News Releases

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: April 10, 2025 (8:56 p.m.)

SUBJECT: Firearms Arrest

SUSPECTS: Merino, Angel (18-years-old Oxnard Resident)

LOCATION: Oxnard Blvd and Sixth St, Oxnard

CONTACT: Cody Collet, Commander

On April 10, 2025, at approximately 8:56 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Oxnard Blvd and Sixth St. Officers contacted one of the passengers of the vehicle identified as Angel Merino, 18 years old. During the contact, Merino was found to be in possession of a semi-automatic handgun. Merino was arrested for firearms related charges.

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 by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers. at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit their website: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: April 8, 2025

SUBJECT: DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint and DUI Enforcement Patrols

CONTACT: Mike Gens, Sergeant

(805) 385-7847 | [email protected]

Oxnard Police Department to hold DUI Checkpoint and use extra officers to patrol for suspected impaired drivers

The Oxnard Police Department will have additional officers working patrol on Friday, April 11, 2025, specifically looking for drivers suspected of being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. In addition, the Oxnard Police Department will hold a DUI/driver’s license checkpoint at an undisclosed location within the city. The DUI Checkpoint and DUI patrols will be from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

DUI checkpoints and patrols are done in locations with a history of DUI-related collisions and arrests. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints are to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.

The Oxnard Police Department reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Some prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs may interfere with driving. While medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal.

Drivers charged with a first-time DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: April 9th, 2025 (6:00 p.m.)

SUBJECT: Documented Gang Member / Parolee Found in Possession of a Stolen Firearm

SUSPECTS: Angel Cardona, 42-year-old Oxnard resident

LOCATION: 100 blk. of Magnolia Ave., Oxnard

CONTACT: Bakari Myers, Sergeant

(805) 797-6202 | [email protected]

On April 9^th 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Special Enforcement Unit (Gang Unit) and Violent Crimes Unit located Angel Cardona in the 100 blk. of Magnolia Ave. Cardona, a parolee and documented criminal street gang member, had felony warrants for evading and for absconding from parole. Cardona was on parole for a previous felony assault on a peace officer.

Due to Cardona’s lengthy and violent history, officers conducted a high risk stop and ultimately took Cardona into custody. Officers searched the vehicle Cardona was operating and located a loaded, .45 caliber, semi-automatic handgun that was previously reported stolen. Cardona was also found to be in possession of narcotics.

Cardona was ultimately charged for violating the conditions of his parole. The narcotics and firearm charges are pending further investigation.

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 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 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.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: April 7, 2025 / 2:26 PM

SUBJECT: Assault with A Deadly Weapon Against a Police Officer

SUSPECTS: Lucio Sedeno, 34-year-old Oxnard resident

LOCATION: 1600 block Astoria Place, Oxnard

CONTACT: Greg Harasymowycz, Commander

(805) 385-7600 [email protected]

Officers responded to the 1600 block of Astoria Place in Oxnard regarding a family dispute on the above date and time. Upon arrival, officers learned that the suspect, Lucio Sedeno, had battered a family member and was out of 290 PC compliance. Sedeno fled the scene on foot, and officers gave chase. During the foot pursuit, Sedeno obtained a piece of glass and slashed at officers, which caused a one-inch laceration to an officer’s jaw. Sedeno was taken into custody without incident for various crimes, including Assault With A Deadly Weapon, 290 PC Violations, and others. The officer was transported to a local hospital and is being treated for the laceration. The officer is expected to make a full recovery.

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 under the Contact Tab. You can remain anonymous if you choose to do so. 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.

Greg Harasymowycz

Commander

Oxnard Police Department

[email protected]

(805) 385-7600 Work Phone

Sunday-Wednesday (0600-1600 hours)

Good evening:

Traffic at Vineyard Avenue and Oxnard Boulevard is heavily impacted due to malfunctioning railroad arms. Railroads have been notified. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes.

Thank you for your patience.

Kevin Baysinger

Commander

Oxnard Police Department

[email protected]

office: 805.385.7771

Sun-Wed 4:00pm – 2:00am

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: March 30, 2025 / 3:00PM

SUBJECT: Firearm Arrest

SUSPECT: Juan Juarez, 27 year old Oxnard resident

LOCATION: Third Street / Hayes Avenue, Oxnard

CONTACT: Kevin Baysinger, Commander

805-385-7600 (Sun-Wed 4PM-2AM) [email protected]

On the above date/time, Oxnard Police officers responded to a subject passed out in a vehicle with its engine running at the above intersection. Officers made contact with the driver, Juarez, and ultimately arrested him for driving under the influence of drugs. During a search of Juarez’ vehicle, officers located an unregistered loaded firearm with a high capacity magazine. Juarez was also charged with multiple firearms violations.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: March 28, 2025

SUBJECT: Distracted Driving Enforcement

CONTACT: Mike Gens, Sergeant

(805) 385-7847 (Tue-Fri 7AM-5PM) | [email protected]

On March 31, 2025, the Oxnard Police Department will conduct an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law.

Under current law, drivers are not allowed to hold a phone or electronic communications device while operating a vehicle. This includes talking, texting, or using an app. Using a handheld cell phone while driving is punishable by a fine. Violating the hands-free law for a second time within 36 months of a prior conviction for the same offense will result in a point being added to a driver’s record.

If you have an important phone call or need to program directions, pull over to a safe parking spot. Before driving, either silence your phone or put it somewhere you can’t reach.

Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Good evening:

OPD and OFD are on scene of a collision involving a train and tractor trailer at the intersection of Rice Avenue and Fifth Street. Traffic has been diverted around the intersection. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes until further notice.

Kevin Baysinger

Commander

Oxnard Police Department

[email protected]

office: 805.385.7771

Sun-Wed 4:00pm – 2:00am

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: March 25, 2025 / 7:15PM

SUBJECT: Injury Collision involving Train and Tractor Trailer

LOCATION: Rice Avenue at Fifth Street

CONTACT: Manny Perez, Traffic Coordinator

(805) 385-7750 | [email protected]

(Monday to Thursday 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

On March 25, 2025, at approximately 7:15 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to the area of Rice Avenue and Fifth Street regarding a traffic collision involving a Metrolink Train and a tractor trailer.

Upon arrival, officers discovered that a Metrolink train carrying 13 passengers struck the trailer of a tractor trailer as the train crossed Rice Avenue at Fifth Street. The tractor trailer had been stopped on southbound Rice Avenue and the train was travelling westbound. The debris from the collision struck an adult female who was at a nearby food vendor. This female was transported to a local hospital with a head injury and was last listed in critical but stable condition. Two passengers on the train complained of pain. The driver of the tractor trailer was not injured. Alcohol did not appear to be a factor in the collision.

Traffic investigators responded to the scene and assisted with the investigation. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone who has information regarding this collision is urged to contact Traffic Coordinator Corporal Manuel Perez at (805) 385-7750 or via email [email protected].

Update

The roadway has been reopened. Thank you for your assistance

Luis Mancha

Patrol Sergeant

Oxnard Police Department

[email protected]

(805) 385-7600

Sunday-Tuesday, 1330-0130

On Tue, Mar 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM Baysinger, Kevin <[email protected]> wrote:

Good evening:

OPD and OFD are on scene of a collision involving a train and tractor trailer at the intersection of Rice Avenue and Fifth Street. Traffic has been diverted around the intersection. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes until further notice.

Kevin Baysinger

Commander

Oxnard Police Department

[email protected]

office: 805.385.7771

Sun-Wed 4:00pm – 2:00am