Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Shooting, two victims
DATE/TIME:	2/28/2015 @ 10:57 am
LOCATION:	700 Berkshire Place, Oxnard, CA
VICTIM(S):	23-year-old male Oxnard resident 39-year old female Oxnard resident
SUSPECT(S):	Two Hispanic males, 20s, dark clothing
WITNESS(ES):	–
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	–
LOSS:	–
PREPARED BY:	Chris Inglehart, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Chris Inglehart, [email protected]

DETAILS:

On 2/28/2015 at 10:57 am officers responded to the area of 700 Berkshire Place, Oxnard, reference the report of a shooting victim. As officers arrived on scene, a 23-year-old male with a gunshot wound was being transported to St. John’s Hospital by family members. Officers then located a crime scene and evidence of several shots being fired.

While officers were at the hospital they learned that a 39-year-old female was also struck by gunfire in the same area.

Preliminary investigation indicates that a confrontation developed between the suspects and the 23-year-old male. The suspects then shot at the male as he fled on foot. While this occurred, the 39-year-old female was walking in the area and hit by what is believed to be a stray bullet. Both victims had non-life-threatening injuries and were released from the hospital.

Anyone with any information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at 805-385-7600 or anonymously at Ventura County Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 2/28/2015 @ 1557

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Oxnard Police launch Operation Safer and Stronger 2.0: ON UP
DATE/TIME:	April 8, 2015
LOCATION:	Citywide
VICTIM(S):	City of Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown
PREPARED BY:	Miguel Lopez, Community Affairs Manager
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Miguel Lopez, Community Affairs Manager 805-385-7631 [email protected]

DETAILS: Last year, after a second year increase in reported crime, Oxnard Police statistics showed that the increase was primarily driven by a 25% increase in property crimes, predominantly thefts and burglaries. To combat this, Oxnard Police launched a comprehensive crime prevention initiative, Operation Safer and Stronger.

The innovative yearlong initiative was aimed to inform, educate, and empower residents as partners in public safety.  A central part of the initiative was public safety and crime prevention seminars that were organized throughout the city, addressing current and evolving trends and focused on Identifying and Reporting Suspicious Activity, Burglary and Theft Prevention, Target Hardening, Youth Safety, Crime Prevention for Businesses, Safety and Security Tips for Seniors, and Neighborhood Watch Training.

Oxnard Police aimed to target and engage every demographic in our community: youth, adults, parents, and seniors in our community. Hundreds of neighbors and community members answered our call and took the time to register, attend, and participate in our crime prevention events.  To reach a larger audience, the community-police seminars were coordinated in every district in the city, recorded, translated, aired on the city’s public access channel and remain available on our website today in English and Spanish.

Building on our long history and tradition of community engagement, as well as the success of our Safer and Stronger initiative, the Oxnard Police is proud to announce the launch of a new initiative that places neighbors and neighborhoods at the center, Oxnard Neighbors United Project (ON UP).

“We continue to recognize and appreciate the importance of enhanced community engagement, in our work towards improving public safety,” said Chief Jeri Williams.  “We will continue to take every opportunity to meet with, and work with, the community to address our evolving challenges,” added Williams.

Oxnard Police and the City of Oxnard hope that heightened awareness brought by this program compels community members to take small steps to make our city and their homes safer by minimizing opportunities for crime.  Of the reported increase in burglaries and thefts in the past year, we discovered that 40% were not because of forcible entry, but instead was driven by unsecured and unlocked garages, doors, windows, and cars.

There are small steps we can all take to make our city safer, chiefly securing your homes, cars, and property. “Public awareness, crime prevention, and community engagement will be central to our efforts this year,” said Miguel Lopez, Oxnard Police Community Affairs Manager.   “We will be working with neighborhoods and community leaders, faith-based and community-based organizations, businesses partners, city departments and Oxnard Police District teams, to create opportunities and challenges for neighbors and entire neighborhoods to help build a stronger sense community and more active neighborhoods,” added Lopez

The Oxnard Police Department would like to remind the public that crime prevention begins at home – and with each individual person in our community. This philosophy and approach embraces the idea of empowering community members and does not solely depend on police for crime prevention. In most cases, people only call the police after an incident has occurred. Community members should not shy away from calling prior to an incident to ask about crime prevention tips or to report any and all suspicious activity.

“There are small steps we can all take to make our city safer and minimize these opportunities for crime – securing our homes and property can make a big difference,” said Williams.  “Together, let’s build on our efforts to create a safer community,” added Williams.

