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.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Guns, ski mask and gloves found in vehicle; 3 arrested
DATE/TIME:	Wednesday, March 13, 2019 / 9 p.m.
LOCATION:	2600 block Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Da’von Washington, 20-year-old, Oxnard resident William Michael Geyer, 19-year-old, Ventura resident Tylor Kelly Evans, 21-year-old, Port Hueneme 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 13, 2019, an Oxnard police officer stopped a silver sedan occupied by three subjects for a traffic violation. One of the men was on probation for robbery.

Officers detained the three subjects and recovered a loaded handgun, a rifle, a box of ammunition, a ski mask and gloves.

Based on the findings of the investigation, offices arrested Washington and Evans for felony gun violations. Geyer was arrested on a marijuana offense.

The Oxnard Police Department is committed to reducing gun violence in the City of Oxnard. Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600, or 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: March 14, 2019, 1 a.m.

Da’von Washington

Tylor Evans

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Suspect Arrested for Entering Occupied Home in the Middle of the Night
DATE/TIME:	03/07/19 @ 0219 hours
LOCATION:	300 block West Hill Street
SUSPECT(S):	Ricardo Palazuelos, 23 years old
PREPARED BY:	Crystal Walker, Detective
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Crystal Walker, Detective Crystal.walker@oxnardpd.org or (805) 385-7668

DETAILS:

On 03/07/19 at approximately 0220 hours, while a family was sleeping inside of their home located in the 300 block of Hill Street, an intruder entered their home through an open window.

While inside the residence the suspect identified as Ricardo Palazuelos, 23 years old began to rummage through the family’s personal belongings. Family members were awakened by the suspect and immediately detained him. The Oxnard Police Department was notified and he was taken into custody.

During the police investigation, property was found in possession of Palazuelos that did not belong to him or the family. It is believed that Palazuelos might have unlawfully obtained the property from another residence.

The suspect was charged with residential burglary, child endangerment, possession of narcotic paraphernalia and for being under the influence of a controlled substance.

The Oxnard Police Department is asking for your assistance. If you have any information regarding any additional burglaries or thefts in the area of the 300 block of Hill Street, or are a victim yourself, please contact the Oxnard Police Department and make a police report.

Residents are reminded and encouraged to report any and all suspicious activity to the police. Reports can be made anonymously and translators are available 24 hours a day. Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7740 or the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477 and www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 03/12/19 @ 3:00 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Man Arrested After Domestic Dispute Involving A Firearm
DATE/TIME:	March 8, 2019 / 6:17 p.m.
LOCATION:	100 block South E Street, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Withheld
SUSPECT(S):	Carlos Espinoza, 50-year-old Ventura County Resident
PREPARED BY:	David Walker, Sergeant (805) 385-7756
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	David Walker, Sergeant david.walker@oxnardpd.org (805) 385-7756

DETAILS:

On March 8, 2019, at approximately 6:17 p.m., the Oxnard Police Department responded to a domestic dispute that had just occurred at a residence in the 100 block of South E Street in Oxnard. The incident involved the parents of a 6-year-old child and took place in the child’s presence.

It was learned that during the dispute, the suspect, 50-year-old Carlos Espinoza, had retrieved a firearm from his waistband and pointed it at the victim while standing next to her and his daughter. Espinoza fled the scene in a vehicle prior to the arrival of police.

Detectives from the Family Protection Unit obtained a search warrant as part of the ongoing investigation. On the morning of March 9, 2019, at approximately 12:40 a.m., members of the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit served the search warrant at a residence in the 3400 block of Siesta Way, an unincorporated area just south of Oxnard. Espinoza was located at the residence and a vehicle belonging to Espinoza was at the scene. During the search warrant service, a loaded firearm was located in Espinoza’s vehicle.

Espinoza was subsequently arrested for 245(a)(2) PC – Assault with a Firearm, 273a(a) PC – Felony Child Endangerment and 29800(a)(1) PC – Possession of a Firearm by a Prohibited Person. He was later booked into Ventura County Jail with bail set at $750,000.

If anyone has further information regarding this incident, they are strongly encouraged to contact Detective Michael McManama at (805) 385-7662.

You can also provide valuable information and remain anonymous by calling the violent crimes hotline at (805) 982-7070 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (1-800-222-8477). You can also visit the Ventura County Crime Stoppers website at http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: March 9, 2019 / 10:35 a.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Port Hueneme Resident Arrested In Oxnard For Possession Of A Stolen Vehicle
DATE/TIME:	3/7/19 12:30 AM
LOCATION:	1100 block of South J Street, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Stephanie Natalie Reyes, 23 Years Old
PREPARED BY:	Luis Mancha, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Enrique Alvarez, Detective Enrique.alvarez@oxnardpd.org or (805) 385-7664

DETAILS:

On March 7, 2019, an Oxnard Police Department officer observed a stolen 2000 Toyota Camry parked in 1100 block of South J Street. The Toyota was reported stolen out of the city of Port Hueneme on February 17, 2019. Officers contacted and arrested 23-year-old Port Hueneme resident Stephanie Natalie Reyes for possessing a stolen vehicle.

