Traffic at the intersection of Oxnard Boulevard and Gonzales Road will be heavily impacted while cleanup is done for a single-vehicle non-injury accident. Please use alternate routes.
Oxnard beaches to remain open but parking will be limited and residents are reminded to adhere to the County Health Order
As we look ahead to this Labor Day weekend, the Oxnard Police Department would like residents to know that our beaches are open, however all safety guidelines in our current County Health Order must be observed. Please gather only with members of the same household and follow social distancing guidelines at all times. "No Parking" signs will be posted in residential neighborhoods to prevent overcrowding. We appreciate all care and efforts made to stop the spread and keep our community safe. Please observe Labor Day responsibly.
Prepared by: Assistant Chief Eric S. Sonstegard
News Release Date: September 4, 2020
Media Follow-Up Contact: Eric S. Sonstegard, Assistant Police Chief
eric.sonstegard@oxnardpd.org / (805) 990-1079
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NEWS RELEASE
DATE: September 4th, 2020
SUBJECT: Gang Member Arrested for Firearm Possession
LOCATION: 2900 Block of South Rose Avenue
CONTACT: Jose Velazquez, Senior Officer
(805) 385-3290 | jose.velazquez@oxnardpd.org
On September 4th, 2020, at approximately 6:30 PM, officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit (gang unit) conducted a traffic stop on a black Jeep Grand Cherokee for a vehicle code violation in the 2900 block of South Rose Avenue. The driver, David Gasca (24 yrs.), was contacted in the vehicle. Gasca is a known criminal street gang member within the City of Oxnard and on probation with search terms.
Pursuant to Gasca’s search terms, officers searched the vehicle and located a loaded .380 semi-automatic handgun concealed within the vehicle. Additional rounds of ammunition were located as well. A records check revealed the firearm as stolen in the City of Port Hueneme. Gasca was arrested for numerous felony 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 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 4th, 2020 / 2140 hours
NEWS RELEASE
DATE: September 5, 2020
SUBJECT: DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint Results
CONTACT: Jose Diaz, Senior Traffic Officer
(805) 385-7749 | jose.diaz@oxnardpd.org
Four Drivers Arrested at Oxnard DUI Checkpoints
Oxnard, Calif. – Four drivers were arrested for DUI while conducting two DUI checkpoints on September 4, 2020. The checkpoints were held at Rose Avenue and Lindsey Place and at Victoria Avenue and Hemlock Street from 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Forty-nine drivers were cited for operating a vehicle unlicensed or with a suspended/revoked license, 24 traffic citations issued, two vehicles were towed, and 1494 vehicles screened.
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: September 2, 2020, 9:23 a.m.
SUBJECT: Narcotics Sales Arrest / Felony Warrant Arrest
SUSPECTS: Juan Arceo, 49 year old Oxnard resident
Miguel Cardenas, 43 year old Oxnard resident
LOCATION: 1100 block of King Street
CONTACT: Brandon Ordelheide, Sergeant
805-256-5121, Brandon.Ordelheide@oxnardpd.org
On August 20, 2020, the Oxnard Drug Enforcement Unit and the Ventura Police Department Street Crimes Unit served a search warrant in the 1000 block of King Street in reference to Juan Arceo being involved in drug sales. Arceo was contacted and taken into custody for maintaining a drug house, a felony. On August 21, 2020 Arceo bailed out of jail.
On August 28, 2020, DEU detectives responded to a fatal overdose in the same area where Arceo lived. During the investigation, detectives learned that Arceo had been released from jail and was continuing his drug activity in the neighborhood.
On September 2, 2020, at approximately 9:23 a.m., the Oxnard Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) served an arrest warrant in the 1100 block of King Street for, Juan Arceo, in reference to an active narcotics warrant. During the warrant service, Arceo was contacted in front of the residence and taken into custody. Detectives observed Miguel Cardenas, 43 year old Oxnard resident, flee into the residence. Cardenas had an active felony warrant for robbery. Detectives located Cardenas hiding in the residence and he surrendered peacefully when contacted.
After both subjects were taken into custody, Detectives conducted a probation search of Arceo’s residence per his search terms. During a search of his bedroom, detectives located a large quantity of Methamphetamine, Fentanyl, and Cocaine consistent with street level drug sales. The amount of Fentanyl located in Arceo’s possession could have caused over 9,000 fatal overdoses. Arceo was charged with two separate counts of possession for sales for the different drugs, possession of ammunition by a convicted felon, and maintaining a drug house, all felonies. Arceo was booked into jail with a bail request of $500,000.
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 (800)222-8477. You can also visit their website: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.
