OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Fatal traffic collision involving a vehicle and bicyclist
DATE/TIME:	March 21, 2019 / 10:10 p.m.
LOCATION:	Saviers Road south of Iris Street, Oxnard
BICYCLIST:	Hispanic male, mid-20s
VEHICLE/DRIVER	2007 Grey Kia Rio Jesus Magana 18-year-old Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Ricardo Vazquez, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Paul Knapp, Senior Officer (805)385-7750 paul.knapp@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On March 21, 2019, at approximately 10:10 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to a traffic collision involving a vehicle and bicyclist which occurred on Saviers Road south of Iris Street. The bicyclist, an unidentified Hispanic male in his mid-20s, sustained serious injuries and was immediately transported to the Ventura County Medical Center. The bicyclist was provided advanced medical treatment however succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the 2007 Kia Rio identified as Jesus Magana, an 18-year-old Oxnard resident, remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. Magana did not sustain any injuries as a result of the collision.

Based on the preliminary investigation, traffic investigators determined Magana was driving his Kia Rio southbound on Saviers Road when the bicyclist suddenly rode into the path of the vehicle. Magana was unable to avoid the collision and his vehicle collided with the bicyclist.

The collision is still under investigation. Anyone who has information regarding this collision or the identity of the bicyclist is urged to contact Senior Officer Paul Knapp at (805) 385-7750 or via email at paul.knapp@oxnardpd.org.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 3/21/19 @ 11:15 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Oxnard’s Second Homicide of the Year
DATE/TIME:	March 21, 2019, 10:34 p.m.
LOCATION:	900 block of Spruce Street, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Name withheld pending notification
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 March 21, 2019 at approximately 10:34 p.m., patrol officers from the Oxnard Police Department along with Emergency Medical Services responded to the 900 block of Spruce Street regarding a gunshot victim. When the patrol officers arrived, they located the victim lying on a driveway suffering from a gunshot injury. Despite the efforts of the responding patrol officers and emergency medical workers, the victim was declared deceased at the scene.

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/900blk_spruce. 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 Jose Velazquez (805) 385-7760.

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: March 22, 2019, 3:10 a.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Domestic violence suspect arrested after pursuit
DATE/TIME:	March 19, 2019, 11:06 p.m.
LOCATION:	1800 block of San Mateo Place, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Christian Robledo, 26, 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 March 19, 2019, at 11:06 p.m., a woman reported a domestic dispute with shots fired into the air.

The 9-1-1 caller told dispatchers the man involved in the altercation was her ex-boyfriend, Christian Robledo, 26-years-old from Oxnard. She said he rammed her car and had driven off in a white Toyota Camry.

Offices caught up with the suspect on Rose Avenue and Ives Avenue and tried to pull him over. The man refused to yield, instead continuing on Rose Avenue to eastbound Wooley Road.

The suspect proceeded to lead the pursuing officers onto Rice Avenue before crashing into a parked car on Santa Clara Avenue and Eucalyptus Drive. The fleeing man and his passenger, got out of the car and bolted. Offices chased after them. The passenger was taken into custody without incident and arrested on misdemeanor obstruction charges. Robledo fought with officers who used the Taser to take him into custody.

Robledo was charged with evading officers, hit and run, driving under the influence of alcohol and drug and weapon offenses.

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: March 20, 2019, at 2:58 a.m.

Christian Robledo

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Search Warrant Arrest For Firearms, Narcotics and Ammunition
DATE/TIME:	March 18th, 2019 / 7:45 p.m.
LOCATION:	1425 south “E” Street
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Louie Almanza, 21 Years Old, Oxnard Resident Adalberto Duran, 28 Years Old, Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Martin Cook, Senior Officer
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Christopher Williams, Commander Christopher.williams@Oxnardpd.org 805-207-7234

DETAILS:

On March 18th, at approximately 7:45 p.m., Officers from the Special Enforcement Unit (Gang Unit) conducted a search warrant at the residence of Louie Almanza, 1425 south “E” Street. During the service of the warrant another subject, Adalberto Duran was detained at the residence. During the search of the residence, three unregistered rifles, an unregistered shotgun and a stolen semi-auto handgun were located. In addition to the firearms, heroin packaged for sale and additional ammunition of varying calibers was located.

