Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

EVENT:	DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint
DATE/TIME:	Friday, July 26th, 2013 6:00 P.M. to 12:00 A.M.
LOCATION:	City of Oxnard
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Jamie Brown, Traffic Coordinator (805) 385-77549

DETAILS:

Oxnard, CA – Oxnard Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint on Friday, July 26th at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.

The deterrent effect of DUI checkpoints is a proven resource in reducing the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol or drug involved crashes. Research shows that crashes involving alcohol drop by an average of 20 percent when well-publicized checkpoints are conducted often enough.

Officers will be contacting drivers passing through the checkpoint looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment. Officers will also check drivers for proper licensing and will strive to delay motorists only momentarily. When possible, specially trained officers will be available to evaluate those suspected of drug-impaired driving. Drivers caught driving impaired can expect jail, license suspension, and insurance increases, as well as fines, fees, DUI classes, other expenses that can exceed $10,000.

In 2010, over 10,000 people were killed nationally in motor vehicle traffic crashes that involved at least one driver or motorcycle rider with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08% or higher. In California, this deadly crime led to 791 deaths because someone failed to designate a sober driver. “Over the course of the past three years, DUI collisions have claimed 6 lives and resulted in 641 injury crashes harming 381 of our friends and neighbors,” said Senior Officer Jamie Brown.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), checkpoints have provided the most effective documented results of any of the DUI enforcement strategies, while also yielding considerable cost savings of $6 for every $1 spent. Based on collision statistics and frequency of DUI arrests, DUI Checkpoints are placed in locations that have the greatest opportunity for achieving drunk and drugged driving deterrence. Locations are chosen with safety considerations for the officers and the public.

Funding for this checkpoint is provided to the Oxnard Police Department by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, reminding everyone to continue to work together to bring an end to these tragedies. If you see a Drunk Driver – Call 9-1-1.

MEDIA NOTES: To schedule an interview regarding the Oxnard Traffic Safety Operations, please contact Jamie Brown at 805-385-7749 or at Jamie.brown@oxnardpd.org

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Weapons and narcotics arrest
DATE/TIME:	7-29-13 / 1331 hours
LOCATION:	2300 block of South K St
VICTIM(S):
SUSPECT(S):	Juan Ayala, 34 year old Oxnard resident Jesus Rangel, 35 year old Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Jared Schmelter, Officer
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sgt. Steve Trickle, 805-385-7600 steve.trickle@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On 7/29/13 at 1331 hours, an Oxnard Police K-9 officer stopped a vehicle in the 2300 block of South K Street, for a vehicle code violation. The driver, 34 year old Juan Ayala of Oxnard, was on probation and out on bail for gun and drug-related charges.

Officers conducted a probation search of the vehicle. During the search, a loaded handgun, rifle, and various narcotics were located in the vehicle. Both the driver and passenger, Jesus Rangel, were arrested for various narcotics and weapons related offenses.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 7-29-13, 1747 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Narcotics Arrest of Post Release Offender
DATE/TIME:	8/18/13 at approximately 0600 hours
LOCATION:	Devonshire Drive and Oxford Drive
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Frank Granados Jr., 36 years
PREPARED BY:	Officer David Castillo
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Commander Eduardo M. Miranda (805) 385-7600 eduardo.miranda@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On 8/18/13 at approximately 0600 hours, an officer from the Oxnard Police Department was patrolling the area of Ventura Road and Devonshire Drive when he stopped a vehicle for a vehicle code violation. The driver was contacted and identified as Frank Granados Jr. It was determined that Granados was on probation for prior narcotic related offenses. During a probation search of the vehicle, a large amount of methamphetamine and a methamphetamine pipe was located. Granados was arrested for 11377(a) H&S, Possession of a Controlled Substance, 11379(a) H&S, Transportation of a Controlled Substance, 11364.1(a) H&S, Possession of a Smoking Device, and 3454(c) P.C., PRO violation, and booked into the Ventura County Jail.

Frank Granados Jr. was on the Post Release Offender (PRO) program. The PRO Program released non-violent, non-sexual, and non-serious offenders from prison pursuant to Assembly Bill 109.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 8/18/13 0900 Hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	DUI/Drivers License checkpoint Planned this Weekend
DATE/TIME:	Saturday, September 14th, 2013 6:00 P.M. to 12:00 A.M.
LOCATION:	City of Oxnard
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Jamie Brown, Traffic Coordinator (805) 385-77549

DETAILS: Oxnard, CA – Oxnard Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint on Saturday, September 14th at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.

