OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Stabbing Victim
DATE/TIME:	10/25/2019/10:49PM
LOCATION:	200 Block W. Fifth Street, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	36-Year-Old Male, Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown
PREPARED BY:	Mike Johnson, Sergeant (805) 486-6211 [email protected]
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Roger Ramirez, Detective (805) 486-6297 [email protected]

DETAILS:

On 10/26/2019 at approximately 10:49 p.m., Officers with the Oxnard Police Department were dispatched to the 200 block of West Fifth Street in reference to a stabbing victim. Upon arrival, officers located a 36-year-old male suffering from multiple stab wounds. The victim was transported to a local hospital and is listed in serious condition. the investigation is ongoing. Any witnesses to the incident are encouraged to contact Detective Roger Ramirez.

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: 10/26/2019, 2:15 a.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Felon In Possession of a Loaded Firearm
DATE/TIME:	October 24, 2019, 9:32 p.m.
LOCATION:	1400 Block of East First Street
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Emmanuel Estrella, age 28, Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Robin Whitney, Patrol Commander
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Robin Whitney, Patrol Commander (805) 385-7771 [email protected]

DETAILS:

On October 24, 2019, at approximately 1630 hours, officers were dispatched to a call of shots fired near the intersection of First and Sarita Street. Officers located shell casings in the roadway but no crime victim. Later, at approximately 9:32 p.m., a two-officer patrol unit working an enhanced gang enforcement detail was conducting proactive patrols in the same area when they observed suspect Emmanuel Estrella commit a vehicle code violation on a bicycle. As officers went to contact Estrella, he dismounted his bicycle and began walking away. Officers detained Estrella in the 1400 block of East First Street and, during a search of his person, located a loaded handgun in his front pant pocket. Estrella is a convicted felon and is prohibited from possessing any firearm and/or ammunition. He was arrested for the felony charges of being a prohibited person in possession of a firearm and possession of ammunition, along a misdemeanor charge for possession of narcotic paraphernalia.

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: October 25, 2019/ 12:05 a.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	School Traffic Safety
DATE:	October 24, 2019
PREPARED BY:	Ricardo Vazquez, Traffic Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Ricardo Vazquez, Traffic Sergeant (805) 385-7847 [email protected]

DETAILS:

On October 24, 2019, at approximately 7:50 a.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to a pedestrian-involved traffic collision that occurred at the intersection of San Mateo Place and Earhart Court. Officers determined that a Lemonwood School student and his grandmother were in a marked crosswalk when they were struck by the vehicle.

Officers determined the vehicle was traveling at a slow speed when the student darted away from his grandmother directly into the path of the vehicle. Both pedestrians were transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.

At the time of the collision, there was a school crossing guard located at the intersection of San Mateo Place and Dupont Street, which is located approximately 260 feet west of where the collision occurred. Chief Whitney stated, “There are five intersections around Lemonwood School with crosswalks. Cities generally do not have the resources to staff crossing guards at every intersection around every school. We all have a shared responsibility as drivers, pedestrians, and parents to take extra precautions around our schools to protect our kids.”

The Oxnard Police Department reminds motorists to drive with extra care during the morning rush hours. During the month of October, there have been 50 traffic collisions that have occurred between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. In an effort to promote traffic safety near our schools, the Oxnard Police Department offers the following tips for drivers and pedestrians:

Pedestrians

Cross the street at crosswalks, preferably with a stop sign, signal, or school crossing guard. Do not cross the street midblock (no jaywalking).
Make eye contact with drivers and ensure all vehicles come to a stop prior to entering the roadway.
Avoid entering the roadway between parked vehicles.
Do not use your cell phone or wear earbuds while walking.

Drivers

Recognize drop-off and pick-up times are more congested.
Avoid distractions while driving (cell phone, eating, grooming).
Follow the speed limit.
If the sun is impairing your vision, slow down to a safer speed.
Yield to pedestrians at marked and unmarked crosswalks.
Make sure the path is clear before making a turn at an intersection.

The Oxnard Police Department continually looks to improve safety for all motorists and pedestrians. Recent efforts to improve school bicycle and pedestrian safety include multiple enforcement details focused on school zone safety. These enforcement efforts included an emphasis on parking violations, drop-off and pick-up, pedestrian safety, and unsafe speed. In addition to the enforcement efforts, the Traffic Unit provides regular education to our community on bicycle and pedestrian safety.

The Oxnard Police Department will continue to work closely with the school districts and City’s Traffic Engineer to evaluate and improve traffic safety near our schools. In 2017, the Police Department completed traffic safety assessments for each school in our City. We have committed to updating those assessments in the coming months.

