OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Missing Dependent Adult
DATE/TIME:	January 19, 2020, 7:05 p.m.
LOCATION:	400 block North Juanita Avenue
MISSING PERSON:	Christopher Lopez, age 18
PREPARED BY:	Jeff Long, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Jeff Long, Sergeant jeff.long@oxnardpd.org (805) 385-7771

DETAILS:

The Oxnard Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing dependent adult. On 1/19/20, at 7:05 p.m., the police department received a call of a missing dependent adult from the 400 block of North Juanita Avenue in Oxnard. 18-year-old Christopher Lopez was last seen at his home on North Juanita Avenue this afternoon at around 2:30 p.m. Lopez is described as a Hispanic, male, 5’2”, 130 lbs, brown hair, brown eyes, wearing a blue shirt, black shorts with a black back pack.

Anyone who has seen Mr. Lopez, or knows his possible whereabouts, is asked to contact the Oxnard Police Department at 805-385-7740 or dial 911.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: January 19, 2020/ 9:30 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Suspect Arrested for Possession of a Concealed Loaded Firearm
DATE/TIME:	January 15, 2020/ 9:20 p.m.
LOCATION:	Saviers Road at Fir Avenue
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Antonio Rodriguez, age 48, Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Mike Gregson, Sergeant mike.gregson@Oxnardpd.org 805-385-7600
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Mike Gregson, Sergeant mike.gregson@Oxnardpd.org 805-385-7600

DETAILS:

On January 15, at about 9:20 p.m. officers contacted Antonio Rodriguez, who was riding a bike in the area of Saviers Road and Fir Avenue. Rodriguez is on probation with search terms. During a pat down search, Rodriguez attempted to pull away from officers and flee. A loaded handgun fell from his pants during the struggle.

Further investigation indicated that Rodriguez is a prohibited person and has prior convictions for a violent felony and firearms charges. He was arrested for various firearms related charges.

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.

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INCIDENT:	Narcotics Search Warrant
DATE/TIME:	January 15, 2020 @ 4:58 a.m.
LOCATION:	1600 block of Gina Drive, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Abraham Shamitz, 36 year old Oxnard Resident David Richards, 54 year old Oxnard Resident Jeff Norton, 57 year old Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Brandon Ordelheide, Sergeant Brandon.Ordelheide@Oxnardpd.org 805-256-5121
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Andrew Pinkstaff, Senior Officer Andrew.Pinkstaff@Oxnardpd.org 805-383-8757

DETAILS:

On January 15, at 4:58 a.m., The Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit, K9 Unit, and detectives from the Ventura County Combined Agency Task Force (VCAT) served a search warrant in the 1600 block of Gina Drive in reference to ongoing narcotics activity. During the execution of the search warrant, Officers contacted thirteen people who are living in the 3 bedroom 1100 square foot residence. The living room area of the residence was converted into 5 sleeping areas and the garage had an additional 3 sleeping areas. The City of Oxnard Code Compliance Division was notified and responded to the residence. After the investigation, the residence was “yellow” tagged and deemed uninhabitable due to the non-permitted modifications to the structure and makeshift bedrooms.

During a search of the residence, detectives located several replica firearms, Heroin, Methamphetamine, and a large sum of US Currency. Abraham Shamitz was arrested for three outstanding misdemeanor warrants. David Richards was arrested for three outstanding misdemeanor warrants and Jeff Norton was arrested for narcotics related charges. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information regarding this case or other criminal activity is encouraged to

contact Detective Andrew Pinkstaff at (805) 383-8757 , 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.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Suspect Arrested for Possession of a Stolen Firearm
DATE/TIME:	January 15, 2020/ 2:18 a.m.
LOCATION:	1800 block of N. Ventura Rd.
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Joel Lemus, 18 years, Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Rocky Marquez, Sergeant Rocky.marquez@Oxnardpd.org 805-385-7600
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Rocky Marquez, Sergeant Rocky.marquez@Oxnardpd.org 805-385-7600

DETAILS:

On January 15, at 2:18 a.m., an Oxnard Police Officer attempted to contact a suspicious subject possibly casing for robberies in the 1800 block of N. Ventura Rd. Upon seeing the officer, Joel Lemus fled on foot and discarded a loaded .357 Cal Revolver. Lemus was apprehended by the officers a short distance away.

