoint was held at Saviers Road and Coach C Lane from 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. 

 

Twenty-four drivers were cited for operating a vehicle unlicensed or with a suspended/revoked license. Two drivers were arrested for DUI and one passenger was arrested for drug possession.

 

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:           November 19, 2020

SUBJECT:    Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operations

LOCATION:  City of Oxnard

CONTACT:   Jose Diaz, Senior Traffic Officer

                     (805) 385-7749 | jose.diaz@oxnardpd.org

 

Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operations Planned for November 21, 2020 and November 22, 2020.

 

The Oxnard Police Department will conduct two bicycle and pedestrian safety enforcement operations on November 21, 2020, and November 22, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. aimed at keeping people who need to go out to exercise or run essential errands safe.

 

While the COVID-19 pandemic is requiring residents to stay home as much as possible, the Oxnard Police Department recognizes the need to protect the public by looking for violations made by bicyclists, drivers, and pedestrians that make roads unsafe.

 

These violations include drivers speeding, making illegal turns, failing to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks, failing to stop for signs and signals, or any other traffic violation. Officers will also look for pedestrians who cross the street illegally or fail to yield to drivers who have the right of way. Bike riders will be stopped when riding on the wrong side of the road, not complying with stop signs and signals, or other violations of the same traffic laws that apply to them as drivers.

 

The safety of bicyclists and pedestrians remains a top priority for the Oxnard Police Department.  To keep you and your family safe, the Oxnard Police Department offers the following tips when out biking, driving, or walking:

 

PEDESTRIANS

●       Only cross at marked crosswalks or intersections with a stop sign or signal.

●       Look for cars backing up. Avoid going between parked cars.

●       Make eye contact with drivers. Don’t assume they see you.

●       Wear bright clothing during the day and use a flashlight when walking at night.

 

DRIVERS

●       Wait for pedestrians to cross the street. Be courteous and patient.

●       Stay off the phone.

●       Follow the speed limit.

●       Look for pedestrians when backing up or turning.

 

BICYCLISTS

●       Always wear a helmet. Helmets are required by law for anyone under 18.

●       Bicyclists must travel in the same direction of traffic and have the same requirements as any slow-moving vehicle.

 

Everyone who is out is reminded to practice physical distancing measures, when feasible, staying at least six feet away from others.

 

Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 

NEWS RELEASE

 

DATE:            November 18, 2020  

SUBJECT:   DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint

CONTACT:   Jose Diaz, Senior Officer

                        (805) 385-7749 | jose.diaz@oxnardpd.org

 

Oxnard Police Department Holding DUI Checkpoint on November 20, 2020

 

The Oxnard Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on Friday, November 20, 2020, from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 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:           November 18, 2020

SUBJECT:    Click it or Ticket Seat Belt Enforcement Campaign

LOCATION:  City of Oxnard

CONTACT:   Jose Diaz, Senior Traffic Officer

                                    (805) 385-7749 | jose.diaz@oxnardpd.org

 

Californians Encouraged to Buckle Up on Every Trip

Nov. 16-29 is Click it or Ticket Seat Belt Enforcement Campaign

Throughout the month of November, the Oxnard Police Department is joining agencies across the country promoting the importance of wearing a seat belt in the car and keeping children safe by making sure they are properly restrained.

This year’s Click it or Ticket seat belt enforcement campaign is from Nov. 16-29. During this time, the Oxnard Police Department will have additional officers on patrol looking for drivers and passengers who are not wearing a seat belt. This includes drivers who do not properly secure children in child safety seats.

While the seat belt use rate in California was 96% last year, there has been a noted drop in seat belt use by back seat passengers. A recent report by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) found only 76% of rear seat passengers wore seat belts.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), seat belts saved nearly 15,000 lives of people ages five and older in 2017.

The fine for a seat belt violation is $162. California law requires a child to be properly secured in a safety seat in the second row of a vehicle, when available, until they are at least 8 years of age. Children under the age of 2 must ride rear-facing or until they reach 40 pounds or 40 inches in height.

California has a primary seat belt law, which allows law enforcement officers to ticket someone for not wearing a seat belt without committing another traffic violation.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

DATE:            November 17, 2020, 12:11 AM

SUBJECT:     Firearm arrest/ Parole Violation

LOCATION:  500 block S. Rose Avenue

VICTIM:         State of California

SUSPECT:    Gerald Silva, age 25, Port Hueneme resident

                      Unidentified adult female, age 22, Oxnard resident

CONTACT:   Robin Whitney, Patrol Commander

                     (805) 385-7771 | robin.whitney@oxnardpd.org

 

On 11/17/20, at around 12:11 AM, an officer on patrol observed a vehicle being driven erratically near the intersection of Third Street and Rose Avenue. The officer conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle in the 500 block of S. Rose Avenue. The vehicle was occupied by the driver, Gerald Silva (age 25) and an adult female passenger (age 22). Silva is on parole. During a search of the vehicle, officers located a loaded .40 caliber handgun in the glove compartment. Silva was subsequently arrested for various felony firearm related charges including being a prohibited person in possession of a firearm. The unidentified female passenger provided officers with false information about identity. She was later found to be on probation and subsequently arrested for a misdemeanor charge of providing false information to officers.  

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. 

 

 

NEWS RELEASE

 

DATE:           November 15, 2020, 7:46 P.M.

SUBJECT:    Serious injury traffic collision involving a pedestrian

LOCATION:  C Street north of Fifth Street, Oxnard

DRIVER:       36-year-old female of Oxnard  

VEHICLE:     2014 Cadillac ATS sedan

PEDESTRIAN: 30-year-old male of Oxnard

CONTACT:   Paul Knapp, Senior Officer

                        (805) 385-7750 | paul.knapp@oxnardpd.org 

On November 15, 2020, at approximately 7:46 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian that occurred on C Street north of Fifth Street.  Officers determined that a 2014 Cadillac ATS sedan struck a 30-year-old male of Oxnard.  The pedestrian sustained significant injuries and was transported to the Ventura County Medical Center where he is listed in critical condition.  The driver of the Cadillac remained at the scene and provided information regarding the collision. 

Traffic investigators responded to the scene and took over the investigation.  Based on the initial investigation, it was determined that the pedestrian was walking eastbound on C Street north of Fifth Street, and for unknown reasons, walked into the path of the Cadillac which was traveling northbound on C Street.  Immediately after the collision, the driver stopped and parked the vehicle along the right side of the roadway.  The speed of the vehicle does not appear to be a contributing factor to the collision; however, it was determined the pedestrian had been drinking alcohol.     

The investigation is ongoing.  Anyone who has information regarding this collision is urged to contact Senior Officer Paul Knapp at (805) 385-7750 or via email at paul.knapp@oxnardpd.org.