OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Oxnard PD’s New Year’s Resolution #1: Reduce Auto Theft by 10%
DATE/TIME:	Year-to-Date
LOCATION:	Citywide
PREPARED BY:	Crystal Walker, Detective
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Crystal Walker, Detective Crystal.walker@oxnardpd.org or (805) 385-7668

DETAILS:

Over 750 vehicles were stolen in Oxnard for 2018. Over 750! The number is staggering considering that approximately 203 or 26% of the stolen vehicles were preventable.

The beginning of the new year has not brought us good fortune in the area of auto theft. Since the beginning of the year five vehicles have been reported stolen, HALF were preventable; this means keys were available or the vehicle was left running.

The Oxnard Police Department in its efforts to combat auto theft introduced several new tactics last year to help curb auto theft. Some of the tactics included the use of informational social media posts, auto theft deterrence stickers and steering wheel locks.

In 2019, the Oxnard Police Department is doubling-down on its commitment to combat auto theft by making its first New Year’s Resolution: Reduce auto theft by 10%. The Oxnard Police Department cannot be alone in this crime prevention effort and need our community to join us in this endeavor.

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.
Do not leave your keys in your car, on or off. A large portion of auto theft is attributed to vehicles being left on and left alone.
A majority of cars stolen are from in front of the owner’s own home.
Do not leave your garage door opener in your vehicle. It can be stolen and used to return and enter your house.

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.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 01/03/19 @ 5:00 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:

Arrest in Oxnard’s 14th Homicide of 2018

DATE/TIME:

December 13, 2018, 4:22 p.m.

LOCATION:

300 block Magnolia Avenue

VICTIM(S):

Roberto Nocico Gutierrez 29 year-old, Oxnard Resident

SUSPECT(S):

Manuel Dominguez Jr. 19 year-old, Santa Maria Resident

PREPARED BY:

Sergeant Scott Aaron (805) 385-7763

Scott.Aaron@OxnardPD.org

FOLLOW UP MEDIA CONTACT PERSONS 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 December 13, 2018 at approximately 4:22 p.m., officers responded to a homicide scene in the 300 block of Magnolia Avenue. Investigators believe that on December 13, 2018, a confrontation between 29 year-old Roberto Gutierrez and 19 year-old Manuel Dominguez took place in front of a residence in the 300 block of Magnolia Avenue. During the confrontation, Dominguez used a handgun to shoot Mr. Gutierrez once in the chest. After the shooting, Dominguez fled from the scene. Mr. Gutierrez was transported to the Ventura County Medical Center (VCMC) where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Major Crimes investigators worked diligently and thoroughly investigated the murder of Mr. Gutierrez to identify the person responsible for his death. During the investigation, Major Crimes investigators interviewed numerous people who provided investigators with valuable information. As the homicide investigation continued, investigators were able to positively identify Dominguez as the person responsible for the death of Mr. Gutierrez.

On January 2, 2019, Major Crimes investigators worked with the Ventura County Probation to take Dominguez into custody without incident for the murder of Mr. Gutierrez. Dominguez was booked into the Ventura County Jail on bail amount of $500,000.

The Oxnard Police Department worked with the Santa Maria Police Department to serve search warrants at locations connected to Dominguez in the City of Oxnard and the City of Santa Maria.

Investigators are encouraging anyone who 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/magnolia. 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 any 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 Robert Valenzuela (805) 385-7645. 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 (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: January 2, 2019, 6:00 p.m.

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:

Stolen Vehicle Arrests

DATE/TIME:

January 2, 2019/ 12:30 a.m.

LOCATION:

600 block West Channel Islands Blvd.

VICTIM(S):

Withheld

SUSPECT(S):

Jose Aguilera, age 20, Oxnard resident

Jonathan Garibay, age 20, Port Hueneme resident

PREPARED BY:

Robin Whitney, Commander

(805) 385-7746

CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:

Robin Whitney, Commander

(805) 385-7746

DETAILS:

On January 2, 2019, at about 12:30 a.m., officers were dispatched to a call of subjects disturbing in the carport area of an apartment complex in 600 block of W. Channel Islands Blvd. Upon arrival, officers contacted suspects Aguilera and Garibay as they were inside a 2012 Mini Cooper. Upon further investigation, it was determined the vehicle was reported stolen in Oxnard on November 26, 2018. Officers searched the vehicle and located burglary tools, drug paraphernalia, among other items.

Suspects Aguilera and Garibay were both arrested. Suspect Aguilera was charged with the unlawful taking of a vehicle (felony), receiving stolen property (felony), possession of burglary tools, in addition to several others. Suspect Garibay was arrested for receiving stolen property (felony) and possession of burglary tools.