Further investigation indicated that Lemus was not the registered owner of the revolver. A records check revealed that the handgun was reported stolen in 2008. Lemus was subsequently arrested for resisting, obstructing and/ or delaying a peace officer and various firearms related charges

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

DATE / TIME PREPARED: January 15, 2020 / 0415 hours

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Shooting Victim
DATE/TIME:	01/13/2020/1:15PM
LOCATION:	100 Block Of North Roosevelt Avenue, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	29-Year-Old Male, Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown
PREPARED BY:	Mike Johnson, Sergeant (805) 486-6211 Mike.johnson@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Kevin Gormley, Detective (805) 385-7686 kevin.gormley@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On 01/13/2020 at approximately 1:15 p.m., officers with the Oxnard Police Department were dispatched to the 100 block of North Roosevelt Avenue in reference to a shooting victim. Upon arrival, officers located a 29-year-old male suffering from a single gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital and is listed in stable condition. There is no additional information available at this time and the investigation is ongoing. Any witnesses to the incident are encouraged to contact Detective Kevin Gormley at (805) 385-7686.

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.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 01/13/2020, 4:50 P.M.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Shooting Victim
DATE/TIME:	01/13/2020/1:15PM
LOCATION:	100 Block Of North Roosevelt Avenue, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	29-Year-Old Male, Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown
PREPARED BY:	Mike Johnson, Sergeant (805) 486-6211 Mike.johnson@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Kevin Gormley, Detective (805) 385-7686 kevin.gormley@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On 01/13/2020 at approximately 1:15 p.m., officers with the Oxnard Police Department were dispatched to the 100 block of NorthRoosevelt Avenue in reference to a shooting victim. Upon arrival, officers located a 29-year-old male suffering from a single gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital and is listed in stable condition. There is no additional information available at this time and the investigation is ongoing. Any witnesses to the incident are encouraged to contact Detective Kevin Gormley at (805) 385-7686.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 01/13/2020, 4:50 P.M.

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Gang Member/ Prohibited Person Arrested for Possession of a Firearm
DATE/TIME:	January 11, 2020/ 8:34 p.m.
LOCATION:	Mariposa Street and Dahlia Street
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Andrew Marquez, 28 years, Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Roque Rivera, Police Officer II Roque.rivera@Oxnardpd.org 805-385-7600
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Christopher Williams, Commander Christopher.williams@Oxnardpd.org 805-207-7234

DETAILS:

On January 11, at 8:34 p.m., officers from the Special Enforcement Unit (gang unit) and the K9 Unit conducted a traffic stop in the area of Gallatin Place and Gonzales Road for a vehicle code violation. The vehicle failed to yield, and a pursuit ensued. The pursuit ended in the west alley of the 2100 block of Mariposa Street when it collided with an unoccupied parked vehicle. The driver who was later identified as Andrew Marquez, fled on foot. After a brief foot pursuit, Marquez was apprehended in the area of Mariposa Street and Dahlia Street.

Marquez is a documented criminal street gang member within the City of Oxnard. Marquez is on probation for residential burglary and is a prohibited person from possession of firearms and ammunition. During a search of the vehicle, officers located a loaded handgun in a hidden compartment of the vehicle.

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: January 11, 2020 / 2345 hours

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Update: Death of 4-year old child is determined to be accidental
DATE/TIME:	January 5, 2020, 2:04 P.M.
LOCATION:	3400 block of Olds Road, Oxnard
VICTIM:	4-year old, Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Scott Aaron (805) 385-7763 Scott.Aaron@Oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Scott Aaron (805) 385-7763 Scott.Aaron@Oxnardpd.org Commander Sharon Giles (805) 385-7620 Sharon.Giles@Oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

At approximately 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, January 5, 2020, Oxnard Police Department officers responded to a home on the 3400 block of Olds Road regarding an injured child. A four year-old boy was taken to St. John’s Regional Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries.

The Oxnard Police Department’s investigation has concluded that the child’s death was an accidental hanging. The Oxnard Police Department, in conjunction with the Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office, investigates all instances of death that occur in the City of Oxnard.

