OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:

Stolen Vehicle Pursuit- Two Handguns Recovered

DATE/TIME:

April 4, 2018 at 8:55 p.m.

LOCATION:

2300 Block of Maulhardt Avenue

VICTIM(S):

N/A

SUSPECT(S):

Victor Lopez, 27-year-old Gilroy, CA resident

PREPARED BY:

Sgt. Chris Inglehart, 805-385-7600

CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:

Sgt. Chris Inglehart, 805-385-7600

DETAILS:

On 4/4/2018, at approximately 8:55 p.m., an Oxnard Police Department Officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a silver Mercedes C30, in the 2300 block of Maulhardt Ave. The vehicle failed to yield and a pursuit was initiated. The Mercedes traveled to the Nyeland Acres neighborhood where several passengers exited the vehicle and fled on foot. The vehicle continued north on Santa Clara Avenue where officers were able to deploy a spike strip, which deflated the tires. The vehicle continued at a slow speed before coming to a stop near Santa Clara Ave and Wright Road. The driver, Victor Lopez, was taken into custody.

The vehicle was determined to be stolen out of Santa Clara County. During a search of the vehicle, two handguns were located inside. One of the handguns was determined to be stolen. Lopez was arrested for an outstanding felony warrant, possession of a stolen vehicle, several gun offenses, felony evading, and narcotics violations.

Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to call the Oxnard Police Department or Ventura County Crime Stoppers, 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

DATE / TIME PREPARED: April 4, 2018, approximately 12:07 a.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:

Traffic Stop- Two Handguns Recovered

DATE/TIME:

April 5, 2018 at 1:55 a.m.

LOCATION:

1300 block of Birch Street

SUSPECT(S):

Cody Henry, 25 year old Oxnard, CA resident

Desiree Amador, 20 year old Oxnard, CA resident

PREPARED BY:

Sergeant Edgar Fernandez, 805-385-7600

CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:

Sergeant Edgar Fernandez, 805-385-7600

DETAILS:

On 4/5/18, at approximately 1:55 a.m., an Oxnard Police Department Officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a silver Kia Sedona, in the area of the 1300 block of Birch Street. The vehicle did not initially stop and continued driving a short distance. The officer observed the passenger toss items from the vehicle. The vehicle stopped shortly afterward. It was discovered that the passenger, Cody Henry, had a felony warrant for his arrest.

During a search of the area where officers observed the items being tossed from the vehicle, two handguns were located. Henry was arrested for an outstanding felony warrant, several gun offenses, including a felon in possession of a firearm. Officers also found an additional passenger in the vehicle, Desiree Amador, to have an outstanding felony warrant. She was also taken into custody.

Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to call the Oxnard Police Department or Ventura County Crime Stoppers, 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

DATE / TIME PREPARED: April 5, 2018, at 4:00 a.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Gang member arrested with firearm
DATE/TIME:	April 02, 2018; 8:30PM
LOCATION:	600 block of Howell Rd., Oxnard Ca
VICTIM(S):	State of CA
SUSPECT(S):	Jesse Chairez
PREPARED BY:	Jon Wilkie, Sr. Officer
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Jon Wilkie (805)385-7600 jon.wilkie@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On April 2, 2018 Officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit (Gang Unit) were conducting directed gang enforcement throughout the city due to recent rise in gang related violence.

At approximately 2030 hours, SEU officers observed a known probationer and Oxnard gang member, Jesse Chairez, in the 600 block of Howell Rd. As Officers approached, Chairez discarded a loaded revolver handgun. Chairez was arrested without incident and charged with firearm related violations.

Chairez was transported to Ventura County Jail.