Keys belonging to the stolen Toyota Camry were located inside of the vehicle.

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.

Please be advised that a large portion of auto theft is attributed to vehicles left running and unattended in front of the owner’s own home.

As part of an ongoing campaign to curb auto theft, Detectives from the Auto Theft Task Force are offering steering wheel locks to Oxnard residents. Owners of 1990-2000 Honda passenger vehicles are asked to be extra vigilant due to the high number of thefts involving these specific vehicles. The Auto Theft Task Force has a limited amount of steering wheel locks available, for details on obtaining a free steering wheel lock, contact Detective Enrique Alvarez at (805) 385-7664.

The Oxnard Police Department 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. Contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7740 or the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477 and www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to report suspicious or criminal activity. Translators are available 24/7.

DATE/TIME PREPARED: 3/7/19 5:00 PM

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Shooting Suspect Arrested
DATE/TIME:	March 6, 2019, 0430 hours
LOCATION:	800 block Trinidad Way, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	16 Year Old Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Mike Johnson, Sergeant mike.johnson @oxnardpd.org (805) 486-6211
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	John Brisslinger, Detective John.brisslinger@oxnardpd.org (805) 486-6297

DETAILS: On March 6, 2019 at approximately 0430 hours, investigators from the Oxnard Police Department Violent Crimes Unit, with the assistance of the Oxnard Police Department Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT), served a search warrant in the 800 block of Trinidad Way. The search warrant was in reference to a shooting that occurred on February 17, 2019 at 1814 hours in the 3100 block of Merced Place. In that incident, the victim sustained a gunshot wound to his arm.

During the service of the search warrant, a 16 year old Oxnard resident, who had been identified as one of the suspects in the shooting, was contacted and taken into custody. He was later arrested for assault with a deadly weapon (firearm) as well as a gang enhancement. During the subsequent search, a firearm was located and seized. The investigation is still ongoing and additional arrests are expected.

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.

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OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Juvenile arrested for possession of loaded, concealed firearms
DATE/TIME:	March 2, 2019 / 7:21 PM
LOCATION:	5200 Block S. J Street
SUSPECT:	13 year old male juvenile
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Jon Keller / jon.keller@oxnardpd.org / (805) 385-7600
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Detective Ricardo Vega / ricardo.vega@oxnardpd.org / (805) 385-8291

DETAILS:

On March 2, 2019, at about 7:21 PM, officers from the Oxnard Police Department were in the area of the 5200 block of S. J Street on an unrelated call for service when they observed suspicious activity in the alley. The officers made contact with a 13 year old male juvenile who was found to be in possession of two concealed, loaded firearms.

The firearms consisted of a shortened shotgun and a handgun, both of which were concealed in the waistband area. The juvenile was arrested for charges related to the illegal possession of firearms.

If anyone has any information regarding this incident, they are encouraged to call the Oxnard Police Department or Ventura County Crime Stoppers, 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can also visit this site www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit at tip via text or email.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 3-2-19 / 10:00 PM

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Thirteen people arrested during vehicle theft investigations over a four day period.
DATE/TIME:	02/22/19 – 02/25/19
LOCATION/ SUSPECT:	· Ricardo Navarro (26 years old), 1000 block of Fir Avenue · Alberto Herrera (28 years old), Bard Avenue at Rose Avenue · Jessica Castro (28 years old), 300 block North “F” Street · Cristobal Gonzalez (19 years old), Concord Drive at Channel Islands Boulevard · Juan Contreras (28 years old), 2000 block of South “F” Street · Raymond Pulido (25 years old), Patterson Road at Hemlock Street · Seven (7) juveniles, names withheld
PREPARED BY:	Luis Mancha, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Charles Buttell, Detective charles.buttell@oxnardpd.org or (805) 385-7755

DETAILS:

The Oxnard Police Department has an ongoing commitment to curb auto theft and arrest those responsible for it. During four days earlier this week, officers arrested 13 people for auto theft-related charges. Below is a summary of those arrests:

February 22, 2019

8:30 p.m. – patrol officers observed a stolen vehicle in the 1000 block of Fir Avenue. Officers attempted to stop the vehicle and the driver fled on foot. Officers apprehended the suspect who was later identified as Ricardo Navarro. Navarro was arrested for auto theft and narcotics-related charges.
9:40 p.m. – patrol officers located a stolen vehicle in the area of Bard Avenue and Rose Avenue. An officer recognized the driver as being Alberto Herrera. Officers attempted to stop the vehicle but the vehicle fled. A vehicle pursuit ensued but was canceled due to safety reasons. Officers located the vehicle in the area of Iris Street and Gisler Avenue approximately 10 minutes later. On February 26, 2019, at approximately 3:30 P.M., officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit observed Herrera in the area of Redwood and “J” Street. Herrera was contacted and arrested for auto theft and felony evading related charges.