Assistant Chief Jason Benites stated, “Following first responder’s efforts, the purpose of the Oxnard Police Department’s investigation was to determine what set of circumstances led to this tragic accident. We at the Oxnard Police Department are saddened that the parents and siblings of this child are mourning the loss of their loved one.”

Statistics from the National Safety Council, the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, and other sources indicate that during each year in the United States, about 2,000 children ages 14 and under die as a result of a home injury. Unintentional home injury deaths to children are caused primarily by fire and burns, suffocation, drowning, firearms, falls, choking, and poisoning.

The Oxnard Police Department would like to take this opportunity to remind parents to check their homes for objects that could pose potential hazards to their children. Items that may present a danger to young children can include things such as unsecured cleaning supplies, cords from blinds or curtains, unsecured furniture that children can climb, beds or other furniture placed next to windows, and uncovered electrical outlets.

The Oxnard Police Department encourages those that have young children in their homes to get down to their child’s height level, and go through every room to see what their child can get into. It is an ongoing process to help keep your child safe in your home. For additional information on childproofing your home, you can visit the National Safety Council at: https://www.nsc.org/home-safety/safety-topics/child-safety/childproofing

DATE / TIME PREPARED: January 7, 2020, 3:30 P.M.

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Pedestrian related traffic collision
DATE/TIME:	January 6, 2020, 11:16 P.M.
LOCATION:	Ventura Road north of Fifth
VICTIM(S):	44 year old Oxnard resident
VEHICLE INVOLVED:	2016 Silver Ford F150 driven by a 52 year old Oxnard resident.
PREPARED BY:	Senior Officer Paul Knapp (805) 385-7750 paul.knapp@Oxnardpd.org
FOLLOW UP CONTACT PERSON:	Officer Paul Knapp (805) 385-7750 paul.knapp@Oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On January 6, 2020, at about 11:15 P.M., patrol officers from the Oxnard Police Department along with Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to the area of Ventura Road north of Fifth Street, in the City of Oxnard, regarding an injury traffic collision involving a pedestrian. EMS personnel arrived and transported a 44-year-old male pedestrian to Ventura County Medical Center. The male pedestrian succumbed to his injuries.

Based upon preliminary investigation, the male was walking across the roadway of Ventura Road north of Fifth Street. A silver Ford F150 travelling south on Ventura Road struck the male pedestrian.

The driver of the Ford remained on scene and was cooperative with investigators. Alcohol and speed do not appear to be a factor in this collision.

Investigators are asking the public to come forward if anyone has witnessed this incident. The public is asked to contact Officer Paul Knapp at (805) 385-7750. 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.

INCIDENT:	Gang Member/ Prohibited Person Arrested for Possession of a Firearm
DATE/TIME:	January 6, 2020/ 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION:	Gonzalez Road at Patterson Road
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Rodolfo Hernandez, 24 years, Oxnard Resident David Rosales, 30 years, Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Martin Cook, Sergeant Martin.cook@Oxnardpd.org 805-385-7600
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Christopher Williams, Commander Christopher.williams@Oxnardpd.org 805-207-7234

DETAILS:

On January 6, at 8:00 p.m., officers from the Special Enforcement Unit (gang unit) conducted a traffic stop in the area of Gonzalez Road and “C” Street for a vehicle code violation. The vehicle failed to yield, and a pursuit ensued. The pursuit continued westbound on Gonzalez Road, and the pursued vehicle veered off the roadway as it attempted to make a turn at the intersection of Gonzalez Road and Patterson Road. The vehicle collided with and came to rest in a drainage ditch northwest of the intersection. Several subjects fled from the vehicle, and officers contacted Rodolfo Hernandez and David Rosales a short distance from the collision. Hernandez and Rosales are documented criminal street gang members within the City of Oxnard, and both are Post Release Offenders (PRO) in the County of Ventura. The driver of the vehicle was not located.

Hernandez was found in possession of a sawed off shotgun and ammunition. Hernandez is a prohibited person from possession of a firearm or ammunition. Hernandez was arrested for various firearms related charges, and Rosales was arrested for obstructing and/ or delaying a peace officer and a PRO violation.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: January 6, 2020 / 2330 hours