Re: Missing Dependent Adult

NEWS RELEASE

DATE:          April 16, 2020; 11:30 P.M.  

SUBJECT:   Missing Dependent Adult

                     Raya Mkrpchyan, 85 year old female

LOCATION: 5200 S. “J” Street, 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.  Raya Mkrpchyan, an 85 year old female, was reported missing from a care facility in the 5200 block of South “J” Street in Oxnard at about 9:30PM.  Raya is described as a white female, 5’3”, 135 pounds, gray hair and brown eyes.  She was last seen wearing a floral print cardigan, black shoes, and pants. 

It is not known where Raya may have been headed.  If you see her, please call the Oxnard Police Department dispatch center at (805) 385-7740

Date/Time Prepared:    April 16, 2020 – 11:30PM

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DATE:                        April 13, 2020, 12:25 P.M.

SUBJECT:               Man Arrested after Assaulting Police Detectives with a Screwdriver

SUSPECT:               Oscar Villareal, 52-year-old, Oxnard Resident

LOCATION:              600 block of Meta Street, Oxnard

CONTACT:               Brandon Ordelheide, Sergeant

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

On April 13th, 2020, at about 12:25 P.M., Detectives from the Oxnard Police Department were driving in a marked police vehicle in the area of Sixth Street and Meta Street when they observed a female yelling for help. The Detectives stopped to assist the female and observed Oscar Villareal attempting to leave the area. As Detectives attempted to contact Villareal, he produced a 9-inch screwdriver from his pocket and lunged towards one of the detectives. The detective’s retreated and began attempts to negotiate with Villareal and he immediately threw the screwdriver at the other detective. One detective attempted to utilize an electronic control device, however, Villareal was able to break the wires causing minimal effect. Villareal was tackled to the ground and taken into custody without further incident. Neither detective was injured during the incident.

Officers later learned that Villareal had brandished a weapon at the female victim minutes prior to the detectives arrival. Villareal was placed under arrest for assault with a deadly weapon and resisting an executive officer, both felonies. This is the sixteenth time Villareal has been arrested in Oxnard in the last twelve months.       

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:                      April 8, 2020, 9:00 A.M.

SUBJECT:               Man Arrested for Conspiracy, Extortion, Possession and Distribution of Child Exploitation Material

SUSPECT:               Andres Muro, 20-year-old, Oxnard Resident

LOCATION:              700 block North C Street, Oxnard

CONTACT:               Scott Aaron, Sergeant

                                 (805) 385-7756 | Scott.Aaron@OxnardPD.org

On April 8th, 2020, after a lengthy investigation, investigators from the Oxnard Police Department’s Family Protection Unit, Ventura County District Attorney’s Office and members of the Southern California High Tech Task Force served a search warrant on a residence in the 700 block of North C Street, in the City of Oxnard. During the subsequent investigation and search, Oxnard resident, Andres Muro, was identified as allegedly being in possession of child exploitation material as well as participating in the distribution of child exploitation material. He worked in concert with another individual who was arrested by the Ventura Police Department on April 6, 2020.

Mr. Muro was arrested for one count of possession of child pornography with intent to distribute, one count of bringing obscene matter into or distributing within the state, one count of possessing matter depicting sexual conduct of a person under the age of 18, one count of conspiracy to commit distribution of child pornography, and one count of extortion.  Mr. Muro was booked and released on a bail amount of $50,000. 

The Oxnard Police Department would like to remind the public that the possession of child pornography is a felony and can be punishable with imprisonment in State Prison. In addition to being captured in images and videos, many children depicted are often the victims of sexual assault, exploitation, or human trafficking. The Oxnard Police Department is committed to protecting the safety of our youth and the continuing investigation of these crimes against children will be vigorously investigated and prosecuted.

Anyone with information regarding Mr. Muro, the Instagram usernames of Goddesswoes or Branson_graf, or the possession of child pornography is encouraged to contact Detective Kevin Adair with the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7663. For additional information on how to report child pornography, contact the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at www.missingkids.com.

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.

