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News release – 5/11/2014

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police		 Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT: Drug-related arrests & Firearm recovery
DATE/TIME: 05/11/2014 @ 6:56 AM
LOCATION: 1200 block N. Oxnard Blvd. Oxnard, CA
SUSPECT(S): Alfonso Islas, 20-year old Oxnard resident
17-year old female Oxnard resident
17-year old female Oxnard resident
15-year old female Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY: Sgt. Chris Inglehart
CONTACT PERSON &
CONTACT INFO:		 Sgt. Chris Inglehart, 805-385-7600

DETAILS:
On 05/11/2014 at 6:56 AM Oxnard Police officers responded to the 1200 block of North Oxnard Boulevard to investigate the report of suspicious subjects gathering.  Officers contacted several subjects, including suspected gang members. Officers searched the area and located a loaded Tech-9 semi-automatic pistol, narcotics, and narcotics paraphernalia.  One adult and three juveniles were arrested for narcotics violations and warrants.
 
The Oxnard Police Department encourages residents to be partners in public safety as part of the Operation Safer and Stronger initiative.  This is an excellent example of a witness who saw suspicious activity, called the police, and provided the appropriate information.
 
If anyone has more information on this incident, you are encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at 385-7600.  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.
 
The investigation is continuing.
 
 
DATE / TIME PREPARED:05/11/2014 @ 1753 hours 
 


Jeri Williams
Chief of Police		 Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT: 664/187 PC – Attempt Murder 
DATE/TIME: 5/16/14 – 1233 Hours
LOCATION: 2000 Block of East Channel Islands Blvd.
VICTIM(S): 18 year old Oxnard resident
SUSPECT(S): 1 – Hispanic Male, late teens, 5’10”, slender build, shaved head
2 – Hispanic Male, early 20’s, 5’08”, dark skin, light shirt, dark shorts
3 – Hispanic Male, early 20’s; unknown clothes
PREPARED BY: Detective Jose Velazquez 
CONTACT PERSON &
CONTACT INFO:		 Detective Jeff Long
[email protected] 805-486-6506

DETAILS:
On May 16, 2014, at 12:33 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to a stabbing that had occurred at the 2100 block of East Channel Islands Blvd. Officers learned that the victim, an 18 year old Oxnard resident, had been approached by several Hispanic male suspects who began challenging him as he sat in his vehicle. In an effort to avoid being assaulted by the suspects the victim attempted to drive out of the area and inadvertently drove his vehicle into one of the local businesses causing structural damage. The victim attempted to flee from the suspects on foot; however, the suspects pursued him and ultimately stabbed him several times. The victim is currently at Ventura County Medical Center and is in stable condition.  
 
The investigation is on-going as to the outstanding suspects and motive of the stabbing.
 
The public is asked to call Detective Jeff Long with any information to this incident.   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: Robbery with a handgun
DATE/TIME: 5/20/14; 1906 hours
LOCATION: 2400 Block Saviers Road
   
SUSPECT(S): White Male, unk. age, 5’9”, thin build, wearing black sweater, blue jeans, face covered with bandana; in possession of a black handgun
   
   
LOSS: Undisclosed amount of cash
PREPARED BY: Kevin Baysinger, Commander
CONTACT PERSON &
CONTACT INFO:		 Oxnard Police Communications
385-7740

DETAILS:

At 1406 hours, officers responded to the business in the 2400 Block of Saviers Road reference a robbery with a handgun.  Officers learned the suspect, described above, entered the business, displayed a handgun, and demanded money.  The suspect fled the business in an unknown direction.  Nobody was injured during the robbery
 
Persons with information are asked to contact the Oxnard Police Department at 385-7740, or call the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070.  Persons with information may also contact the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477, or visit the website http://www.venturacountycrimestopper.org/contact.aspx .
 