Oxnard Police encourage our community to always remain vigilant and immediately report any and all suspicious activity. As neighbors, we are the first to recognize activity that does not look or sound right in our neighborhoods and in our community. The public can report any suspicious activity by calling (805) 385-7740 from any phone, or 911. Spanish translators are available, and callers can remain anonymous.

“We can do better. We must do better. We will do better, together,” said Lopez.

For more information, contact Crime Prevention Detective Crystal Walker at the Oxnard Police Department(805)385-7668 or [email protected]

DATE/TIME PREPARED: 4/8/15 -1400 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Robbery Arrest
DATE/TIME:	4-26-15 / 1207 hours
LOCATION:	Longfellow Way at Pleasant Valley Road
VICTIM(S):	Name withheld
SUSPECT(S):	Sean Ryan, 35-year old Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):	None
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	N/A
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Marty Meyer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Marty Meyer, (805) 207-7078, [email protected]

DETAILS:

On 4-26-15, at 1207 hours, at 1207 hours, officers were dispatched to a robbery suspect in the area of Squires Drive and Pleasant Valley Road. The victim had advised that on 4-2-15, the suspect had robbed the victim using a knife. The victim was not injured. Officers located Sean Ryan, a 35-year old Oxnard resident, walking on Longfellow Way just south of Pleasant Valley Road. Ryan was arrested without incident.

The Oxnard Police Department continues to encourage residents to be partners in public safety as part of the Operation Safer and Stronger initiative. Anyone with information regarding this robbery or other criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600, or the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (805) 222-8477 and www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.

Date Prepared: 4-26-15, 1500 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Homicide
DATE/TIME:	May 16, 2015 6:57 a.m.
LOCATION:	1000 block of Inlet Drive
VICTIM(S):	59 year old male, Oxnard resident, name withheld pending notification of next of kin
SUSPECT(S):	Name withheld
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Christopher Williams, (805) 385-7763 [email protected]
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Gordon Currie, (805) 200-5682 [email protected]

DETAILS:
On May 16, 2015 at approximately 6:57 a.m., officers were dispatched to check the well-being of the resident in the 1000 block of Inlet Drive. When officers arrived they located a male subject inside the residence unresponsive. Fire and EMS arrived to provide aid to the victim but unfortunately he was deceased.

The victim was a 59 year old Oxnard resident. His name is being withheld until his family is notified. Investigators are interviewing witnesses and a person of interest in this case. The motive and cause of death is unknown at this time. Investigators don’t believe this is a random act nor do they believe there is a threat to public safety. This is Oxnard’s sixth homicide of the year. The City of Oxnard offers up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of suspect(s) in homicide cases.

Investigators are encouraging anyone with information about this incident to contact Detective Gordon Currie at (805) 200-5682. If you wish to remain anonymous you can call the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 5/16/15, 2:00 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:	18^th Annual Fireworks by the Sea at Channel Islands Harbor
DATE/TIME:	July 4^th, 2015 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
LOCATION:	Channel Islands Harbor, City of Oxnard
PREPARED BY:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Sergeant (805) 385-7847 [email protected]
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Jamie Brown, Traffic Coordinator (805) 385-7749 [email protected]

DETAILS:
Oxnard, CA– This Saturday, July 4th, the Channel Islands Harbor District will be hosting its 18th annual 4th of July event. The event will begin at 8:00 A.M. with a 5K & 10K Fun Run/Walk along Sunset Lane and Mandalay Beach Road. This will be followed by the July 4^th Children’s Parade on Harbor Boulevard. The parade will begin at 10:30 a.m. and take place on south Harbor Boulevard between Cabezone Circle and Albacore Way. Harbor Boulevard will be closed to vehicular traffic during the parade. Motorists can use Sunset Lane or Ocean Drive as an alternate route.

Activities and entertainment are scheduled throughout the day at the Channel Islands Harbor. Marine Emporium Landing will have activities between 10:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., including live music, face painting, an inflatable fun zone and a rock climbing wall. There will also be vendors with booths as well as a farmer’s market. This will be a family oriented event with fun for all. The event will end with a fireworks show that begins at 9:00 p.m. and can best be seen near the intersection of Victoria Avenue and Channel Islands Boulevard.

Public consumption of alcohol, possession and use of fireworks, including those described as “safe and sane” and use of flare ignition devices will not be tolerated. All of the involved law enforcement agencies will be conducting strict enforcement of all related offenses.

