OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Investigators Arrest Suspect in Oxnard’s 6th Homicide of 2019
DATE/TIME:	June 4, 2019, 4:07 P.M.
LOCATION:	West Alley of the 2000 block of Mariposa Street, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Michael Holley, 31-year old Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S):	Juan De Dios Gallegos III, 26-year old Oxnard Resident
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:

Major Crimes investigators with the Oxnard Police Department have arrested a person in the intentional hit and run death of 31-year old Oxnard resident, Michael Holley.

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

Major Crimes investigators thoroughly investigated the circumstances which led to Mr. Holley’s death. During the investigation, Major Crimes investigators interviewed numerous people who provided investigators with valuable information which lead to the identification of the driver of the vehicle, 26-year old Juan Gallegos.

As the homicide investigation continued, investigators collected information which indicated that Gallegos intentionally drove his vehicle into Mr. Holley, hitting and killing him.

Investigators have located and impounded the vehicle used in this senseless killing.

On June 4, 2019, Major Crimes investigators arrested Gallegos at the Ventura County Jail and charged him with the murder of Mr. Holley. Gallegos was already in custody for a parole violation and will remain in custody on $500,000 bail.

Investigators are asking the public to come forward if anyone has witnessed this incident. The public is asked to 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: June 4, 2019, 4:30 P.M.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Be a Good Neighbor- Don’t Use Illegal Fireworks in Oxnard
DATE/TIME:	June 4, 2019
PREPARED BY:	Melissa Valdez, Community Affairs Manager
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Melissa Valdez (805) 342-8292 melissa.valdez@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

With the Independence Day Holiday approaching next month, the Oxnard Police & Fire Departments would like to remind the public that ALL FIREWORKS ARE ILLEGAL in the City of Oxnard. This includes those that are marked “Safe & Sane” and are legally purchased in other cities. Anyone possessing, storing, selling, using, transporting, or handling fireworks is subject to arrest or fines of up to $1,000. The City of Oxnard asks its residents and visitors to be good neighbors by not engaging in illegal fireworks activity.

Be a Good Neighbor

Fireworks can be extremely frustrating for neighbors, especially when homes are close to each other, or when people are trying to sleep. Small children and pets are frightened, and the latter is more likely to panic and escape from their homes. Fireworks are not only dangerous, they are a nuisance in the community. Fireworks pose a risk of injury as well as fire danger and are responsible for injuries every year. The large influx of fireworks disturbance calls tie up 9-1-1 lines and also compete with other emergency calls. The City of Oxnard encourages the public to help keep family, friends, and neighbors safe during the Independence Day Holiday by joining the Good Neighbor Campaign. The Good Neighbor Campaign takes a stand against illegal fireworks and asks residents to Be Courteous, Be Responsible, and Be a Partner with public safety by reporting illegal activity.

Illegal Fireworks Bring Consequences

Under California Health & Safety Code section 12677, it is unlawful for any person to possess dangerous fireworks without holding a valid permit. Any person who violates this law is guilty of a misdemeanor and may be punished by a fine ranging from $500 and $1000 and/or imprisonment in the county jail up to a year. (See HSC 12700[a].).

The City of Oxnard has ordinances that prohibit the sale, use, or possession of fireworks within the City, and fines range from $250 to $1,000 per offense. On April 10, 2018, the Oxnard City Council adopted an ordinance that establishes “host liability” for fireworks violations. The ordinance went into effect on May 10, 2018. Under its provisions, property owners, tenants, or hosts can be held liable for the sale, possession, or use of fireworks on their property. Once a “host liability” case is opened, a follow-up investigation will be done by Code Compliance or Police Department staff, and the responsible party will receive a citation at a later time.

Reporting Fireworks Activity

The Independence Day Holiday is typically one of the busiest days for the Police Department. On the actual 4th of July, it is not unusual for the Oxnard Police Department to receive over 400 fireworks-related calls (428 in 2017, and 476 in 2018) in addition to the nearly one thousand phone calls it normally processes each day. Between Memorial Day and July 4th of 2018, the Police Department’s dispatch center received some 1,226 phone calls that concerned fireworks disturbances. Many of the calls are from frustrated residents. The Police Department would like to provide the public with some reporting options that best address the type of fireworks issue, in hopes of reducing frustration and increasing the Police Department’s ability to address the problem.

To report fireworks disturbances, community members can be Good Neighbors by calling the Police Department’s non-emergency line at (805) 385-7740. Having as much specific information as possible regarding the firework activity, such as an address, suspect description, etc. is most helpful to the response.

To report the ongoing, habitual use of fireworks, the public can contact the Oxnard Police Department Fireworks Hotline at (805) 394-5884, or by email at fireworks@oxnardpd.org. Tips received through the phone and email hotlines will help the Police Department’s Neighborhood Policing Team better identify fireworks-active areas, and address illegal activity. The hotline can be used through July 4th. Hotline/email tipsters can state that they want to remain anonymous. Police Department staff members will check these tip lines daily and follow up when possible. Please note that these options are not continuously staffed and are for messages only, so they are not intended for disturbances that are in progress.

Fireworks disposal

Members of the public who want to dispose of illegal fireworks can stop by any of the Oxnard Fire Department’s eight stations to hand over fireworks without facing penalties:

Station 1: 491 S. K St.
Station 2: 531 E. Pleasant Valley Rd.
Station 3: 150 Hill St.
Station 4: 230 W. Vineyard Ave.
Station 5: 1450 Colonia Rd.
Station 6: 2601 Peninsula Rd.
Station 7: 3300 Turnout Park Circle
Station 8: 3000 S. Rose Ave.

The City encourages the public to enjoy the free annual fireworks show, Fireworks by the Sea, at Channel Islands Harbor. For more information, visit www.channelislandsharbor.org.

Please share this information with your neighbors and your Neighborhood Councils. A little prevention will make our summer holidays more fun! Be a good neighbor – DON’T USE ILLEGAL FIREWORKS IN OXNARD!

DATE / TIME PREPARED: June 4, 2019/ 9:00 AM

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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.

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: 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.