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 [email protected] (805) 207-4762
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Mike Wood, Traffic Officer [email protected] (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 [email protected].

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 [email protected] (805) 797-7995
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Detective John Brisslinger [email protected](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.

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.

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

[email protected]

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.

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 27, 2018 / 2100 hours

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:

Juvenile Arrested for Loaded Handgun

DATE/TIME:

12/26/18, 10:23 p.m.

LOCATION:

201 W. Vineyard Ave

VICTIM(S):

State of California

SUSPECT(S):

Withheld, Juvenile, age 17

PREPARED BY:

Robin Whitney, Commander

(805) 385-7771

CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:

Robin Whitney, Commander

(805) 385-7771

DETAILS:

On 12/26/18, at around 10:23 p.m., a caller reported two suspicious males who attempted to burglarize a vehicle in the carports of 201 W. Vineyard Ave. The responding officers contacted three male subjects in the carport, including two juveniles (ages 16 and 17), and a 21-year-old. During a pat-down search for weapons, officers located a loaded .25 caliber handgun in the front pocket of the 17-year-old male. The minor was arrested for possession of a loaded concealed firearm. He was transported to the Oxnard Police Department for booking and later lodged in Juvenile Hall. The two other subjects were released without charge after a field interview.

If anyone has further information regarding this incident, they are encouraged to call Oxnard PD at (805) 385-7796. Individuals can remain anonymous by calling the violent crimes hotline at (805) 982-7070 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. To submit a tip via text or email, visit http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 12/26/18, 2355 hours

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:

Stabbing and Arrest

DATE/TIME:

12/26/18, 4:09 p.m.

LOCATION:

100 Block of South Garfield Avenue

VICTIM(S):

Name Withheld, Hispanic male, early 40’s

SUSPECT(S):

Alberto Perez, 43 years old, Oxnard resident

WITNESS(ES):

Withheld

PREPARED BY:

Robin Whitney, Commander

(805) 385-7771

CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:

Robin Whitney, Commander

(805) 385-7771

DETAILS:

On 12/26/18, at about 4:09 p.m., officers were dispatched to a stabbing victim in the 100 block of South Grant Avenue. Upon arrival, they obtained a description of the suspect, who fled the scene on a bicycle. One of the Officers on-scene, recalled seeing an individual matching the suspect description in the area of the 100 block of South Garfield Avenue, as he was responding to the call. Officers responded to that location and detained suspect Alberto Perez, age 43. An infield line-up was conducted and Perez was positively identified as being responsible for the stabbing. The victim suffered non-life-threatening wounds to his shoulder and ear. The preliminary investigation indicates the victim and suspect were involved in an altercation prior to the stabbing occurring.

If anyone has further information, they are encouraged to call Oxnard PD at (805) 385-7796. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call 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/contactus.aspx to submit a tip via text or email

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 12/26/18, 5:45 p.m.

Alberto Perez

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	UPDATE: Stolen van found with dog inside unharmed
DATE/TIME:	Wednesday, 12/26/18, 12:00 p.m.
LOCATION:	2500 block of Ukiah Street, Port Hueneme
VICTIM(S):	Withheld
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown
VICTIM VEHICLE(S):	Blue, 2007, Honda Odyssey Minivan, Colorado license plate CMW693 (Recovered)
PREPARED BY:	Luis Mc Arthur, Commander [email protected] (805) 207-4762
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Enrique Alvarez, Senior Officer (805) 385-7664

UPDATE:

A man’s van that was stolen three days ago from St. John’s Hospital in Oxnard where his wife was being treated, was recovered and returned to the couple with their beloved puppy Scrappy inside.