Almanza was found in possession of one of the rifles, and Duran was found in possession of two rifles, the shotgun, the stolen handgun, ammunition and narcotics. Both Almanza and Duran are documented tagging crew members in the City of Oxnard, and Duran is prohibited from possessing a firearm or ammunition due to prior felony convictions. Almanza was arrested for numerous firearms violations, and Duran was arrested for numerous firearms and narcotics violations.

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.

Louie Almanza

Adalberto Duran

Guns and drugs

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Man stabbed near Little Caesars Pizza in southwest Oxnard
DATE/TIME:	March 18, 2019, 5:29 p.m.
LOCATION:	1400 block of Doris Avenue, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	White male, 50s, with short white hair, a white beard, wearing a black leather jacket and dark pants
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 incident was called in at 5:29 p.m. near Little Caesars Pizza in the 1400 block of Doris Avenue, just east of the intersection with Ventura Road.

The homeless victim was apparently stabbed behind Little Caesars Pizza following an argument with another vagrant.

The wounds did not appear to be life-threatening. The victim was taken to Ventura County Medical Center.

The suspect was described as a White male, in his 50s, with short white hair, a white beard, wearing a black leather jacket and dark pants.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: March 18, 2019, at 10:43 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Shooting Victim
DATE/TIME:	March 18, 2019 / 4:21 AM
LOCATION:	Gibralter Street & Camino Del Sol
VICTIM(S):	Adult Male / Name Not Disclosed
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown
WITNESS(ES):	None
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Unknown
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Jon Keller / jon.keller@oxnardpd.org / (805) 385-7600
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Mike Johnson / mike.johnson@oxnardpd.org / (805) 486-6211

DETAILS:

On March 18, 2019, at about 4:21 AM, Oxnard officers responded to a shooting victim at the intersection of Gibralter Street and Camino Del Sol. Upon arrival officers located an adult male suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital by a private party and he is listed in stable condition. There is no suspect description available and the investigation is ongoing.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 3-18-19 / 10:0 AM

INCIDENT:	Firearm and Narcotics Arrest
DATE/TIME:	03/15/2019, 9:40PM
LOCATION:	Bonita Avenue at Second Street, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	N/A
SUSPECT(S):	Luis Garcia, 22 year old Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Commander Kevin Baysinger
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Commander Kevin Baysinger Kevin.Baysinger@OxnardPD.org 805-385-7771

DETAILS:

On March 15, 2019 at about 9:40PM, Officers made contact with Garcia in the area of Bonita Avenue and Second Street in Oxnard. During the contact, the officers learned that Garcia was in possession of narcotics. After an investigation, officers placed Vasquez under arrest for possession of narcotics for sale. During a search of the immediate area, officers located a loaded handgun that Vasquez attempted to discard during the contact.

Vasquez was arrested for possession of narcotics for sale, carrying a loaded firearm, and possession of a controlled substance while possessing a firearm, all felonies.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: March 16, 2019 / 1:55AM

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Robbery Suspect Arrested
DATE/TIME:	March 15, 2019, 1200 hours
LOCATION:	800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura (Jail)
SUSPECT(S):	Raul Botello, 19 Year Old Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Mike Johnson, Sergeant mike.johnson @oxnardpd.org (805) 486-6211
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Jason Radcliffe, Detective jason.radcliffe@oxnardpd.org (805) 385-7796

DETAILS: On February 2, 2019 at approximately 2317 hours, officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to an armed robbery at the Jack in the Box restaurant located at 960 N. Ventura Road. According to witnesses, a suspect armed with a knife entered the business and stole an undisclosed amount of money before fleeing the scene.

Investigators from the Oxnard Police Department Violent Crimes Unit investigated the case. During the course of the investigation, investigators were contacted by the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office regarding a burglary that occurred at another Jack in the Box restaurant in the City of Camarillo. Believing the cases were possibly related, investigators from both agencies worked together to identify a suspect.

During the course of the investigation, the suspect was identified as Raul Botello, a 19 year old City of Oxnard resident. On March 15, 2019, at approximately 1200 hours, Botello was arrested and charged for the robbery that occurred on February 2, 2019. At the time of his arrest, Botello was already in custody for the burglary that occurred in the City of Camarillo. The robbery investigation is still ongoing.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Enforcement Operations
DATE:	March 15-17, 2019
PREPARED BY:	Jamie Brown, Senior Officer
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Jamie Brown, Senior Officer (805) 385-7749 jamie.brown@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

The Oxnard Police Department is working to keep roadways safe this St. Patrick’s Day

Please Celebrate Responsibly: Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving

St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated by millions across the country, often culminating in parties where drinking is involved. Sadly, this leads to tragedies on our roadways because of drivers who choose to leave parties impaired.