11:27 p.m. – patrol officers located another stolen vehicle at Mariposa Street and Bluebell Street. The occupants of the vehicle were contacted and all were determined to be juveniles. One of the juveniles was arrested for auto theft-related charges and the others were released to their parents.

February 23, 2019

6:14 p.m. – officers from the Oxnard Police Department attempted to stop a vehicle at Rose Avenue and Pleasant Valley Road. A vehicle pursuit was initiated but was canceled for safety reasons. The vehicle was located a short time later in the 300 block of North “F” Street and the two occupants were contacted inside the vehicle. Jessica Castro was identified as the driver in the pursuit. Castro was arrested for auto theft and felony evading related charges. The passenger, Albert Waldron, was arrested for an outstanding misdemeanor warrant.

February 24, 2019

2:57 p.m. – a patrol officer located a stolen vehicle in the area of Concord Drive and Channel Islands Boulevard. Seven people were contacted and arrested; six of them being juveniles. Cristobal Gonzalez attempted to flee but was apprehended and arrested for resisting or delaying a peace officer. The juveniles were charged with auto theft-related charges.
5:40 p.m. – officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit attempted to contact a subject in a vehicle in the 2000 block of South “F” Street. The driver, Juan Contreras, fled into a nearby residence but was apprehended. The vehicle Contreras was in was a reported stolen vehicle from the City of Camarillo. Contreras was arrested for auto theft-related charges and for an outstanding felony warrant.

February 25, 2019

12:02 p.m. – a patrol officer located a stolen vehicle in the area of Patterson Road and Hemlock Street. The vehicle fled and a vehicle pursuit ensued. During the pursuit, the vehicle collided with a parked vehicle and the occupants fled. The passenger was identified as Raymond Pulido. Pulido was contacted and arrested for auto theft and narcotics-related charges. The driver was not located.

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.
Take your car keys with you. Do not leave them in your car, or leave your car running.

Please be advised that a large portion of auto theft is attributed to vehicles left running and unattended in front of the owner’s own home.

Detectives from the Auto Theft Task Force, as part of an ongoing campaign to curb auto theft, are offering steering wheel locks to Oxnard residents. Owners of 1990-2000, Honda passenger vehicles are being asked to be extra vigilant due to the high number of thefts involving these specific vehicles. The Auto Theft Task Force has a limited amount of steering wheel locks available, for details on obtaining a free steering wheel lock, contact Detective Enrique Alvarez at (805) 385-7664.

The Oxnard Police Department cannot effectively stop auto theft without the assistance of concerned, responsible residents. We are depending on YOU to call and tell us whenever you see suspicious persons or activity. Contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7740 or the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477 and www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to report suspicious or criminal activity. Translators are available 24/7.

Jessica Castro

Raymond Pulido

Ricardo Navarro

Alberto Herrera

Cristobal Gonzalez

Juan Contreras

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OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Felon in Possession of a Firearm and Narcotics
DATE/TIME:	March 1, 2019 / 12:45 a.m.
LOCATION:	500 South Victoria Avenue
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Jesus Rangel, 40 year-old, Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Mike Thomas, Sergeant Michael.Thomas@OxnardPD.org 805-385-7600
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Oxnard Police Department Watch Commander 805-385-7746

DETAILS:

On March 1, 2019 at approximately 12:45am, an Oxnard Patrol Officer contacted Jesus Rangel asleep in his vehicle, in the 500 block of south Victoria Avenue. During the investigation, Rangel was found to be on probation, under the influence of a narcotic and in possession of a small quantity of heroin.

Officers conducted a probation search of Rangel’s vehicle and located a loaded .44 caliber revolver along with an extra 30 rounds of hollow point ammunition. Rangel was found to be prohibited from possessing firearms. Rangel was arrested for various firearm and narcotic related offenses.

The Oxnard Police Department’s Patrol Unit is committed to reducing gun violence in the City of Oxnard. Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600, or 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: March 1, 2019 / 0530 hours