On Wednesday, 12/26/18, at about noon, a resident reported the abandoned Odyssey van in the 2500 block of Ukiah Street in the City of Port Hueneme. Inside the van, Scrappy was found alive, although weak and dehydrated having spent what was assumed to be three days and nights inside the vehicle.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Stolen Vehicle Arrest
DATE/TIME:	December 25, 2018; 8:29 AM
LOCATION:	900 block of C Street, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Withheld
SUSPECT(S):	Julio Cesar Lara, 55-year-old Oxnard Resident Rosalinda Pizano, 53-year-old Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Eduardo M. Miranda, Commander
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Eduardo M. Miranda, Commander [email protected] (808) 385-7771

DETAILS:

On December 25, 2018, at about 8:29 AM, an Oxnard Police Officer located an occupied stolen vehicle in the 900 block of S. C Street. A traffic stop was initiated and the driver yielded. The driver was identified as Julio Cesar Lara a 55-year-old Oxnard resident. He was arrested for the unlawful taking/driving of a motor vehicle (California Vehicle Code 10851), possession of stolen property (California Penal Code 496d (a)), possession of a methamphetamine pipe (California Health and Safety Code 11364), and possession of a stolen vehicle with prior stolen vehicle convictions (California Penal Code 666.5(a)).

The passenger, Rosalinda Pizano a 53-year-old Oxnard resident, was arrested for possession of stolen property (California Penal Code 496d(a)) and possession of an illegal medical prescription (California Business and Professions 4060).

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 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.

Julio Cesar Lara Rosalinda Pizano

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 12/25/2018; 11:25 AM

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Robbery/Stabbing
DATE/TIME:	December 23, 2018, 5:38 P.M.
LOCATION:	200 block Cuesta Del Mar Drive, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Three (3) Hispanic Males
PREPARED BY:	Brett A. Smith, Sergeant [email protected] (805) 797-7995
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Brett A. Smith, Sergeant [email protected] (805) 797-7995

DETAILS:

On December 23, 2108, officers were dispatched to 241 Chester Way regarding a stabbing victim in the middle of the roadway. Officers located the victim who was immediately taken to a local hospital and rushed into emergency surgery. The victim suffered from a stab wound to the neck and is currently listed in critical/unstable condition. Officers learned of a second robbery victim (Not Injured) who may have been robbed by the same three (3) subjects. The Oxnard Violent Crimes Unit responded to scene to further investigate the circumstances surrendering the robberies. The investigation is ongoing

DATE / TIME PREPARED: December 24, 2018 / 1115 hours

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Documented Gang Member / Prohibited Person Arrested with Loaded Handgun
DATE/TIME:	December 23, 2018 / 11:34 p.m.
LOCATION:	Oxnard Blvd. at Glenwood
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Mario Diaz, 23-year-old, Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Bakari Myers, Sergeant [email protected] 805-385-777
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Christopher Williams, Commander [email protected] 805-207-7234

DETAILS:

On December 23, at approximately 11:34 p.m., officers from the Special Enforcement Unit (gang unit) conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle at Oxnard Blvd. and Glenwood reference a vehicle code infraction. Upon making contact with the occupants, officers discovered that a rear passenger, suspect Mario Diaz, was in possession of a loaded handgun. Diaz 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.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: December 24, 2018 / 0050 hours

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:

Commercial Burglary/ Stolen Vehicle Arrest

DATE/TIME:

December 23, 2018; 14:59 p.m.

LOCATION:

Home Depot, 401 West Esplanade Drive, Oxnard

VICTIM(S):

Magic Auto Center (Ventura, CA)/ The Home Depot

SUSPECT(S):

Roberto Rivera, 39 years, Oxnard resident

Azalea Pedro, 22 years, Oxnard resident

PREPARED BY:

Edgar Fernandez, Sergeant

CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:

[email protected]

(805) 385-7600

DETAILS:

On December 23, 2018, at approximately 3:00 p.m., Oxnard Police Officers were dispatched to a call of subjects stealing property from The Home Depot store in Oxnard. Upon arrival, officers determined that the suspects attempted to steal power tools and other items from the store. The suspects were confronted by store employees outside of the business and fled prior to officer arrival.

Responding officers located the vehicle occupied by the suspects and parked in a nearby parking lot. The vehicle was determined to be stolen. The suspects, Roberto Rivera, a 39 year old, Oxnard resident and Azalea Pedro, a 22 year old, Oxnard resident were arrested without incident. Both suspects were charged with commercial burglary, conspiracy to commit a crime and possession/ operating a stolen vehicle. Rivera was also found to be on parole and had an outstanding warrant issued for his arrest.

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. It is unnecessary, unsafe, illegal, and at risk of being stolen
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: 12/23/18; 5:30 p.m.