This event is expected to draw a large crowd and traffic delays are expected following the fireworks show. The Oxnard Police Department will be handling traffic control to expedite the flow of traffic surrounding the event site. Starting at 7:00 p.m., all intersections on Victoria Avenue and Harbor Boulevard from Fifth Street to the harbor area will be controlled by traffic officers. The Channel Islands Bridge, between Victoria Avenue and Harbor Boulevard, is subject to closure prior to the fireworks display and will be closed after the fireworks display to facilitate the high traffic volume leaving the event.

In addition, the Oxnard Police Department would also like to notify the public that driving on any beach in the City of Oxnard is strictly prohibited. From 5:00 p.m. on July 3rd to noon on July 5th, Arnold Road south of Hueneme Road will be closed to all vehicles with the exception of those who have legitimate business in that area or who are traveling to and from work. Parking violations on Arnold Road will also be strictly enforced.

If you live in the area of these roadways or intersections, we apologize for any inconvenience. The roads will be re-opened as soon as possible. These traffic flow modifications are taking place to assist in relieving the traffic congestion from this event in a timely and orderly fashion, with caution for pedestrians.

Please have a safe and enjoyable 4^th of July holiday.

For any questions related to road closures or any of these events on July 4^th, please contact Senior Officer Jamie Brown at (805) 385-7749 or via e-mail at [email protected].

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 7/1/15, 1930 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Firearms arrest
DATE/TIME:	July 13, 2015 / 4:15 p.m.
LOCATION:	Ventura Rd. at Redwood St.
SUSPECT(S):	Kirk Kahalekulu (24 year old Oxnard resident)
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Tim Kelley
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Tim Kelley (805)385-8289

DETAILS:
On Monday July 13, 2015, at approximately 4:15 p.m., officers assigned to the Special Enforcement Unit contacted two individuals near the intersection of Ventura Rd. and Redwood St. One of the individuals, 20 year old Oxnard resident Kirk Kahalekulu, was determined to have outstanding warrants for his arrest and on probation. Kahalekulu was placed under arrest for the outstanding warrants. A backpack belonging to Kahalekulu was searched and a 9mm handgun was located inside along with 9mm ammunition. Kahalekulu was subsequently charged with possession of a concealed firearm in public.

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.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Missing Person Located
DATE/TIME:	7/15/15, 0320 hours
LOCATION:	Deschutes County, Oregon
MISSING PERSON:	Dawn VadBunker, 39 year-old Oxnard Resident
VEHICLE(S):	2007 Silver Dodge Nitro, 5YGB296
PREPARED BY:	Marc Amon, Patrol Sergeant (805) 385-7600 [email protected]
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sgt. Sharon Giles, Family Protection Unit [email protected]

DETAILS: On July 10, 2015 the VadBunker family reported that their daughter, 39 year-old Dawn VadBunker, was missing and the last time they had seen or heard from her was about a week prior to the report.

This morning her vehicle was located by the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Department in Oregon outside of a local motel. The Sheriff’s Deputy contacted Dawn, verified her well-being and had her speak to the Oxnard Police Department over the phone. She expressed her deep regret for all the worry she caused but assured law enforcement personnel in Oregon and Oxnard that she would be in contact with her family soon.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

EVENT:	Oxnard Police and Fire announce National Night Out events across city, next Tuesday, Aug 4th
DATE:	Tuesday, August 4, 2015
LOCATION AND TIMES:	11:00am – 12:00pm Sycamore and Wilson Neighborhood event along with Congress of California Seniors Partnering with Congress of California Seniors, this event will focus on senior safety, emergency preparedness, and importance of companionship. 1:30 – 2:30pm Green Valley Children’s Center Sundaes with the Chief and Bike Safety This event will focus on bike safety, civic engagement, and public safety. As a treat and a thank you, Oxnard Police will bring and share sundaes with the Chiefs. 3:00 – 4:00pm Seabridge Crime Prevention Flyer Canvass Oxnard Police will focus on crime prevention to vehicles and property either issuing “good job” tickets or identifying crime prevention steps to take to secure vehicles and property. 5:00 – 8:00 pm Simultaneous National Night Out Events District 1 Riverpark – Collection Park at The Collection hosted by Oxnard Police, Fire, The Collection, and Target. District 3 Colonia – Rose Park at Del Sol Park hosted by Oxnard Police, Fire, and Housing. District 4 Southwinds and Cuesta Del Mar at Southwinds Park (corner of W. Clara Street and Courtland Street) hosted by Oxnard Police, Fire, Housing, and Ambassadors of Peace. District 2 Hobson East – West Community Center Park East (Lion’s Park) hosted by Oxnard Police, Fire, PACC, PAL, and Target
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Miguel Lopez, Community Affairs Manager, (805) 385-7631, miguel.lopez@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS: (OXNARD, Calif) – The Oxnard Police, Fire, and Housing Departments along with residents and partners are joining forces to bring a series of National Night Out (NNO) events to Oxnard, next Tuesday, August 4, 2015.