The Oxnard Police Department 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. Citizens are reminded to contact the Police Department when they observe suspicious activity or are witnesses to a crime.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: April 3, 2018/1430 Hrs.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Fatal Traffic Collision Involving a Motorcyclist
DATE/TIME:	April 2, 2018 / 12:36 p.m.
LOCATION:	Rose Avenue at Mountain View Avenue, Oxnard
VEHICLES:	2005 Harley Davidson Motorcycle 2011 Ford F650 Flatbed Truck
DRIVERS:	49-year-old male, city of residence unknown (motorcyclist) 36-year-old male, Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Denise Shadinger, Commander
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Officer Justin Songer (805) 385-7750 justin.songer@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On April 2, 2018, at approximately 12:36 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to an injury traffic collision on Rose Avenue at the intersection of Mountain View Avenue. When officers arrived they located a motorcyclist in the roadway with fatal injuries.

Based on the preliminary investigation, officers determined that the motorcyclist had been traveling southbound on Rose Avenue approaching the intersection of Mountain View Avenue. A 2011 Ford F650 flatbed truck, driven by a 36-year-old Oxnard resident, was traveling northbound on Rose Avenue, making a left turn onto Mountain View Avenue. The motorcyclist collided with the truck and was ejected from the motorcycle.

It is unknown whether alcohol or drugs were involved. The collision is still under investigation.

Anyone who may have witnessed or has information regarding the collision is asked to contact Officer Justin Songer at (805)385-7750 or via email at justin.songer@oxnardpd.org

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 4-2-18 / 2:35 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

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INCIDENT:	Search warrant yields loaded gun, cash, drugs
DATE/TIME:	March 30, 2018, @ 5:30 P.M
LOCATION:	500 Block Winchester Drive, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Jose Luis Pineda, 35 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 March 30, 2018, at approximately 5:30 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit and Violent Crimes Unit served a search warrant at a residence in the 500 block of Winchester Drive in the City of Oxnard.

Jose Luis Pineda was contacted outside his residence and arrested prior to the service of the warrant. He was initially arrested for being under the influence of a controlled substance. During the subsequent search of his residence and property, officers found a loaded gun, a large amount of cash and drugs. All items were seized as evidence.

Suspect Pineda faces charges that include being a felon in possession of a firearm, possession of ammunition by a prohibited person and possession of narcotics for sales.

The Oxnard Police Department’s Special Enforcement Unit and the Violent Crimes Unit are 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: March 30, 2018, / 11:30 p.m.

Jose Luis Pineda

Loaded gun, cash, drugs

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

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INCIDENT:	Serious injury collision involving a pedestrian
DATE/TIME:	March 29, 2018 / 8:21 p.m.
LOCATION:	Cooper Road @ Grant Avenue, Oxnard
VEHICLE:	1993 gold Chevy 1500 pickup truck
DRIVER:	53-year-old male, Oxnard resident
PEDESTRIAN:	41-year-old male, Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Ricardo Vazquez, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Michael Wood, Traffic Officer (805)385-7750 michael.wood@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On March 29, 2018, at approximately 8:21 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to an injury traffic collision involving a pedestrian at Cooper Road and Grant Avenue. It was determined a 1993 gold Chevy 1500 pickup truck, driven by a 53-year-old male, Oxnard resident was traveling westbound on Cooper Road when it collided with a 41-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing Cooper Road at Grant Avenue. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries as a result of the collision and was immediately transported to the Ventura County Medical Center. The pedestrian is currently listed in critical condition.

The driver of the pickup truck remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. It is unknown whether alcohol or drugs were involved. The collision is still under investigation.

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

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 3-29-18 / 11:50 p.m.

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:

Shooting Victims

DATE/TIME:

March 27, 2018, 7:54 p.m.

LOCATION:

2710 El Dorado Ave, Oxnard

SUSPECT(S):

Unknown Male

PREPARED BY:

Detective Ricardo Vega

CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:

Detective Ricardo Vega

Ricardo.Vega@oxnardpd.org (805) 385-8291

DETAILS: On March 27th, 2018, at 7:54 p.m., Oxnard Police officers and EMS personnel responded to a call of a shooting victim in the courtyard of 2710 El Dorado Ave. Upon arrival, officers located a 24-year-old victim who sustained a single gunshot wound to his chest. While on-scene, officers were notified of a second shooting victim; a 16-year-old male juvenile who sustained a single gunshot wound to his foot. The adult victim was transported to Ventura County Medical Center and is listed in stable condition. The juvenile victim was transported to St. John’s Regional Medical Center and is listed in stable condition. Detectives from the Violent Crimes Unit responded to the scene and are actively investigating the incident. At this point in the investigation, detectives do not know a motive for the shooting.