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DATE:           April 5, 2020, 4:57 PM

SUBJECT:    Two Suspects Arrested for Burglary

LOCATION:  4800 Block of Oceanaire Street

VICTIM:         Undisclosed

SUSPECT:    Taylor Markham, age 26, Simi Valley resident

                      Michael Arellanes, age 26,  transient

CONTACT:    Robin Whitney, Patrol Commander

                      (805) 385-7771 | robinwhitney@Oxnardpd.org

On April 5, 2020, at around 4:57 p.m., a patrol sergeant observed a suspicious vehicle blocking the driveway of a residence that was for sale in the 4800 block of Oceanaire Street. The sergeant stopped to investigate and spoke to a neighbor. As the sergeant was gathering information, the garage door at the for sale residence opened and two subjects emerged from it. Both of the subjects were detained for further investigation. Officers contacted the realtor responsible for the property who responded to the location. Officers searched the residence and found items that had been moved from their original location and appeared to be staged for pick-up. Officers searched the suspects’ vehicle and located additional items that were taken from the residence. Suspects Taylor Markham and Michael Arellanes, both age 26, were arrested for burglary. Officers on scene recognized suspect Markham as being wanted on two additional burglaries that recently occurred in the Seabridge area. Markham was arrested on those burglaries as well, for a total of three counts of burglary. Markham has a criminal history including a previous felony conviction for burglary in Santa Barabara County. Suspect Arellanes also has an extensive criminal history, is a convicted felon, and is currently on parole for robbery.

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.  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.  

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DATE:            April 3, 2020; 11:30 A.M.  

SUBJECT:    Serious Assault / Elder Abuse & Arrest

LOCATION:  Sixth and Meta Streets, Oxnard

VICTIM:         77 year old male

SUSPECT:    John Ortiz, 51 year old Oxnard transient

CONTACT:    Kevin Baysinger, Commander

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

On April 3 at about 11:30AM, Oxnard Fire, EMS personnel and Police responded to a victim of an assault at Sixth and Meta Streets in Oxnard.  The victim, a 77-year old male, had been seriously battered by the suspect and was transported to a local hospital.  A witness observed the assault, and stated that the suspect approached the victim and struck him in his face, causing the victim to fall to the ground.  The suspect continued to kick and punch the victim several times about this head.  The witness was able to obtain a photograph of the suspect as he fled the scene, and shared this with Police. 

Officers contacted the victim at the hospital.  His injuries consisted of head trauma, as well as bruises and cuts to his head, lip and hand.  He was able to provide a statement to officers.  Additionally, he stated that the suspect threw rocks at his head, but missed.  He was listed in guarded condition. 

Officers contacted a person matching the suspect’s description at Plaza Park in Oxnard.  John Ortiz, a 51 year old transient, admitted to being in a fight with the victim.  He was ultimately arrested for assault with a deadly weapon, assault with serious bodily injury, and elder abuse, all felonies. 

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.  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.  

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DATE:           April 3, 2020, 2:30 PM

SUBJECT:    Suspect Arrested for Possession of Stolen Property

LOCATION:  2300 Block Eastman Avenue

VICTIM:         Multiple Oxnard Businesses  

SUSPECT:    Gilbert Hernandez 61 Years Old

CONTACT:    Greg Utter, Property Crimes Detective

                       (805) 385-7600 | Greg.Utter@oxnardpd.org

On April 3, 2020, at 2:30 PM, Oxnard Police Officers were dispatched to the 2300 block of Eastman Avenue reference two stolen box trucks that were parked in the area. Officers arrived on scene and located both box trucks parked side by side, in the parking lot of an industrial complex. Oxnard resident, Gilbert Hernandez, was located inside one of the box trucks and was taken into custody. Both trucks were reported stolen from a local Oxnard business several days prior. The vehicles were valued at approximately $100,000.00 each. Officers located stolen property from another local Oxnard business inside of both box trucks. The value of the recovered stolen property was approximately $70,000.00. During the investigation, Hernandez was found to have stolen both trucks and all of the property inside. Hernandez was arrested for multiple counts of vehicle theft and grand theft.

There is no further information to be released at this time. An investigation is continuing.

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. 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.