News Release: Shooting Victim Dies in Oxnard

                                    NEWS RELEASE

DATE:                      September 27, 2020, 10:37 A.M.

SUBJECT:               Shooting Victim Dies in Oxnard

VICTIM:                    Hispanic Male, 48 years of age, (Name

                                    withheld pending family notification)

SUSPECT:               Unknown

LOCATION:             3550 South Harbor Boulevard, Oxnard

CONTACT:              Edgar Fernandez, Sergeant

                                 (805) 385-7763 | Edgar.Fernandez@OxnardPD.org

DETAILS:

On September 27, 2020, at 10:37 A.M., Oxnard Police Officers responded to a call of shots being fired in the area of the 3500 block of Harbor Boulevard. It was reported that several gunshots were heard in the area. When officers arrived, they located a male victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, in the parking lot area adjacent to the harbor.

Officers immediately attempted first-aid, lifesaving measures. Emergency medical personnel arrived and took over the lifesaving efforts. Unfortunately, the victim succumbed to his injuries and was subsequently pronounced dead at the scene. The victim’s name is being withheld pending notification to the family.

This is the 6^th homicide this year in the City of Oxnard. Investigators are seeking the public’s assistance with any information regarding this incident.

Detectives are encouraging anyone who may have video recorded or photographed all or part of the incident, to upload your media directly to the investigators via the following link: https://oxnardpd.evidence.com/axon/citizen/public/3550harborblvd. All submissions are immediately logged into the Oxnard Police Department’s digital evidence system.  Contact information is not stored by Axon and community members can remain anonymous, choosing to upload their files without providing contact information

Investigators are encouraging anyone who may have heard or seen anything to contact Detective Ken Tougas (805) 200-5669.   The City of Oxnard offers a reward of $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of any individuals responsible for committing homicides within 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.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: September 27, 2020, 2:45 P.M. 

NEWS RELEASE

DATE:            September 24, 2020; 7:30 P.M.  

SUBJECT:     Missing Dependent Adult

                       Justin Lunn, 30 year old male

LOCATION:   Oxnard State Beach Park, 1601 S. Harbor Boulevard, Oxnard

CONTACT:     Kevin Baysinger, Commander

                        (805) 385-7600 | Kevin.Baysinger@Oxnardpd.org

The Oxnard Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing dependent adult.  Justin Lunn, a 30 year old male, was reported missing from the Oxnard State Beach Park, 1601 S. Harbor Boulevard, at about 5:30PM.  Justin is described as a white male, 5’7”, 175 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes.  He was last seen wearing a blue t-shirt with a green cartoon face on the front, blue and white floral board shorts, sandals, and a white and green hat.  He was last seen on the beach west of the park.    A photo is attached.  

Date/Time Prepared:  September 24, 2020 / 7:30PM

NEWS RELEASE

DATE:                        September 23, 2020, 1:45 p.m.

SUBJECT:                 Wanted Prolific Offender Arrested after Brief Pursuit

LOCATION:               Bottlebrush Place/ Bottlebrush Court

CONTACT:                Detective Enrique Alvarez

                                   (805) 385-7664, enrique.alvarez@oxnardpd.org

On September 23, 2020, at approximately 1000 hours, detectives from the Oxnard Police Department Property Crimes Unit were in the area of Ventura Road and “N” Street in the city of Oxnard, when they observed a wanted felon, Luis Saldana, 29 years old, riding as a passenger in a white older model sedan. 

Detectives attempted to make a traffic stop on the vehicle, but the driver, Mayra Yepez, 24 years old, refused to stop the vehicle.  After a brief vehicle pursuit, the vehicle pulled over near the intersection of Bottlebrush Place and Bottlebrush Court. Saldana was arrested for his felony warrant, and Yepez was arrested for felony evading with a vehicle.

Saldana's felony warrant was issued for his arrest because he violated the terms of his Post Release Offender (PRO) status. Saldana has eight (8) prior arrests related to auto theft, and six (6) prior arrests for being under the influence of a controlled substance.  Yepez has a prior arrest for possession of a stolen vehicle.

The Oxnard Police Department is committed to reducing crime 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 (800)222-8477.  You can also visit their website: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email. 

NEWS RELEASE

DATE:           September 23, 2020, 8:00 P.M.

SUBJECT:    Narcotics Sales Arrest

LOCATION:  600 East Hueneme Rd, Port Hueneme

SUSPECT:   Jose Gil, 50 year old, Oxnard resident

CONTACT:   Brandon Ordelheide, Sergeant

                        (805) 256-5121 | Brandon.ordelheide@Oxnardpd.org

On September 23, 2020, detectives from the Oxnard Police Department Drug Enforcement Unit completed an investigation regarding Jose Gil, 50 year old Oxnard resident, selling Fentanyl in the City of Oxnard and Port Hueneme. Detectives developed information that Gil was staying in a motel in the City of Port Hueneme. Detectives conducted surveillance and confirmed Gil was inside of a hotel room. Gil had an outstanding warrant for narcotic related offenses and he had active searchable probation for narcotics.