To find out more information about traffic safety including impaired driving, distracted driving and pedestrian and bicycle safety, visit: gosafelyca.org.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: October 24, 2019 / 6:00 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Arrest in the Killing of Ricardo Silva
DATE/TIME:	October 22, 2019, 05:30 A.M.
LOCATION:	251 South C Street, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Ricardo Silva, 49-year-old, Hispanic male
SUSPECT(S):	Alvina Rodriguez, 46-year-old Hispanic female
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Scott Aaron (805) 385-7763 [email protected]
FOLLOW UP MEDIA CONTACT PERSONS AND CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Scott Aaron (805) 385-7763 [email protected] Commander Sharon Giles (805) 385-7620 [email protected]

DETAILS:

On October 21, 2019, at about 8:42 P.M., Special Enforcement Officers of the Oxnard Police Department were contacted by a citizen regarding a stabbing victim on Eliza Court. When the officers arrived, Ricardo Silva found lying on the ground bleeding from an apparent stab wound to the shoulder. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded and transported Mr. Silva to the Ventura County Medical Center, where he was taken into surgery. He died at the hospital from his wounds.

Major Crimes investigators worked diligently through the night to investigate Mr. Silva’s killing and quickly identified the person responsible for his death. During the investigation, Major Crimes investigators obtained valuable information from several people. As the homicide investigation continued, investigators were able to determine that Mr. Silva and Ms. Rodriguez were in a dating relationship. During an argument, Ms. Rodriguez stabbed Mr. Silva.

Ms. Rodriguez was ultimately arrested for voluntary manslaughter and she was booked into the Ventura County Jail on a bail amount of $50,000.

Investigators are encouraging anyone who may have heard or seen anything to contact Detective Jose Velazquez (805) 385-7760. Investigators are also 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/100elizact. 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.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: October 22, 2019, 7:30 A.M.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Oxnard Man Dies After Being Stabbed
DATE/TIME:	October 21, 2019, 8:42 P.M.
LOCATION:	100 Block of Eliza Court, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Hispanic Male, 49 years old, Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Scott Aaron (805) 385-7763 [email protected]
FOLLOW UP CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Scott Aaron (805) 385-7763 [email protected] Commander Sharon Giles (805) 385-7620 [email protected]

DETAILS:

On October 21, 2019, at about 8:42 P.M., Special Enforcement Officers of the Oxnard Police Department were contacted by a citizen regarding a stabbing victim on Eliza Court. When the officers arrived, they found the victim lying on the ground, bleeding from an apparent stab wound to the shoulder. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded and transported the victim to the Ventura County Medical Center, where he was taken into surgery. The victim died at the hospital from his wounds.

Investigators believe there may have been an altercation that led to this stabbing. Investigators are encouraging anyone who may have heard or seen anything to contact Detective Jose Velazquez (805) 385-7760. Investigators are also 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/100elizact. 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.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: October 22, 2019, 12:45 A.M.

INCIDENT:	Missing Elderly Dependent Adult
DATE/TIME:	10/20/19; 1600 hours
LOCATION:	900 block Indigo Place, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Faustino Figueroa, 73 years
PREPARED BY:	Kevin Baysinger, Commander
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Kevin Baysinger (805) 385-7746 [email protected]

DETAILS: The Oxnard Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing dependent adult male. Mr. Faustino Figueroa, 73 years old, likely bicycled away from his home in the 900 block of Indigo Place, Oxnard, around 4:00PM this evening. Mr. Figueroa is described as a Hispanic male, 5’-10” / 190 pounds, last seen wearing a grey t-shirt, and black pants. It is unknown where he may have gone. If you see Mr. Figueroa, please contact the Oxnard Police Department dispatch center at (805) 385-7740.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: October 20 @ 2030 hours

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint Results
DATE/TIME:	October 18, 2019 8:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
LOCATION:	City of Oxnard
PREPARED BY:	Ricardo Vazquez, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Jamie Brown, Senior Officer (805) 385-7749 [email protected]

DETAILS:

DUI Checkpoint nets three DUI arrests

The Oxnard Police Department Traffic Unit arrested three impaired drivers while conducting a DUI/Driver’s license checkpoint on October 18, 2019. The checkpoint was conducted on Saviers Road south of Coach C Lane between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m., resulting in the following:

724 vehicles screened
Two DUI-alcohol suspects arrested
One DUI-drug suspect arrested
22 drivers cited for operating a vehicle unlicensed or while suspended/revoked
32 citations issued
Three vehicles towed

DUI checkpoints are placed in locations based on collision statistics and frequency of DUI arrests. Last year, the Oxnard Police Department investigated 253 DUI collisions that killed six people and injured 142 others.

Drivers caught driving impaired and charged with DUI can expect the impact of a DUI arrest to be approximately $13,500. This includes fines, fees, DUI classes, license suspension and other expenses not to mention possible jail time.

The Oxnard Police Department reminds drivers that “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze.” Prescription drugs, particularly those with a driving or operating machinery warning on the label, can impair and result in a DUI. Marijuana can also be impairing, especially in combination with alcohol or other drugs.

The Oxnard Police Department will be conducting another DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint on November 22, 2019, in our ongoing commitment to take suspected impaired drivers off our streets and highways, ultimately lowering the risk for deaths and injuries.