Our city is currently experiencing a significant increase in stolen vehicles. To combat the problem, the Police Department is prioritizing taking a proactive comprehensive approach in the prevention, enforcement, and investigation of stolen vehicles.

A significant percentage of the stolen vehicles are preventable. The Oxnard Police Department would like to remind residents of the following tips to prevent a vehicle from being stolen:

Never leave a vehicle unlocked or unsecured
Never leave keys in a car, even if they are hidden
Never leave a car idling and unattended
Wheel locks, brake pedal locks, and steering wheel locks can also be effective in reducing vehicle thefts

If anyone has any information regarding this case, they are asked to contact Ventura County Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS or www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: January 2, 2019/ 3:05 a.m.

Jose Aguilera Jonathan Garibay

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:

Oxnard’s First Homicide of 2019

DATE/TIME:

January 1, 2019, 7:59 p.m.

LOCATION:

1400 block of West Date 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 January 1, 2019, at approximately 7:59 p.m., patrol officers from the Oxnard Police Department along with Emergency Medical Services responded to the 1400 block of West Date Street regarding a gunshot victim lying in the street. When Officers arrived, they located the victim lying on the sidewalk suffering from apparent gunshot injury. Despite the efforts of the emergency medical workers, the victim succumbed to his injuries and was declared deceased at the scene.

Investigators are encouraging anyone who 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/1400datestreet. 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 any individuals responsible for committing homicides within the City.

Detectives 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. 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 (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text

DATE / TIME PREPARED: January 1, 2019, 11:00 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:

Stolen Vehicle Arrest

DATE/TIME:

December 31, 2018; 7:57 p.m.

LOCATION:

6000 block Perkins Road, Oxnard

VICTIM(S):

Withheld

SUSPECT(S):

Jamil Beasley, 25-year-old Oxnard Transient

PREPARED BY:

Dale McAlpine, Sergeant

CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:

Dale McAlpine, Patrol Sergeant

dale.mcalpine@oxnardpd.org

(805) 385-7771

DETAILS:

On December 31, 2018, at approximately 7:57 p.m., an alert witness observed the suspect, Jamil Beasley, enter a vehicle belonging to a co-worker in the 6000 block of Perkins Road. The witness observed the suspect start the victim’s vehicle and drive away. The witness followed the stolen vehicle and was able to block the path of the stolen car to prevent it from leaving the area. The witness detained the suspect until police arrived on scene. The investigation revealed that the keys to the vehicle had been left inside the ignition.

Jamil Beasley was arrested and booked into Ventura County Main Jail for the unlawful taking/driving of a motor vehicle (California Vehicle Code 10851) and possession of stolen property (California Penal Code 496d (a)).

A significant percentage of the stolen vehicles are preventable. The Oxnard Police Department would like to remind residents of the following tips to prevent a vehicle from being stolen:

•       Never leave your car unlocked, not even for a minute.
•       Never leave your keys in the car, even if you think they are really “hidden.”
•       Don’t leave your car idling and unattended because it is unnecessary (it doesn’t

get cold enough here), it is unsafe, illegal, and someone can steal your car.
• Wheel locks, brake pedal locks, and steering wheel locks are also effective.

If anyone has any information regarding stolen vehicles please contact Ventura County Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS or www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

Jamil Beasley

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:

Documented Gang Members Arrested with firearms

DATE/TIME:

December 29, 2018 / 6:28 p.m.

LOCATION:

Channel Islands Blvd. at South N. Street

VICTIM(S):

State of California

SUSPECT(S):

Martin Villafana, 25 year-old, Oxnard resident

Eduardo Perez 20 year-old, Oxnard resident

Juvenile, Oxnard resident

PREPARED BY:

Robert Flinn

@Oxnardpd.org

805-385-8289

CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:

Christopher Williams, Commander

Christopher.williams@Oxnardpd.org

805-207-7234

DETAILS:

On December 29, at approximately 6:28 p.m., officers from the Special Enforcement Unit (gang unit) conducted a traffic enforcement stop on Channel Islands Blvd. @ South N Street reference a vehicle code infraction. Upon making contact with the occupants of the vehicle, officers found one of the subjects to be on probation for possession of a firearm. Part of his probation terms prohibit him from possessing weapons and associating with other documented gang members.

Villafana and the juvenile are both documented criminal street gang members. During a search of the vehicle, two 22 caliber firearms were located. Villafana was arrested for carrying a concealed firearm and possession of a firearm not registered (a felony). Perez was arrested for possession of a firearm in a vehicle and possession of a firearm not registered (a felony). The juvenile was arrested for associating with other criminal street gang members and violation of probation.