Jeri Williams
Chief of Police		 Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT: Parental Abduction
DATE/TIME: 6/2/14; appr. 1315 hours
LOCATION: Marina West School, 2210 Carob Street, Oxnard
VICTIM(S): Nadine Basquez, 7 years old, Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S): Brenda Quiroz, 32 years old, transient
   
   
   
PREPARED BY: Alex Arnett, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON &
CONTACT INFO:		 Detective Dale McAlpine, (805) 385-3921
[email protected]

DETAILS:

On 6/2/14 at 2:30 P.M., the father of 7 year old Nadine Basquez came to the Oxnard police department to report that the child’s biological mother had picked her up from school. The mother, Brenda Quiroz does not have parental custody rights per a court order and should not have contact with Nadine without the father’s consent. Brenda made contact with the child at Marina West Elementary at approximately 1:30 P.M. and left with the girl by unknown means.
 
Officers and detectives are actively looking for Brenda Quiroz and Nadine Basquez. The Oxnard police department is asking the public’s assistance in locating them. The Department is asking anyone with information on the whereabouts of Brenda Quiroz and Nadine Basquez to immediately contact the Oxnard police department at (805) 385-7600 or dial 911.
 
Pictures of Brenda Quiroz and Nadine Basquez are attached.


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: 6/8/14; 1200 hours
LOCATION: Channel Islands Blvd at Merced Pl
VICTIM(S): 22 year old Oxnard resident
SUSPECT(S): Unknown male subject
   
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S): Dark colored mid-sized vehicle
   
PREPARED BY: Sergeant Mike Gregson
CONTACT PERSON &
CONTACT INFO:		 Sergeant Alex Arnett (805) 486-6211 or [email protected]

DETAILS:

On June 8, 2014, at approximately 1200 hours, officers responded to a shooting victim in the area of Channel Islands Blvd. and Merced Pl. Upon arrival they found the victim suffering from gunshot wounds to the lower body. The victim was rushed to Ventura County Medical Center where he underwent surgery. The victim is currently listed in critical but stable condition.
 
The suspect was described as a male subject driving a dark colored mid-sized car.
 
An investigation is ongoing.
 
Anyone with information regarding this incident may leave a message on the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070.  If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477), and http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx.
 
 
 
  DATE / TIME PREPARED:  6/8/14  1600 hours


Jeri Williams
Chief of Police		 Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

NEWS RELEASE
 

INCIDENT:

 Illegal sales and possession of dangerous fireworks
DATE/TIME: 6-25-14 1300 hours
LOCATION: 1100 Block Industrial Ave
SUSPECT(S): Christian Perez, 29 years of age (Oxnard resident)
PREPARED BY: Sergeant Charles Woodruff ([email protected])
CONTACT PERSON AND  CONTACT INFO: Detective Robert Valenzuela (805)385-7637
([email protected])

 
  DETAILS:

 
Detectives from the Oxnard Police department concluded an investigation today into a business in the city of Oxnard that was selling “dangerous fireworks.”  Detectives received information that illegal fireworks were being sold from a business in the 1100 block of Industrial Avenue. Upon verifying that fireworks were being sold, detectives contacted Christian Perez, who was identified as the seller.
 
Perez was also in possession of a significant quantity of illegal fireworks. Detectives searched the business and located several thousand dollars’ worth of dangerous fireworks. There were over 25 different types of illegal fireworks, with some labelled as pyrotechnic and explosive. The seizure included rockets and mortars.  The fireworks were seized, and later sent to a local fire station to be safely destroyed.
 
Perez was arrested for various charges, including selling and possession of explosives, and was booked in Ventura County Jail.
 
All fireworks are illegal in Oxnard. This includes those categorized as “safe and sane” as well as “dangerous fireworks.”  The “State Fireworks Law” is established by the Health and Safety Code (H&S) sections 12500-12534. More specific information can be found at: http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/cgi-bin/displa… 
 
“Dangerous fireworks” are defined by 12505 H&S, and generally involve fireworks with specific chemical content, as well as those that explode, fly, travel, skip, or dart. 

“Safe and Sane” is defined by 12529 H&S to include “any fireworks which do not 
come within the definition of “dangerous fireworks” or “exempt fireworks.”” This typically includes the types of fireworks that are purchased at fireworks stands.  . 

The Oxnard Police Department Oxnard police department will continue to enforce the ban on all fireworks in Oxnard.  Anyone possessing, storing, selling, using, transporting or handling any type of fireworks is subject to a fine of up to $1,000.  In some instances, a misdemeanor arrest may occur.
 
