OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Subjects in Possession of a Loaded Firearm and Narcotic Paraphernalia
DATE/TIME:	June 3, 2019, @ 5:00 PM
LOCATION:	2000 Block of Napoleon Ave.
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Rafael Aguilar, 27 year old Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Robert Flinn, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Christopher Williams, Commander christopher.williams@oxnardpd.org 805-207-7234

DETAILS:

On June 3, 2019, at approximately 5:00 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit and K-9 Unit conducted a traffic enforcement stop in the area of Channel Islands Blvd. and Merced Pl. Officers contacted a passenger in the vehicle identified as Rafael Aguilar and found that Aguilar was recently released from custody on his own recognizance from a prior arrest. The conditions of his O.R release means he has search terms and is not to engage in any criminal activity. Aguilar was found to be in possession of narcotic paraphernalia and was arrested.

Officers from the Oxnard Police Department SWAT team authored a search warrant for Aguilar’s residence in the 2000 block of Napoleon Ave. During the search of his residence, officers located evidence linking Aguilar to a criminal street gang. Additionally, they located a sawed off 22 caliber rifle belonging to Aguilar. Aguilar was additionally charged with the illegal firearm possession along with his other charges.

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 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: June 3, 2019, at 10:30 PM.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Man arrested in aggravated robbery outside Panera Bread
DATE/TIME:	June 2, 2019 / 5:30 p.m.
LOCATION:	Panera Bread, 2720 Portico Way, Oxnard, CA 93030
VICTIM(S):	Identity not released
SUSPECT(S):	Joseph Angel Sandoval-Bibiano,18, Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Luis Mc Arthur, Commander luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org 805-207-4762
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Luis Mc Arthur, Commander luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org 805-207-4762

DETAILS:

At about 5:30 p.m., officers responded to Panera Bread at The Collection regarding an aggravated robbery. Two teens were outside the restaurant when two men approached them. One suspect threatened the victims and took the victim’s jewelry before both suspects jumped into a Mercedes Benz and fled the area.

The victims were not injured.

The Mercedes was later spotted by police in The Collection parking lot and suspect Joseph Sandoval-Bibiano was found in the vehicle and identified as one of the assailants. He was arrested for robbery and criminal possession of a controlled substance. The other suspect remains at large and police are continuing to investigate the 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. 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: June 2, 2019 / 8:00 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Youth Decoy Program
DATE/TIME:	May 9, 2019, 1700-2000 hrs. May 25, 2019, 1300-1800 hrs. May 28, 2019, 1700-2000 hrs.
LOCATION:	Various Retail Locations – City of Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	A Plus Mini Mart, 902 N. A Street La Michoacana Market, 330 Cooper Road Oxnard Donuts, 1351 W. Gonzales Road Circle K, 501 S. Rose Avenue Doc’s Liquor & Market, 2195 E. Channel IslandsBlvd Fred’s Gas, 3211 Saviers Road
PREPARED BY:	Senior Officer Hannah Estrada
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Hannah Estrada hannah.estrada@oxnardpd.org (805) 200-2132

DETAILS:

The Oxnard Police Departmentcited six clerks for selling tobacco products to minors between May 9, 2019, and May 28, 2019. The actions were the result of a youth decoy program in which minors, under the direct supervision of officers, attempted to purchase tobacco or vape items from 48 tobacco retail licensees in the City of Oxnard. The goal of these operations is to limit youth access to tobacco and vape products, and confirm that local businesses are operating in compliance with the law. The following establishments were cited for selling tobacco products to minors:

A Plus Mini Mart, 902 N. A Street
La Michoacana Market, 330 Cooper Road
Oxnard Donuts, 1351 W. Gonzales Road
Circle K, 501 S. Rose Avenue
Doc’s Liquor & Market, 2195 E. Channel Islands Blvd
Fred’s Gas, 3211 Saviers Road

The Oxnard Police Department will continue to conduct periodic compliance checks to reduce the availability of tobacco and vape products to our youth. Minor Decoy operations have been conducted by local law enforcement throughout the state since the 1980s. In 1994, the California Supreme Court ruled unanimously that use of underage decoys is a valid tool of law enforcement to ensure that licensees are complying with the law.