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 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: December 29, 2018 / 2200 hours

INCIDENT:

Assault with a Firearm

DATE/TIME:

December 29, 2018, 7:30 P. M.

LOCATION:

300 Block Campbell Way, Oxnard

VICTIM(S):

Name Withheld

PREPARED BY:

Brett A. Smith, Sergeant

brett.smith@oxnardpd.org (805) 797-7995

CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:

Brett A. Smith, Sergeant

Brett.smith@oxnardpd.org (805) 797-7995

DETAILS: On December 29, 2018 at approximately 7:30 P.M., Officers from the Oxnard Police Department were dispatched to a serious assault with a firearm in the 300 Block of Campbell Way. The victim was transported to a local hospital and treated for a single gunshot wound to the chest. The victim is currently listed in stable condition. The Departments Violent Crimes Unit (VCU) responded to further investigate the circumstances surrounding the assault. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600, or the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You also have the option of reporting it online via the Oxnard Police Department’s website: www.oxnardpd.org, and clicking on Report Suspicious Activity. In every case you can remain anonymous if you choose to do so.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 12/29/18, 11:00 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Man dies 3 days after hit by car
DATE/TIME:	December 26, 2018 / 5:45 p.m.
LOCATION:	H Street at Janetwood Drive, Oxnard
VEHICLE:	2006 Hummer H2
DRIVER:	Hannah Cooper, 20-year-old female, Thousand Oaks resident
PEDESTRIAN:	Homer Valle, 88-year old male, Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Luis McArthur, Commander luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org (805) 207-4762
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Mike Wood, Traffic Officer mike.wood@oxnardpd.org (805) 385-7750

DETAILS:

The 88-year-old Homer Valle died Saturday, December 29, from his injuries. Valle was walking across H Street at Janetwood Drive on Wednesday, December 26, at about 5:45 p.m., when he was hit by a 2006 Hummer H2 driven by 20-year-old Hannah Cooper from Thousand Oaks.

The Hummer H2 was travelling westbound on Janetwood Drive when it hit Valle who was taken to St. John’s Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

The car stayed at the scene and driver cooperated with the investigation.

Anyone who has information regarding the collision is urged to contact Officer Mike Wood at (805)385-7750 or via email at mike.wood@oxnardpd.org.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 12-29-18 / 08:38 a.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Search Warrant / Gun Arrest
DATE/TIME:	December 28, 2018, 7:00 A.M.
LOCATION:	2600 block, Lilac Walk, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Albert Rojas, 51 years, Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Brett A. Smith, Sergeant Brett.smith@oxnardpd.org (805) 797-7995
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Detective John Brisslinger John.brisslinger@oxnardpd.org(805) 906-0778

DETAILS:

On December 28, 2018 at 7:00 A. M. Officers from the Oxnard Police Department’s SWAT Team and Violent Crimes Unit served a search warrant in the 2600 block of Lilac Walk. The occupants were initially reluctant to surrender to officers, but eventually complied and came out of the residence and were detained. During a search of the residence, a firearm was recovered and later found to be stolen. Albert Rojas, a convicted felon, and prohibited from possessing a firearm was arrested. Rojas was charged with 1 felony count of possessing a firearm, and 1 felony count of possessing a firearm by an addict or felon. He was later booked into the Ventura County Jail.

INCIDENT:

Documented Gang Member / Prohibited Person Arrested with a firearm

DATE/TIME:

December 27, 2018 / 7:40 p.m.

LOCATION:

Napoleon Ave. at Geronimo Drive

VICTIM(S):

State of California

SUSPECT(S):

Oscar Vaca, 24year-old, Oxnard resident

PREPARED BY:

Robert Flinn

@Oxnardpd.org

805-385-8289

CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:

Christopher Williams, Commander

Christopher.williams@Oxnardpd.org

805-207-7234

DETAILS:

On December 27, at approximately 7:40 p.m., officers from the Special Enforcement Unit (gang unit) conducted a traffic stop on a bicyclist on Geronimo Drive and Napoleon Avenue reference a vehicle code infraction. Upon making contact with the subject, officers found the subject to have an outstanding warrant for his arrest. The suspect, Oscar Vaca is on probation with searchable terms and is prohibited from possessing firearms. Vaca was found to be in possession of an unregistered handgun. Vaca is a documented criminal street gang member and one of his probation terms specifically states he is not allowed to possess firearms or ammunition, making this arrest a felony.

Vaca was arrested for carrying a concealed firearm (a felony), possessing a firearm without a serial number (a felony), and possessing a firearm in violation of probation, also a felony.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: December 27, 2018 / 2100 hours