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: 3-27-18, 11:00 p.m.

INCIDENT:

Assault with a deadly weapon arrest

DATE/TIME:

March 25, 2018, 0445 hours

LOCATION:

730 W. Roderick Ave, Oxnard

SUSPECT(S):

Roger Whitacre, 36 year old Oxnard resident

PREPARED BY:

Jonathan Ballow, Detective

jonathan.ballow@oxnardpd.org (805) 288-3289

CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:

Jonathan Ballow, Detective

jonathan.ballow@oxnardpd.org (805) 288-3289

DETAILS: On March 25, 2018 at 4:45 am, Oxnard police officers responded to an assault with a firearm at 730 W. Roderick Ave, Oxnard. It was determined that the suspect told the victim that he was going to shoot the victim during a verbal argument. The suspect retrieved a rifle and struck the victim on the head with the barrel of the firearm causing a minor laceration. Detectives from the Oxnard Police Department Violent Crimes Unit responded and authored a search warrant for the residence. Several firearms were located and seized pursuant to the search warrant.

Whitacre was arrested for the felony charges of an assault with a deadly weapon and criminal threats.

Date/Time Prepared: March 25, 2018 / 11:30AM

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Juvenile arrested for possession of a concealed firearm
DATE/TIME:	March 23, 2018, 7:43 p.m.
LOCATION:	1300 block of Azalea Street
VICTIM(S):	N/A
SUSPECT(S):	16-year-old male Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Sgt. Chris Inglehart, 805-385-7600
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Detective Steven Ramirez II (805) 385-7760 steven.ramirez@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On 3/23/18 at 7:43 pm officers with the Oxnard Police Department Violent Crimes Unit conducted directed enforcement in the area of 1300 Azalea Street and contacted a 16-year-old male subject. During the contact, officers determined that the subject was in possession of concealed handgun. The subject was arrested and booked into Ventura County Juvenile Hall.

Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department, the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070, or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477 & http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: March 24, 2018, approximately 12:30 a.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Oxnard Shooting Victim Dies
DATE/TIME:	March 19, 2018, at approximately 1 p.m.
LOCATION:	1000 block of West Gonzales Rd., north alley
VICTIM(S):	Juan Oscar Gutierrez, 44-year old Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Alex Arnett (805) 385-7763 alex.arnett@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Detective Steven Ramirez II (805) 385-7760 steven.ramirez@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

The victim of a shooting, that occurred on March 19, 2018, has died. The victim, 44-year old Juan Oscar Gutierrez, succumbed to his injury and died at the Ventura County Medical Center on March 20, 2018, shortly before 3 p.m. (Notification to the media was delayed in order to allow the victim’s family time to notify other family members and friends, and time to mourn their loss.)

The shooting occurred in the north alley of the 1000 block of West Gonzales Road. Oxnard police officers and EMS personnel were dispatched to that location reference a person wounded in the alley. EMS arrived on scene and found Gutierrez laying in the alley. EMS transported Gutierrez to the Ventura County Medical Center in critical condition. Oxnard police officers arrived on scene and located evidence of a shooting. Detectives with the Violent Crimes Unit and Major Crimes Unit responded to the scene to handle the investigation. The incident is now being investigated as a homicide and the Major Crimes Unit will be leading the investigation. The motive for the shooting is unknown.

The City of Oxnard offers a $10,000.00 reward to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and conviction of suspect(s) in homicide cases. Investigators are encouraging anyone with information about this incident to contact Detective Steven Ramirez II at (805) 385-7760.

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: March 23, 2018, approximately 9:30 p.m.

Juan Oscar Gutierrez