This project is part of the State of California Department of Justice Tobacco Grant Program, funded by the California Healthcare, Research and Prevention Tobacco Tax Act of 2016.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 5/29/19 1230 Hours

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Man allegedly involved in fight arrested for drunk driving, possession of handgun and drugs
DATE/TIME:	May 29, 2019 / 4:30 p.m.
LOCATION:	Walmart parking lot, 2701 Saviers Road, Oxnard, CA 93030
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Victor Aguiar, 25, Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Luis Mc Arthur, Commander luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org (805) 207-4762
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Luis Mc Arthur, Commander luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org (805) 207-4762

DETAILS:

On Tuesday, May 28, 2019, at about 4:30 p.m. an officer saw a man fighting with another man in the parking lot of Walmart located at 2701 Saviers Road. The man jumped into his car and fled when he saw the officer approach.

Victor Aguiar, 25, of Oxnard was pulled over and a passenger ran from the car.

The officer noticed that Aguiar was driving under the influence of alcohol and noticed a gun on the floor of the driver’s seat. Aguiar was asked to step out of the car.

The officer seized a Glock semi-automatic firearm and arrested Aguiar.

Aguiar was charged with drunk driving, unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition and possession of methamphetamine.

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: May 28, 2019 / 9 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Man shot while sitting in car
DATE/TIME:	May 28, 2019 / 6:17 p.m.
LOCATION:	4400 block of south C St., Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Identity not released
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown
PREPARED BY:	Luis Mc Arthur, Commander luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org 805-207-4762
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Luis Mc Arthur, Commander luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org 805-207-4762

DETAILS:

The shooting occurred on Tuesday, May 28, 2019, at 6:17 p.m. in the 4400 block of south C Street when the suspect approached the car on foot and opened fire on the victim.

The victim, in his 20s, was taken by ambulance to Ventura County Medical Center. His injuries were serious but not life threatening.

There was no immediate motive or suspect information.

DATE / TIME PREPARED May 28, 2019 / 8:00 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Second Suspicious Hit and Run Collision is Oxnard’s 6th Homicide
DATE/TIME:	May 23, 2019, 10:55 P.M.
LOCATION:	West Alley of the 2000 block of Mariposa Street, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Michael Holley, 31-year old Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown, Hispanic Male
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Scott Aaron (805) 385-7763 Scott.Aaron@Oxnardpd.org
FOLLOW UP 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:

On May 23, 2019, at about 10:55 P.M., officers responded to a collision scene west alley of the 2000 block of Mariposa Street. The Oxnard Police Department Major Crimes Unit responded to complete the investigation due to the suspicious nature of the collision.

Detectives believe that the vehicle being driven by an unknown subject intentionally hit and killed 31-year-old Michael Holley then fled the scene. Oxnard Police Department Major Crimes detectives are asking for the public’s help in locating any witnesses who witness this horrible crime. This is considered Oxnard’s sixth homicide in 2019.

Investigators are asking for the public’s assistance to locate a light colored, late model pick-up, similar to a Dodge. If anyone has witnessed this incident, please contact Detective Jose Velazquez (805) 385-7760.

Investigators are encouraging anyone who may have video recorded or photographed all or part of the incident, to upload their media directly to investigators via the following link: https://oxnardpd.evidence.com/axon/citizen/public/2000mariposa052419. 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.

The City of Oxnard offers a reward of $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of 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: May 28, 2019, 11:30 A.M.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Drunk man found with loaded gun
DATE/TIME:	May 27, 2019 / 8 p.m.
LOCATION:	500 block Cuesta Del Mar Drive, Oxnard, CA 93030
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Jonathan Morgutia, 20, Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Luis Mc Arthur, Commander luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org (805) 207-4762
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Luis Mc Arthur, Commander luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org (805) 207-4762

DETAILS:

On Monday, May 27, 2019, at around 8 p.m. officers received a call about a man holding a gun in front of an apartment complex in the 500 block of Cuesta Del Mar Drive in the Southwinds neighborhood of Oxnard.

When officers arrived on-scene, they spoke with witnesses who said they saw the man, Jonathan Morgutia, 20, with the gun.

Officers spotted Morgutia. He was wearing a hooded jacket with the hoodie over his head and the jacket covered his waistline. Morgutia was under the influence of alcohol and a loaded handgun was found concealed inside his waistband.