Statistics show fireworks are among the most risky of consumer products. Nearly 10,000 fireworks-related injuries are treated in U.S. hospital emergency rooms every year and two of five people injured by fireworks are under 15 years old. The most current statistics from the National Fire Protection Association show that in 2011 eight out of nine, or 89 percent, of all fireworks-related injuries treated in emergency room injuries were caused by fireworks that are allowed for consumer use by federal or state regulations. Similarly, Sparklers, fountains, and novelties alone accounted for one-third (34%) of emergency room fireworks injuries.
 
This year Oxnard PD has set up an email address – [email protected] – to report fireworks in advance of the holiday. In your email, please include the address where the fireworks are being used. It is not necessary for you to leave your name and phone number if you do not wish to do so.
 

 

 
  DATE / TIME PREPARED:  6-25-14 1600 hours
 


Jeri Williams
Chief of Police		 Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT: Firearm and Drug Arrest
DATE/TIME: 8/11/14; 1430 hours
LOCATION: 100 Block of Roosevelt Avenue
   
SUSPECT(S): Albert Salazar, 21 year old Oxnard resident
   
   
   
PREPARED BY: Bill Crisostomo, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON &
CONTACT INFO:		 Bill Crisostomo, Sergeant, (805) 385-7600
[email protected]

DETAILS:

On August 11, 2014 at approximately 1430 hours, members of the Oxnard Police Department’s Special Enforcement Unit were working in the area of Roosevelt Ave and First Street. While at this location they made contact with Albert Salazar. Salazar is known gang member, on probation and is on the Colonia gang injunction.
 
During the contact Salazar was found to be in possession of a loaded semi-auto handgun, methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.
 
Salazar was arrested on several firearm and drug related charges along with a violation of the gang injunction.
 
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 Crimes Unit, to proactively remove firearms from prohibited persons in the City. The objective of the initiative and FAST is to reduce gun violence in Oxnard through education, intervention, and enforcement.
 
If anyone has more information on this incident, you are encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at 385-7600.  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.
 
An investigation is continuing.
 
 
DATE / TIME PREPARED:  August 11, 2014/1530


Jeri Williams
Chief of Police		 Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT: Driving into the Sun’s Glare    
DATE/TIME: September 29, 2014
LOCATION: City of Oxnard
PREPARED BY: Oxnard Police Department Traffic Unit

DETAILS:
This time of year, the angle of the sun can be blinding which can be a major hazard and a threat to those on or around our roadways.  Driving into the sun can make it much harder to see ahead and is an added risk to drivers.  It can be blinding for motorists who are trying to see the road, other vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians and traffic signals.

In the fall, the rising sun aligns itself perfectly with many east-west roadways according to the National Weather Service and the City of Oxnard is no exception.  It is during the first 15 to 45 minutes of sunrise that sun-glare is most hazardous.  In the last couple of weeks, the City of Oxnard has experienced two major traffic collisions whereby the sun glare was a major contributing factor.

The Oxnard Police Department Traffic Unit offers the following tips and suggestions when driving directly towards the sun:

  1.  Wear sunglasses with polarized lenses, or wear eyeglasses with an anti-reflective coating.  Scratched eyeglasses or contact lenses make the glare worse.
  2. Clean your windshield outside and inside. A cracked or dirty windshield can magnify glare.
  3. Heed the speed limit, particularly if you are driving into the sunrise on your way into work or the sunset on your way home.
  4. Slow down and use caution especially while driving through narrow roadways or school zones. The more space you have, the more time you have to react.
  5. Increase your following distance beyond the recommended safe distances to allow three or more seconds between vehicles.
  6. Turn headlights on so oncoming motorists can see you as they are driving toward the sun.
  7. Use your visor as much as possible, but remember that visors can also block your vision.
  8. Consider alternate routes to minimize east/west driving whenever possible. Use north/south streets until you find an east/west road with lots of trees or taller buildings.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police		 Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT: Arrest of sixth suspect in 2009 Homicide (photo attached.)
DATE/TIME: 10/12/2014
LOCATION: 2700 block of El Dorado Avenue
SUSPECT(S): Favian Martinez Barrera, 30 years old, of Oxnard, CA
PREPARED BY: Sergeant Chris Williams, Supervisor, (805) 385-7763
[email protected]
CONTACT PERSON &
CONTACT INFO:		 Det. Mike Young, Cold Case Unit (805) 385-7606
[email protected]  

