Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Shooting Victim
DATE/TIME:	2/10/14, 2115 hours
LOCATION:	1000 Block of West Gonzalez Road
VICTIM(S):	20 year old male
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown

SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Dark Colored Vehicle

PREPARED BY:	Kevin Baysinger, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Oxnard Police Communcations 385-7740

DETAILS:
On 2-10-14, at approximately 2115 hours, officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to the report of shots fired in the 1000 Block of West Gonzalez Road. Officers were initially unable to locate any involved persons, or evidence of a shooting.

A short time later, a shooting victim (20 year old male) arrived at St. John’s Hospital. This victim suffered a non-life threatening wound to his leg. Officers learned this victim was shot in the area of the original call of shots fired. Officers were able to locate evidence of a shooting in the area of 1001 W. Gonzalez Road.

The suspects were believed to be in a dark colored vehicle. There was no further description about the suspects.

Persons with information regarding this crime are encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at 385-7740. If someone wishes to remain anonymous, they can call the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070 or the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477 and www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx to submit a tip via text or e-mail.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 2/10/2014 2255 hrs.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Traffic Advisory – “Sink Hole”
DATE/TIME:	3-2-14 / 0545 hours
LOCATION:	Ventura Road at Hemlock Street
VICTIM(S):	N/A
SUSPECT(S):	N/A
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	N/A
LOSS:	None
PREPARED BY:	Marty Meyer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Marty Meyer, martin.meyer@oxnardpd.org, (805) 207-7078

DETAILS:

At 0545 hours, personnel from the Oxnard Police Department and Oxnard Fire Department responded to what was described as a “sink hole” at the intersection of Ventura Road at Hemlock Street. An approximately 20 foot by 10 foot hole filled with water was located on Ventura Road on the northeast side of the intersection. There was no damage or injuries.

Traffic will be re-routed around the damaged roadways while repairs are made. It is not known how long repairs will take.

Date / Time Prepared: 3-2-14 / 1212 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Arrest: Juvenile in Possession of a Concealed Firearm
DATE/TIME:	3/28/14 / 2203 hours
LOCATION:	Bryce Canyon Av @ “A” Street
SUSPECT(S):	17 year old Juvenile of Oxnard
PREPARED BY:	Randy Latimer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Randy Latimer, Commander (805) 385-7600

DETAILS:
On 3/28/14, at approximately 2203 hours, an officer from the Oxnard Police Department observed a 17 year old male juvenile riding a bicycle eastbound on Bryce Canyon Av. The officer observed the subject fail to stop for a stop sign and proceeded to stop him. As he contacted the juvenile, the juvenile reached into his waistband and threw a metal object onto the lawn of a nearby apartment building. Upon further investigation, the officer located the object and found that it was a loaded .25 caliber pistol.

The juvenile was placed under arrest for carrying a concealed firearm, carrying a firearm in public, minor in possession of a firearm, and minor in possession of ammunition. He was booked into juvenile hall.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Shooting Victim
DATE/TIME:	March 28, 2014 / 2057
LOCATION:	Eastwood Park, 1401 North “F” Street, City of Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	16 Year old Oxnard resident
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown
PREPARED BY:	Detective Jess Aragon
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Jaime Miranda Jaime.Miranda@oxnardpd.org 805-385-7665

DETAILS:
On March 28, 2014, at 2057 hours, officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to the 1300 block of North “H” street reference a shooting victim. Once on scene, officers located a 16 year old Oxnard resident suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to the Ventura County Medical Center and is listed in stable condition with non-life threatening wounds.

Officers were able to locate evidence of the shooting in Eastwood Park at 1401 North “F” Street. The suspects are still outstanding and were seen wearing dark clothing and fleeing the area on foot. If anyone has any additional information about this incident, they are encouraged to call Detective Jaime Miranda at (805) 385-7665. 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.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Attempt Murder
DATE/TIME:	3-30-14, 1509 hours
LOCATION:	Pleasant Valley Road at Beaumont Avenue
VICTIM(S):	27-Year old male, Oxnard resident
SUSPECT(S):	Miguel Jimenez, 32 years old, Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):	Withheld
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	N/A
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Detective Jaime Miranda
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Edgar Fernandez, (805) 385-7635, edgar.fernandez@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On 3-30-14, at 1509 hours, officers responded to a call of a stabbing victim and possible traffic collision in the 4500 Block of Reeder Avenue. When officers arrived, they contacted the victim, a 27-year old male and Oxnard resident. The victim had been involved in a minor traffic collision with a parked vehicle and was suffering from a single stab wound to the head. The victim was transported to VCMC where he underwent surgery. He is listed in critical, but stable condition.