The deterrent effect of DUI checkpoints is a proven resource in reducing the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol or drug involved crashes. Research shows that crashes involving alcohol drop by an average of 20 percent when well-publicized checkpoints are conducted often enough.

Officers will be contacting drivers passing through the checkpoint looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment. Officers will also check drivers for proper licensing and will strive to delay motorists only momentarily. When possible, specially trained officers will be available to evaluate those suspected of drug-impaired driving. Drivers caught driving impaired can expect jail, license suspension, and insurance increases, as well as fines, fees, DUI classes, other expenses that can exceed $10,000.

In 2010, over 10,000 people were killed nationally in motor vehicle traffic crashes that involved at least one driver or motorcycle rider with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08% or higher. In California, this deadly crime led to 791 deaths because someone failed to designate a sober driver. “Over the course of the past three years, DUI collisions have claimed 6 lives and resulted in 649 injury crashes harming 391 of our friends and neighbors,” said Senior Officer Jamie Brown.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), checkpoints have provided the most effective documented results of any of the DUI enforcement strategies, while also yielding considerable cost savings of $6 for every $1 spent. Based on collision statistics and frequency of DUI arrests, DUI Checkpoints are placed in locations that have the greatest opportunity for achieving drunk and drugged driving deterrence. Locations are chosen with safety considerations for the officers and the public.

Funding for this checkpoint is provided to the Oxnard Police Department by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, reminding everyone to continue to work together to bring an end to these tragedies. If you see a Drunk Driver – Call 9-1-1.

MEDIA NOTES: To schedule an interview regarding the Oxnard Traffic Safety Operations, please contact Jamie Brown at 805-385-7749 or at Jamie.brown@oxnardpd.org

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Fatal Hit-And-Run Traffic Collision-Vehicle vs. Pedestrian (Update)
DATE/TIME:	9-20-13, 2251 hours
LOCATION:	Hemlock Street and Capstan Drive
Party 1:	Aida Reyes, 20 years, Oxnard resident
Party 2:	Unknown
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Silver 2003 Infinity G35
PREPARED BY:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Sergeant, (805) 385-7847 brian.woolley@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Maria Pena, (805) 385-7750 maria.pena@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On September 20, 2013, at about 10:51 P.M., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to the intersection of Hemlock Street and Capstan Drive in reference to a hit-and-run injury traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.

The pedestrian, Aida Reyes, was transported to a local hospital where she underwent emergency surgery for her injuries. The Oxnard Police Department was informed this morning that Reyes died as a result of the injuries she sustained during the collision.

The Oxnard Police Traffic Unit is actively investigating this collision.

If anyone has information about this collision, please contact Senior Officer Maria Peña at 805-385-7750.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: September 21, 1800 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Stolen Vehicle/Firearm Arrests
DATE/TIME:	9/23/2013 at 0440 hours
LOCATION:	Seventh Street / Ventura Road
SUSPECT(S):	Two Juveniles, 15 and 16 years old, Oxnard residents
PREPARED BY:	Randy Latimer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Randy Latimer, Commander

DETAILS:

On 9/23/2013, at approximately 4:40 AM, officers from the Oxnard Police Department were stopped in the area of Seventh Street and Ventura Road when they heard several gunshots coming from a nearby neighborhood. Officers responded to the area of the 1300 block of Hull Place to investigate.

Officers observed a vehicle leaving the area at a high rate of speed and attempted a traffic stop. The occupants of the vehicle, two juveniles, 15 and 16 years old, fled from the vehicle and were arrested after a brief foot pursuit.

Further investigation revealed that the vehicle the juveniles were driving, a Mitsubishi Galant, was stolen but had not been reported. Officers also located a loaded semi-automatic handgun inside of the vehicle. Both Juveniles were charged with auto theft, conspiracy and weapons violations. They were lodged into Juvenile Hall.

No one was injured during this event and officers were unable to locate any damage related to the gunshots being fired.