DEU detectives attempted to contact Gil inside his motel room. Gil barricaded the front door to the room and fled into the bathroom. Detectives forced entry into the room and contacted Gil inside the bathroom while he was attempting to flush narcotics down the toilet. During a search of the room, Detectives located a large quantity of Fentanyl, Xanax, and US Currency consistent with street sales of narcotics. Additionally, detectives located Fentanyl that Gil had thrown out of the bathroom window. Gil was placed under arrest for possession for sale of Fentanyl and Xanax, destruction of evidence, and resisting arrest. Gil has several prior arrest for sales of narcotics and he was booked into the Ventura County Jail with a bail request of $350,000.

The Oxnard Police Department is committed to reducing 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 (800)222-8477.  You can also visit their website: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email. 

NEWS RELEASE

DATE:            September 21, 2020, 9:20 A.M.

SUBJECT:   Arrests Made In Assault With A Deadly Weapon

LOCATION:  1800 Block Of La Puerta Avenue, Oxnard, CA

CONTACT:   Kevin Gormley, Detective           

(805) 385-7686                                

kevin.gormley@oxnardpd.org

On September 21, 2020 at approximately 9:20 A.M., officers from the Oxnard Police Department were dispatched to a roommate dispute at a residence in the 1800 block of La Puerta Avenue. The reporting party advised that the suspect, Roy Jimenez, a 59-year-old Oxnard resident who is currently on CDC parole for bank robbery, was armed with a knife and was attempting to stab the occupants of the residence. When officers arrived, they heard an argument inside of the residence. Officers attempted to make contact with the occupants however, they were unsuccessful. Due to the danger the occupants were in, officers forced entry into the residence. Upon entry, officers confronted Jimenez, who was armed with a pipe. Jimenez charged at the officers, who deployed a less-lethal device in an attempt to stop Jimenez. Once deployed, Jimenez stopped charging at the officers and retreated further into the residence. Officers then assisted the occupants of the residence to safety.

Based on the circumstances, the Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) was requested and responded. Investigators from the Violent Crimes Unit also responded to assist and obtained a search warrant for the residence as well as an arrest warrant for Jimenez. After multiple attempts to speak with Jimenez to have him exit the residence, members of the SWAT Team and the K-9 Unit entered the residence and made contact with Jimenez. Jimenez remained uncooperative and was taken into custody with the assistance of PSD Leo. During the arrest, Jimenez assaulted PSD Leo with a metal pipe. Jimenez was transported to an area hospital for evaluation prior to being booked at the Ventura County Jail for his outstanding warrant related to this incident. He was also charged with Assaulting a Police Service Dog. No further information is available at this time.

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 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:            September 21, 2020, 9:20 A.M.

SUBJECT:   Arrests Made In Assault With A Deadly Weapon

LOCATION:  1800 Block Of La Puerta Avenue, Oxnard, CA

CONTACT:   Kevin Gormley, Detective           

(805) 385-7686                                

kevin.gormley@oxnardpd.org

On September 21, 2020 at approximately 9:20 A.M., officers from the Oxnard Police Department were dispatched to a roommate dispute at a residence in the 1800 block of La Puerta Avenue. The reporting party advised that the suspect, Roy Jimenez, a 59-year-old Oxnard resident who is currently on CDC parole for bank robbery, was armed with a knife and was attempting to stab the occupants of the residence. When officers arrived, they heard an argument inside of the residence. Officers attempted to make contact with the occupants however, they were unsuccessful. Due to the danger the occupants were in, officers forced entry into the residence. Upon entry, officers confronted Jimenez, who was armed with a pipe. Jimenez charged at the officers, who deployed a less-lethal device in an attempt to stop Jimenez. Once deployed, Jimenez stopped charging at the officers and retreated further into the residence. Officers then assisted the occupants of the residence to safety.

Based on the circumstances, the Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) was requested and responded. Investigators from the Violent Crimes Unit also responded to assist and obtained a search warrant for the residence as well as an arrest warrant for Jimenez. After multiple attempts to speak with Jimenez to have him exit the residence, members of the SWAT Team and the K-9 Unit entered the residence and made contact with Jimenez. Jimenez remained uncooperative and was taken into custody with the assistance of PSD Leo. During the arrest, Jimenez assaulted PSD Leo with a metal pipe. Jimenez was transported to an area hospital for evaluation prior to being booked at the Ventura County Jail for his outstanding warrant related to this incident. He was also charged with Assaulting a Police Service Dog. No further information is available at this time.

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 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.