From a witness at the scene, officers were able to obtain a suspect description. Officers responding to the scene located the suspect nearby. He was identified as 32-year old Oxnard resident, Miguel Jimenez. Jimenez was arrested without incident. Officers determined that a fight between the suspect and victim had occurred in the parking lot near the intersection of Pleasant Valley Road and Beaumont Avenue. After the victim was stabbed, he entered his vehicle and began to drive away from the area. He eventually lost consciousness and collided with a parked unoccupied vehicle.

If anyone has further information about this incident, they are encouraged to call Detective Edgar Fernandez at (805) 385-7635. 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 or http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx to submit a tip via text of e-mail.

Date / Time Prepared: 3-30-14 / 2030 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Intruder at a high school campus, in possession of a replica firearm
DATE/TIME:	Tuesday, 04/1/2014 @12:30 pm
LOCATION:	Pacifica High School (600 E. Gonzales Rd, Oxnard, CA 93036)
SUSPECT(S):	David Hernandez, 20 year-old Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Miguel Lopez, Community Affairs Manager
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Miguel Lopez, Community Affairs Manager miguel.lopez@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS: At about 12:30 pm on Tuesday 4/1/14, Oxnard Police Department officers made contact with a 20-year old male suspect who was attempting to enter Pacifica High School, where he was a former student. The suspect had no legitimate reason to be on campus.

When the suspect attempted to access the campus, he was approached by campus security, who asked for his student ID. The high school’s assigned resource officer, who was nearby, approached the subject.

During the course of the contact, the suspect was found to be in personal possession of a replica firearm (photo attached.) The subject was arrested for a violation 626.10 of the California Penal Code (possession of a replica firearm on school grounds), and was also charged with a violation of probation.

The Oxnard Police Department maintains a partnership with the Oxnard Union High School District, and assigns officers to Oxnard’s four high schools on a full-time basis.

The Oxnard Police Department again reminds the public of the danger that replica firearms can pose. They are a hazard to public safety when brandished or used in a threatening manner. Criminal charges may also apply if a replica firearm is brought onto a school campus.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: April 1, 2014, 4:20 p.m.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Burglary Arrest
DATE/TIME:	04/25/14 1215 hours
LOCATION:	1000 block of Juanita Ave., Oxnard, CA.
VICTIM(S):	44 year old Oxnard resident
SUSPECT(S):	Leonel Ortiz, 18 year old Oxnard resident 16 year old Oxnard resident
LOSS:	Unknown at time of report
PREPARED BY:	Det. Crystal Walker
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Oxnard Police Department Property Crimes Unit

DETAILS:
On April 25, 2014 at approximately 1215 hours, officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to a call of an interrupted residential burglary in the 1000 block of Juanita Avenue. Upon arrival, officers learned that a resident had returned home from work and upon entering to his home, both subjects fled. The resident gave chase and the subjects were ultimately detained by Oxnard Police Department officers. Both subjects were found to have property belonging to the victim, and additional residents, on their person. Leonel Ortiz was booked into Ventura County Jail on charges of residential burglary. The juvenile subject was booked into Ventura County Juvenile Hall on charges of residential burglary

The Oxnard Police Department encourages residents to be partners in public safety as part of the Operation Safer and Stronger initiative. Anyone with information regarding this crime should contact the Oxnard Police Department Property Crimes Unit at 385-7605, or the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (805) 222-8477 and http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Independence Day Weekend Avoid the 14 Ventura County DUI Enforcement Update
DATE/TIME:	July 5, 2014
LOCATION:	County of Ventura
PREPARED BY:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Sergeant, (805) 385-7847 brian.woolley@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Jamie Brown, Traffic Coordinator, (805) 385-7749 jamie.brown@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
The Independence Day Weekend Anti-DUI crackdown is reporting DUI arrests from local routine traffic enforcement and special Avoid the 14 DUI deployments in Ventura County. From 12:01 AM Thursday July 3^rd, through Midnight Friday July 4^th, officers representing 14 Ventura County law enforcement agencies have arrested 16 individuals for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. (**NOTE: These numbers are only provisional with some agencies yet to report**)

DUI arrest data collection will continue through midnight Sunday July 6^th. Law Enforcement officials are continuing DUI efforts throughout the county. For Saturday July 5th, extra DUI saturation patrols will be deployed in the cities of Oxnard, Simi Valley, Moorpark, and Thousand Oaks.