This St. Patrick’s Day Weekend, the Oxnard Police Department will have additional officers on patrol ready to stop and arrest drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. Additional officers will be deployed on Friday, March 15, from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. and again on Sunday, March 17, from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. on DUI saturation patrols. In addition, the Oxnard Police Department will deploy additional officers on Sunday, March 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to conduct citywide Motorcycle Safety Enforcement.

According to data from the California Highway Patrol (CHP), one person was killed and 48 others were injured in DUI crashes on St. Patrick’s Day last year. In 2017, 59 people were killed nationwide in drunk-driving crashes over the St. Patrick’s Day holiday (March 16-March 18), accounting for 37 percent of all traffic deaths.

Due to St. Patrick’s Day becoming a dangerous holiday on our roads, the Oxnard Police Department encourages everyone to plan ahead and use a designated sober driver, ride-share or public transportation. Even one drink can be one too many.

The Oxnard Police Department also wants to remind everyone that a “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze.” Prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications and marijuana can all be impairing, especially in combination with alcohol or other drugs.

Funding for St. Patrick’s Day weekend DUI enforcement is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Probation Search Uncovers Vehicle Chop Shop; Two Suspects Arrested for Possession of Stolen Vehicles.
LOCATION:	1900 block of El Cajon Circle 5200 block of Jefferson Square 1400 block Huntswood Way
SUSPECT(S):	James Andrew Juarez, 33 Years Old Juvenile, 15 Years Old Jaime Juanes, 25 Years Old
PREPARED BY:	Luis Mancha, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Enrique Alvarez, Detective Enrique.alvarez@oxnardpd.org or (805) 385-7664

DETAILS:

This last week was a productive week in the Oxnard Police Department’s campaign to lower vehicle theft stats and take those responsible for it into custody.

On March 8, 2019, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a member of the Oxnard Police Department observed a stolen 2004 BMW sedan in the 1900 block of El Cajon Circle. The BMW had been reported stolen earlier in the day. The driver, James Andrew Juarez, a 33 year old Oxnard resident, was contacted and arrested for possession of a stolen vehicle and an outstanding felony warrant.

On March 9, 2019, at approximately 5:00 p.m., residents living in the 5200 block of Jefferson Square reported to the Oxnard Police Department that a suspicious occupied vehicle was parked to the rear of their residence. Once officers arrived, they were advised by dispatch that the vehicle had been reported stolen out of the city of Tracy, California. The occupants of the vehicle were contacted by officers and after the subsequent investigation; a 15 year old resident of Tracy was arrested for possessing a stolen vehicle.

On March 13, 2019, at approximately 1:00 p.m., detectives from the Oxnard Police Department and the Ventura County Auto Theft Taskforce (VenCATT) conducted a probation search of a residence located on the 1400 block of Huntswood Way in Oxnard. The probation search was focused on 25 year old, Jaime Juanes who has a prior criminal record for auto theft and who is currently on probation for drug related offenses. During the search, multiple dismantled stolen vehicles were located on the property. These recovered vehicles included stolen vehicles from the cities of Camarillo and Bakersfield. The investigation is still ongoing.

The Ventura County Auto Theft Task Force (VenCATT) is comprised of members from the California Highway Patrol, Oxnard Police Department, Ventura County District Attorney’s Office, DMV Investigations and the Ventura Police Department.

Help protect yourself and your vehicle from thieves by remembering to:

Lock your vehicle and take out your valuables when leaving it. An unlocked car is an invitation to a thief.
Close all windows – thieves can open vehicles through the smallest of openings.
To take your car keys with you. Do not leave them in your car, or leave your car running.

Ventura County law enforcement cannot effectively stop auto theft without the assistance of concerned, responsible residents. We depend on YOU to call and tell us whenever you see suspicious persons or activity. 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 by selecting the “Report Suspicious Activity” tab located on the homepage. You can also anonymously report vehicle theft activity in Ventura County directly to VenCATT at (805) 620-7211, or via email at 706_vencatt@chp.ca.gov.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 03/14/19 @ 10:00 a.m.