NEWS RELEASE
DATE: September 2, 2020, 11:27 A.M.
SUBJECT: Arrests Made In Neighbor Dispute
LOCATION: 1100 Block Of South “K” Street, Oxnard, CA
CONTACT: Roger Ramirez, Detective
(805) 288-3289
On September 2, 2020 at approximately 11:27 A.M., officers from the Oxnard Police Department were dispatched to a shooting call in the 11 block of South “K” Street. When officers arrived, they were able to locate witnesses who told them that a dispute between neighbors had occurred. At one point, two of the involved parties went back into their residence and obtained firearms, then approached their neighbor again and challenged him. As the dispute continued, one of the armed suspects discharged his weapon. Fortunately, nobody was injured from the gunfire. Both suspects then retreated into their residence.
Officers on scene were able to make contact with the suspects, a 17-year-old male and a 14-year-old male, and they were taken into custody without incident. Investigators from the Oxnard Police Department Violent Crimes Unit responded to the scene to continue the investigation. A search warrant was authored for the suspect residence and two firearms, and ammunition were recovered. The two juveniles were arrested for attempted assault with a deadly weapon, making criminal threats, and brandishing a firearm. The 17-year-old suspect was later lodged at Juvenile Hall and the 14-year-old suspect was released to his parents. The investigation is ongoing and 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: August 29th, 2020, 8:05 P.M.
SUBJECT: Gang Member/ Prohibited Person Arrested for Firearm Possession
LOCATION: 2800 block S. Rose Ave., Oxnard
SUSPECTS: Alejandro Alvarado 21 year old Oxnard resident
CONTACT: Christopher Williams, Commander
(805) 207-7234 | christopher.williams@Oxnardpd.org
On August 29th, at approximately 8:05 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Special Enforcement Unit (Gang Unit) conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a traffic violation on Channel Islands Blvd at Rose Avenue, in Oxnard. Officers contacted the driver, Alejandro Alvarado, who is a documented Oxnard gang member. Officers conducted an inventory search prior to towing the vehicle. During the search, officers located a stolen, loaded .38 special revolver and additional ammunition. Alvarado was arrested for possession of a stolen firearm, a prohibited person in possession of a loaded firearm, and a prohibited person in possession of ammunition. In May 2020, Alvarado led officers on a vehicle pursuit and was arrested for driving without a license, possession of a controlled substance, and evading. Alvarado has previously been convicted of robbery and is a prohibited person from possessing firearms & ammunition.
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: August, 6, 2020 / 2030 hours
NEWS RELEASE
DATE: August 28, 2020, 11:34 a.m.
SUBJECT: Narcotics Sales Arrest / Felony Warrant Arrest
SUSPECTS: Elizabeth Fine, 25 year old Oxnard resident
LOCATION: 1200 block of South Oxnard Blvd
CONTACT: Brandon Ordelheide, Sergeant
805-256-5121, Brandon.Ordelheide@oxnardpd.org
On August 28, 2020, at approximately 11:34 a.m., the Oxnard Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) was conducting an investigation in 1200 block of S. Oxnard Blvd. During the investigation, officers observed Elizabeth Fine, 25 year old Oxnard resident, seated in the driver’s seat of a vehicle. Detectives had prior knowledge that Fine had an outstanding felony warrant for robbery and an outstanding felony warrant for Auto Theft. Patrol Officers responded to the scene and contacted Fine. Fine was placed under arrest for her felony warrants. During a search of her purse, detectives located Methamphetamine, Fentanyl, Heroin, Xanax, and Cocaine in a quantity consistent of street level drug sales. Fine was additionally charged with three separate counts of possession for sales for the different drugs, all felonies.
During the investigation, Fine attempted to provide a different name and provided officers with a California identification belonging to that person. Officers contacted the owner of the California identification and learned that she was a victim of a theft in July of this year. Additionally, detectives learned that Fine was arrested yesterday and used the victims’ information during the arrest. Fine was additionally charged with false impersonation of another person, a felony.
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 (800)222-8477. You can also visit their website: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.
NEWS RELEASE
DATE: September 1, 2020
SUBJECT: Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Operation
LOCATION: City of Oxnard
CONTACT: Jose Diaz, Senior Traffic Officer
(805) 385-7749 | jose.diaz@oxnardpd.org
Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operation Planned for September 1, 2020
The Oxnard Police Department will conduct a bicycle and pedestrian safety enforcement operation on September 1, 2020, from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.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. So far this year, the Oxnard Police Department has investigated three deadly and 85 injury collisions involving bicyclists and pedestrians.
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.
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