A multi-agency DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint was deployed in the City of Oxnard on July 3^rd between 6:00 p.m. and midnight. It was held in the southbound lanes of Rose Avenue just south of Gonzales Road. During the six hour operation, 1,354 vehicles passed through the checkpoint and 1,081 of those drivers were screened for impairment and for valid driver’s licenses. Sobriety exercises were administered to four drivers of which two were arrested, one for alcohol intoxication and the other for drug impairment. Two drivers were cited for driving with a suspended license and 15 were cited for being unlicensed. An additional 17 citations were issued to drivers for other various violations. Six vehicles were towed from the checkpoint.

Police, Sheriff and the CHP encourage all motorists to help make your community safer: Report Drunk Drivers – Call 911. Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: July 5, 2014 / 1430 hours

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Possession of Handgun Arrest
DATE/TIME:	7-10-14 / 2016 hours
LOCATION:	First Street near Roosevelt Avenue
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Ivan Moreno, 21 years, Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):	None
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Bicycle
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Marty Meyer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Marty Meyer, (805) 207-7078, martin.meyer@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On 7-10-14, at 2016 hours, an officer stopped Ivan Moreno, 21 years, Oxnard resident, for a traffic violation as Moreno rode his bicycle on First Street near Roosevelt Avenue. Once stopped Moreno’s hand movements suggested he may have been concealing a weapon. The officer conducted a pat down and located a loaded handgun. Moreno was arrested and charged with a number of weapon-related offenses including possessing a concealed loaded firearm.

In an effort to address the recent increase in firearms-related crimes, the Oxnard Police Department launched the Operation Safer and Stronger Initiative, as well as the Firearms Strike Team (FAST) led by the Violent Crime Unit, to proactively remove firearms from prohibited persons within the city. The objective of this initiative and FAST is to reduce gun violence in Oxnard through education, intervention, and enforcement.

Persons with additional information may call the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070, or contact the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. Persons can also visit the website at http://www.venturacountycrimestopper.org/contact.aspx.

Date / Time Prepared: 7-10-14 / 2300 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Carrying a Concealed Handgun in Motor Vehicle Arrest
DATE/TIME:	7-18-14 / 2340 hours
LOCATION:	Parking lot of St. John’s Regional Medical Center
SUSPECT(S):	Omar Ramirez, 18 years, Oxnard resident
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Green pickup truck
PREPARED BY:	Marty Meyer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Marty Meyer, (805) 207-7078, martin.meyer@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On 7-18-14, at 2340 hours, officers were in the parking lot of St. John’s Regional Medical Center where they contacted three subjects attempting to conceal themselves in a green pickup truck. The subjects initially were non-compliant but ultimately came out of the truck. A search of the truck produced two handguns and ammunition. Omar Rodriguez, 8-1-95, was charged with carrying a concealed handgun in a motor vehicle.

One of the passengers was a 15-year old juvenile who had been reported missing. That subject was returned home. The other passenger was a 19-year old male who was questioned and released.

Officers learned these subjects had taken a 14-year old male friend to St. John’s Regional Medical Center ER to be treated for a single gunshot wound. This victim’s wounds were not life-threatening. Because of conflicting statements from all four subjects it is not clear what occurred and where the incident took place. An investigation is continuing.

In an effort to address the recent increase in firearms-related crimes, the Oxnard Police Department launched the Operation Safer and Stronger Initiative, as well as the Firearms Strike Team (FAST) led by the Violent Crime Unit, to proactively remove firearms from prohibited persons within the city. The objective of this initiative and FAST is to reduce gun violence in Oxnard through education, intervention, and enforcement.

Persons with additional information may call the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070, or contact the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. Persons can also visit the website http://www.venturacountycrimestopper.org/contact.aspx.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 7-19-14 / 0345 hours