Funding for this checkpoint was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: October 19, 2019 / 3:15 a.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operation
DATE/TIME:	October 21, 2019, 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
PREPARED BY:	Ricardo Vazquez, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Jamie Brown, Senior Officer (805) 385-7749 [email protected]

Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operation Planned for Oxnard

The Oxnard Police Department will be conducting a bicycle and pedestrian safety enforcement operation aimed at educating bicyclists, drivers, and pedestrians on traffic laws, rules, and responsibilities.

On October 21, 2019, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., officers will be looking for violations made by bicyclists, drivers, and pedestrians that put roadway users at risk. 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 dangerous 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 violation of the same traffic laws that apply to them as drivers.

Bicycle and pedestrian fatalities are rising at an alarming rate. In 2016, 138 bicyclists and 867 pedestrians were killed on California roads. Pedestrian fatalities are up nearly 33 percent from 2012, and the number of bicyclists killed is up nearly 25 percent over the past five years. In 2018, the Oxnard Police Department investigated six fatal collisions and 174 injury collisions involving bicyclists and pedestrians.

People walking should only cross the street using crosswalks or intersections, preferably with a stop sign or signal. People on foot should also look for cars backing up and avoid darting between parked cars, make eye contact with drivers and wear bright clothing during the day and reflective materials or use a flashlight at night.

Drivers should wait for pedestrians to cross the street, avoid distractions like using a cell phone, and be courteous and patient. All bike riders are reminded to always wear a helmet; helmets are required by law for those under 18. Bike riders should always go with the flow of traffic, let faster traffic pass and use hand signals when turning or stopping.

The Oxnard Police Department supports the new OTS public awareness campaign, “Go Safely, California.” To find out more about ways to go safely, visit gosafelyca.org.

Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: October 18, 2019 / 6:30 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint
DATE/TIME:	October 18, 2019 8:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
PREPARED BY:	Ricardo Vazquez, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Jamie Brown, Senior Officer (805) 385-7749 [email protected]

DETAILS:

DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint Planned for Friday night

The Oxnard Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint on Friday, October 18, 2019, at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 8:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.

DUI checkpoints like this one are placed in locations based on collision statistics and frequency of DUI arrests. Officers will be looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment, with officers checking drivers for proper licensing.

The Oxnard Police Department reminds drivers that “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze.” If you take prescription drugs, particularly those with a driving or operating machinery warning on the label, you might be impaired enough to get a DUI. Marijuana can also be impairing, especially in combination with alcohol or other drugs, and can result in a DUI.

In 2017, 1,120 people were killed in alcohol-involved crashes on California roads. Last year, the Oxnard Police Department investigated 208 DUI collisions which have claimed four lives and resulted in another 112 injuries.

The Oxnard Police Department offers these reminders to ensure you have a safe night of fun that doesn’t involve a DUI:

Always use a designated sober driver – a friend who is not drinking, ride-share, cab or public transportation – to get home.
See someone who is clearly impaired try and drive? Take the keys and help them make other arrangements to find a sober way home.
Report drunk drivers – Call 911.
Hosting a party? Offer nonalcoholic drinks. Monitor who are drinking and how they are getting home.

Getting home safely is cheap, but getting a DUI is not! Drivers caught driving impaired and charged with DUI can expect the impact of a DUI arrest to be upwards of $13,500. This includes fines, fees, DUI classes, license suspension and other expenses not to mention possible jail time.

Funding for this checkpoint is provided to the Oxnard Police Department by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: October 17, 2019 / 6:00 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Fatal traffic collision
DATE/TIME:	October 12, 2019 / 12:35 p.m.
LOCATION:	Channel Islands Blvd. at Statham Blvd., Oxnard, CA
VEHICLES/DRIVERS	2003 Toyota Tacoma Pickup Truck Driver: 90-year-old male, Port Hueneme resident (Name withheld pending notification of next of kin) 2005 Nissan Altima Driver: 22-year-old male, Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Ricardo Vazquez, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Corbin Hames, Traffic Officer (805)385-7750 [email protected]

On October 12, 2019, at approximately 12:35 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to a traffic collision that occurred at the intersection of Channel Islands Blvd. and Statham Blvd. Officers determined that a 2005 Nissan Altima was traveling westbound on Channel Islands Blvd. and collided with a 2003 Toyota Tacoma pickup truck which was traveling eastbound on Channel Islands Blvd. attempting a left turn onto Statham Blvd.

The driver of the Nissan, identified as a 22-year-old male of Oxnard, sustained minor injuries and was treated at the scene of the collision. The driver of the Toyota pickup truck, identified as a 90-year-old male of Port Hueneme, was believed to have sustained minor injuries and was transported to the Ventura County Medical Center. However, on October 16, 2019, the Oxnard Police Department received notice from the Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office that the driver of the Toyota succumbed to his injuries sustained during the collision.

Traffic investigators have taken over the investigation and are attempting to determine the cause of the collision. It is unknown whether speed or alcohol/drugs were involved. Anyone who has information regarding this collision is urged to contact Traffic Officer Corbin Hames at (805) 385-7750 or via email at [email protected].

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 10/16/19 @ 3:00 p.m.