Anyone who has information regarding this event should call the Oxnard Police Department at 805-385-7600.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Attempt Robbery
DATE/TIME:	9/29/13 – 1116 hours
LOCATION:	440 S. Ventura Road (Masters Donuts)

SUSPECT(S):	Hispanic, male, 20’s, 5-11, 195 pounds, black hoodie and grey shorts



PREPARED BY:	Randy Latimer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Randy Latimer, Commander randy.latimer@oxnardpd.org, (805) 385-7600

DETAILS:

At 1116 hours, officers responded to Masters Donuts located at 440 S. Ventura Road after receiving a call of a robbery to the business. Officers learned a male in his 20s, 5-11, 195 pounds, wearing a black “hoodie” and grey shorts, attempted to rob the business by using a handgun.

An employee said that the suspect approached the counter and showed her a handgun. He demanded money but fled without any cash or property. No one was injured during the incident.

The suspect was last seen running northbound from the area.

Anyone with information regarding this crime should contact the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070. You may also contact the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (805) 222-8477 and http://www.venturacountycrimestopper.org/contact.aspx.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 9/29/13 – 1545 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Vehicle Pursuit / Post Release Offender (PRO) arrest
DATE/TIME:	10-08-13 / 1129 hours
LOCATION:	Statham Blvd / Oxnard Blvd
SUSPECT(S):	Jaime Aguirre 26 years (Oxnard Resident) Richard Reyes 26 years (Oxnard Resident)
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Grey 90’s Honda Accord
PREPARED BY:	Officer Mike Wood
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Officer Mike Wood 385-7600 mike.wood@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On 10-08-13, at 1129 hours, Officers attempted a traffic stop on a grey 90’s Honda Accord at Statham Blvd and Oxnard Boulevard for a traffic violation. The vehicle fled and a brief vehicle pursuit began. The officer discontinued the pursuit due to public safety reasons. Responding officers observed the vehicle in the 3100 block of Albany Drive which continued to drive erratically. The officers continued to follow the vehicle from a safe distance until the occupants abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot in the 3400 block of Frankfurt Court.

A perimeter was set up and both occupants were taken into custody after a brief search. The passenger, identified as Richard Reyes, a 26 year old Oxnard resident, was arrested for an outstanding warrant. The driver, identified as Jaime Aguirre, a 26 year old Oxnard resident, was arrested for felony evading, narcotics-related offenses and a felony warrant. Aguirre is currentlyin the Post Release Offender (PRO) program. The PRO’s Program released non-violent, non-sexual, and non-serious offenders from custody pursuant to Assembly Bill 109.

Anyone with additional information is asked to call the Oxnard Police Department at 385-7600.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 10-08-13 / 1350

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Possession of a Loaded Firearm Arrest
DATE/TIME:	December 3, 2013 1123 hours
LOCATION:	2000 block of North Rose Avenue, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Alfred Acevedo, 21 year old resident of Oxnard
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	1997 white Infiniti I30
PREPARED BY:	Traffic Officer Sheylan Flannery
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Officer Sheylan Flannery / (805) 385-7600 Sheylan.flannery@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS: On 12/3/13, at approximately 1123 hours, an officer from the Oxnard Police Department Traffic Unit conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Rose Avenue and Gonzales Road. Further investigation revealed that the driver, Alfred Acevedo, was driving without a valid driver’s license. As the contact with Acevedo continued, a loaded handgun was found concealed on his person.

Acevedo was arrested without incident and charged with possession of a loaded, concealed and unregistered firearm. He was later booked into the Ventura County Jail.

DATE / TIME PREPARED:

12-3-13 / 1800 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Stabbing Victim
DATE/TIME:	12/19/2013 0808 hours
LOCATION:	Briana Circle at Entrada Drive
VICTIM(S):	14 year old Oxnard resident
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Black or dark green BMW 3 series
PREPARED BY:	D. Klug, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Oxnard Police and Fire Communications Center 805-385-7740

DETAILS:
On December 19, 2013 at about 0808 hours officers of the Oxnard Police Department responded to a call of a stabbing victim in the area of Briana Circle and Entrada Drive. Officers learned that 3 juveniles were walking in the area of Briana Circle and Entrada Drive when they were approached by 4 males driving in a dark green or black 3 series BMW. An altercation took place between the two groups and one subject received a single, non-life threatening, stab wound.

The 4 suspects were last seen leaving in the BMW southbound on Entrada Drive from Briana Circle.

If anyone has information about this incident, they are encouraged to call Oxnard P.D. at (805) 385-7740. 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: December 19, 2013 @1200 hours