Public safety and crime prevention will be the cornerstone of each event. “More than anything, the events planned for next week are an opportunity for community members and neighbors to come out, meet one another, and meet the District Teams as well as other city staff,” said Oxnard Police and Acting Fire Chief Jeri Williams.

In all, these events will once again show the breadth, depth, and diversity of our community – each event different. National Night Out is designed to: (1) heighten crime prevention awareness, (2) generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime programs, (3) strengthen neighborhood engagement and police-community partnerships, and (4) send a message to criminals letting them know that community members are organized and vigilant.

“We challenged ourselves again this year to engage a growing number of community members and neighborhoods – with new neighborhoods and partners organizing events all promoting public safety.” said Miguel Lopez, Oxnard Police Community Affairs Manager. “With the support of community leaders, community organizations, and city staff, we are supporting twice as many programs and activities this year,” added Lopez.

“We have a day full of activities planned, starting early in the morning and going until night – we have planned events engaging youth, families, and seniors all promoting public safety, the need for increased civic engagement, and the importance of steps we can all take to improve crime prevention in our homes and in our community,” added Chief Williams.

Events throughout Oxnard will bring the District Teams who patrol and serve each District who focus on crime, traffic safety, and quality of life issues at the neighborhood level. Also participating in the event is the Oxnard Fire Department who will be sharing risk reduction and fire prevention strategies. Oxnard Firefighters will also be raffling free child car seats that they will install as well as bike helmets for youth – all promoting public safety.

“National Night Out events offer a great opportunity to get acquainted with neighbors. I encourage residents to come out to one of our events and get to know new neighbors, city leadership and staff, and help continue to build a safer and stronger community,” said Oxnard City Manager Greg Nyhoff.

NNO is a national effort of cities, law enforcement agencies, crime prevention organizations, community groups and neighborhoods.

If you have any questions regarding National Night Out events in Oxnard, please contact Oxnard Police Community Affairs Manager MIguel Lopez at [email protected].
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DATE PREPARED: July 28, 2015

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Theft of Auto Parts
DATE/TIME:	10/26/15 0055 Hours
LOCATION:	2300 Block of Oneida Place, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Withheld
SUSPECT(S):	Jesus Zamora, 20 year-old Oxnard Resident Erik Parra, 19 year-old Oxnard Resident Luis Giovanni Gonzalez, 20 year-old Oxnard Resident
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Sgt. Marc Amon, [email protected]
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Rocky Marquez, (805) 385-7664 [email protected]

DETAILS:

On 10/26/15 at approximately 12:55 a.m., three males were seen removing the hood of a parked vehicle in the 2300 block of Oneida Place. Patrol officers were already in the area and were able to detain all three subjects as they attempted to walk off with the hood of the vehicle. The suspects were identified as 20 year-old Jesus Zamora, 19 year-old Erik Parra and 20 year-old Luis Giovanni Gonzalez, all Oxnard residents. The suspects were arrested for felony vehicle tampering.

The Oxnard Police Department continues to encourage residents to be partners in public safety as part of the Operation Safer and Stronger initiative. Whenever you are away from your car hide all valuables, lock your car and take your keys with you. Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7740 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (805) 222-8477 or www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Assault with a deadly weapon (Firearm)
DATE/TIME:	November 07, 2015 00:10 A.M.
LOCATION:	400 Block North “G” St, City of Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	19 Year Old, Oxnard Resident 20 Year Old, Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S):	David Cabanas, 25 Year Old Oxnard Resident
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Detective Cody Collet
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Cody Collet [email protected] 805-486-6228

DETAILS:
On November 7, 2015, at about 0010 hours, Oxnard Police Department officers responded to a shooting in the 400 block of North “G” St. Officers responded to the scene and located several victims. During the investigation it was learned that the victims were shot at by the suspect in the west alley of North “G” St. The suspect was seen jumping fences in the 400 block of North “H” St prior to officers’ arrival. Officers set up a perimeter around the area. Oxnard Police Department SWAT and Detectives responded to the scene.

Oxnard Police searched several locations on North “H” St. Officers located the suspect, David Cabanas, hiding in a residence on North “H” St. Cabanas was taken into custody without incident. Cabanas is a documented Colonia Chiques gang member.

If anyone has information about this incident, they are encouraged to call Detective Cody Collet at (805) 486-6228. 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.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 11/7/12 / 0430 hours

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