DETAILS: On January 17, 2009 at approximately 8 PM, officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to a call of a fight with shots fired in the 2700 block of El Dorado Ave. Upon the officer’s arrival, they located two stabbing victims who had sustained serious injuries.  One of these victims, 28-year-old Oxnard resident Alfredo Vargas underwent emergency surgery and died at approximately 2:30 a.m. the following morning.  A third stabbing victim had left the scene of the incident prior to officer’s arrival and was contacted a short time later at Saint John’s Hospital where he was receiving treatment for his injuries. 

 
In June of 2013, the investigation into this murder resulted in criminal indictments against four Lemonwood Chiques gang members, charging each with murder for their involvement in this attack.  They were also charged with committing this murder for the benefit of a street gang.  These four subjects, Jonathan Gallegos, Alexis Ramirez, Jorge Cervantes and Guillemro Galvan are currently in-custody, awaiting trial. 
 
The investigation into this murder remained active, with detectives assigned to the Cold Case Task Force continuing to pursue the outstanding suspects responsible for this murder.  On February 18, 2014, investigators arrested a fifth suspect, Alejandro Jimenez, for his role in this murder.  Jimenez is also in-custody, awaiting trial.
 
On Sunday, October 12, 2014, a sixth suspect, 30-year-old Francisco Martinez Barrera, was arrested for his role in this incident.  Barrera was in the custody of the Ventura County Sheriffs Department facing unrelated firearms charges at the time of his arrest.  The investigation into Barrera revealed that he fled to Mexico in April of 2013, during the same time investigators were making the initial arrests in this incident. It is believed that this flight was directly related to the arrests being made. 
 
At the end of September of 2014, Barrera was arrested for a warrant associated the unrelated firearms charge as he was attempting to reenter the United States at a border crossing south of San Diego.  Barrera has been charged with a violation of California Penal Code Section 187 and for committing the crime for the benefit of a street gang, in violation of California Penal Code Section 186.22(b)(1).  As with the other five charged suspects, Barrera is a documented member of the Lemonwood Chiques street gang.  He remains in custody with his bail set at $1,500,000.
 
The success of this investigation is the result of countless hours of investigation and a cooperative effort involving multiple law enforcement agencies including the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office and the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department.  Investigators believe that additional individuals were involved in this murder and the investigation remains active.  Members of the public are asked to contact Detective Mike Young at (805) 385-7606 or [email protected] if they have any information about this incident.  A previous booking photograph of Barrera has been attached to this press release.
 


Jeri Williams
Chief of Police		 Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT: Carjacking and Robbery Arrest
DATE/TIME: October 26, 2014 @ 8:48 P.M.
LOCATION: 411 W. Pleasant Valley Road
VICTIM(S): Name withheld
SUSPECT(S): Dennis Cervantes, 20-year-old Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S): Lincoln Town Car (recovered)
LOSS: Victim car was recovered, cell phone taken
PREPARED BY: Sergeant Jon Keller
CONTACT PERSON &
CONTACT INFO:		 Sergeant Alex Arnett (805) 486-6211
[email protected]

DETAILS:
On October 26, 2014, at about 8:48 p.m. Oxnard police officers responded to a carjacking in the area of 411 W. Pleasant Valley Road.  Officers contacted the victim who had been confronted by a lone suspect armed with a handgun.  The suspect took the victim’s Mercedes sedan and cell phone.  A possible suspect vehicle, a Lincoln Town Car, was seen leaving the scene also.  The victim was not injured during the crime.
 
Officers quickly located both vehicles parked together in the area of 1301 Commercial Ave.  As officers approached the cars, two possible suspects fled on foot into the mobile home park.  An alert resident directed officers to noises heard behind an occupied mobile home.  A subsequent search resulted in the arrest of Dennis Cervantes for carjacking and robbery.  Several associated persons at the mobile home were arrested for outstanding warrants.
 
If anyone has further information about this incident, they are encouraged to call Detective Sergeant Alex Arnett at (805) 486-6211.   If you wish to remain anonymous you 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:  10/27/14, 0035 hours