Morgutia was arrested and charged with carrying a concealed loaded firearm.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Serious injury collision, vehicle vs. pedestrian
DATE/TIME:	May 27, 2019, 5:26 p.m.
LOCATION:	Intersection of Hueneme Road and Saviers Road, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Hispanic male, 42-year-old Oxnard resident
VEHICLE INVOLVED:	Gray 2008 Ford Taurus driven by a 23 year old Port Hueneme resident
PREPARED BY:	Senior Officer Paul Knapp (805) 385-7750 paul.knapp@Oxnardpd.org
FOLLOW UP CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Paul Knapp (805) 385-7750 paul.knapp@Oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On May 27, 2019, at about 5:26 p.m., patrol officers from the Oxnard Police Department along with Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to the intersection of Hueneme Road and Saviers Road, in the City of Oxnard, regarding an injury traffic collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian. EMS personnel arrived and transported a 42-year-old Hispanic male to Ventura County Medical Center.

Based upon preliminary investigation, the male was walking in a crosswalk across Saviers Road at the intersection with Hueneme Road. A gray Ford Taurus was westbound on Hueneme Road. Witnesses state that a white pickup truck that was eastbound on Hueneme Road had turned left into the path of the gray Ford. Both vehicles swerved to avoid a collision and the gray Ford struck the pedestrian. The white pickup truck left the scene north on Saviers Road. The driver of the Ford remained on scene and was cooperative with investigators.

Investigators 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/coloniaroad. 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 asking the public to come forward if anyone has witnessed this incident. The public is asked to contact Senior 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.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: May 27, 2019, 11:30 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Shooting Leads to Oxnard’s Fifth Homicide
DATE/TIME:	May 26, 2019, 1:38 A.M.
LOCATION:	100 block of West Seventh Street, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Hispanic Male, 22-year old Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Scott Aaron (805) 385-7763 Scott.Aaron@Oxnardpd.org
FOLLOW UP 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:

On May 26, 2019, at about 1:38 A.M., patrol officers from the Oxnard Police Department along with Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to the 100 block of West Seventh Street for a reported shooting victim. When officers arrived, they located a 22-year old Hispanic male lying in the alley. EMS transported him by ambulance to the Ventura County Medical Center. He was immediately taken into surgery where he succumbed to his injuries.

Investigators 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/100w7thst. 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.

The City of Oxnard offers a reward of $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of individuals responsible for committing homicides within the City.

Investigators are asking the public to come forward if anyone has witnessed this incident. The public is asked to contact Detective Ken Tougas (805) 200-5669.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: May 26, 2019, 6:30 A.M.

INCIDENT:	Search Warrant/ Armed Robbery Suspect Arrested
DATE/TIME:	May 24, 2019, 4:15 PM
LOCATION:	1000 Block Of Kamala Street
SUSPECT(S):	Robert Gonzales, 20-Year-Old Oxnard Resident Jose Torres, 23-Year-Old Oxnard Resident David Gonzales, 31-Year-Old Oxnard Resident Joshua Torres, 20-Year-Old Oxnard Resident 13-Year-Old Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Mike Johnson, Sergeant mike.johnson@oxnardpd.org (805) 486-6211
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Carey Everhart, Detective carey.everhart@oxnardpd.org (805) 486-6228

DETAILS:

On May 24^th2019 at approximately 4:15 P.M., Investigators from the Oxnard Police Department Violent Crimes Unit, with the assistance of the Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) and the K-9 Unit, served a search warrant in the 1000 block of Kamala Street. The search warrant was related to a felony vandalism investigation involving members of an Oxnard based criminal street gang.

Just prior to the service of the search warrant, Robert Gonzales, a 20 year old Oxnard resident, and a 13 year old Oxnard resident were contacted during a traffic stop and taken into custody for vandalism and Street Terrorism. Investigators and members of the SWAT Team and K-9 Unit then responded to a residence in the 1000 block of Kamala Street to serve the search warrant. During the service of the search warrant, officers made contact with Joshua Torres, a 20 year old Oxnard resident, and took him into custody for possession of narcotics paraphernalia. Two additional males in the residence refused to come out.

After approximately 45 minutes, David Gonzales, a 31 year old Oxnard resident, exited the residence and was taken into custody for an outstanding warrant for his arrest as well as resisting, delaying, or obstructing a peace officer. Approximately 40 minutes after that, the second subject, Jose Torres, a 23 year old Oxnard resident, also exited the residence and was taken into custody for resisting, delaying, or obstructing a peace officer.

During the subsequent investigation, investigators recognized Jose Torres as the suspect involved in an armed robbery that occurred today at approximately 3:40 A.M. In that incident, the suspect entered Oxnard Donuts, located at 2510 Saviers Road, brandished a knife, and stole property from two victims. He was later booked into the Ventura County Jail for armed robbery. The investigation is ongoing.

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.