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News release – 6/2/2014

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


Jeri Williams
Chief of Police		 Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT: Three Suspects Arrested for Robbery
DATE/TIME: October 30, 2014 at approximately 0830 hours
LOCATION: 4900 Block of Terrace Avenue
VICTIM(S): 17-year old Oxnard resident
SUSPECT(S): Elpidio Ramirez, 18-year old Oxnard resident
Two 17-year old Oxnard residents
WITNESS(ES): Withheld
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S): Yellow truck
LOSS: N/A
PREPARED BY: Alex Arnett, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON &
CONTACT INFO:		 Detective Scott Coe, (805) 385-7796
[email protected]

DETAILS:

Oxnard police officers and detectives are investigating a street robbery that occurred on October 30th, at approximately 0830 hours. The robbery took place in the 4900 block of Terrace Avenue. 

The person who witnessed the robbery called the police and provided a detailed description of the yellow truck. An Oxnard police officer located the yellow truck a short distance away from the crime scene and conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle. 18-year old Elpidio Ramirez and two 17-year old juveniles were inside. A search of the truck was conducted as part of these subject’s probation terms. Additional contraband was located in the vehicle.

As officers were investigating the robbery case, video evidence was obtained showing the suspects robbing the 17-year old victim. The three suspects in the yellow truck were positively identifed through video evidence. The suspects were arrested and charged with robbery and violating the terms of their probation.

The Oxnard Police Department continues to encourage residents to be partners in public safety as part of the Operation Safer and Stronger initiative. Persons with further information regarding this incident or similar incidents are encouraged to contact Detective Scott Coe at (805) 385-7796. 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 http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx to submit a tip via text or e-mail.

Date / Time Prepared: 10-30-14 / 1300 hours


Jeri Williams
Chief of Police		 Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT: Attempt Homicide and Several Armed Robberies
DATE/TIME: August 2014 through November 2014
LOCATION: Southwinds Neighborhood, Oxnard, CA
PREPARED BY: Detective Edgar Fernandez
CONTACT PERSON &
CONTACT INFO:		 Detective Edgar Fernandez
edg[email protected](805)385-7645

DETAILS:
The Oxnard Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance with information leading to the identification and arrest of suspects involved in several recent armed robberies and a shooting that left a victim fighting for his life. All these recent crimes have occurred in the Southwinds Neighborhood of Oxnard.

Between August 2014 and November 2014, there has been an increase in robberies in the neighborhood known as the Southwinds Neighborhood. There have been sixteen (16) reported street robberies and one near fatal shooting in this the small geographic area. This neighborhood is located south of Pleasant Valley Road, north of Hueneme Road, east of J Street and west of Saviers Road.

There have been many vague descriptions of robbery suspects and very little information for detectives to follow-up on. The descriptions in the majority of the robberies have been a lone Hispanic male, 20-27 years old, 5’-7” in height, some facial hair, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and dark pants.

On October 22, 2014 at 9:45 PM, Oxnard Police officers responded to Charles Street and Campbell Way regarding a shooting victim. The initial investigation indicated that the victim was outside his home talking on his phone when he was approached by two men. The men attempted to rob him by demanding he give them his personal belongings. The victim refused and at some point, two additional suspects approached the victim. One of the suspects produced a handgun and shot the victim. The four suspects fled on foot and the victim ran inside his home to get help. The victim was transported via ambulance to a local hospital for treatment of a life threatening gunshot wound. The victim underwent emergency surgery and is expected to survive.

The Oxnard Police Department encourages residents to be partners in public safety as part of the Operation Safer and Stronger initiative. Persons with information regarding these incidents are encouraged to call Detective Edgar Fernandez (805) 385-7645.  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 e-mail.

DATE / TIME PREPARED:  11/13/2014, 0930 hours
 


Jeri Williams
Chief of Police		 Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT: Update on 2012 Homicide
DATE/TIME: June 3, 2012, 10:01 p.m.
LOCATION: 3500 block of Samuel Avenue, City of Oxnard
VICTIM(S): Jorge Rodriguez, 26 years old
City of Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY: Sergeant Christopher Williams (805) 385-7763
[email protected]
CONTACT PERSON &
CONTACT INFO:		 Detective Gordon Currie (805) 200-5682
[email protected]

DETAILS:

On June 3, 2012, officers were dispatched to the area of Samuel Avenue and La Canada Avenue in reference to a shooting victim in the alley.  The victim was located lying in the east alley of 3530 Samuel Avenue.  The victim, identified as 26-year old Jorge Luis Rodriguez, had been shot in the throat.  Rodriguez was immediately transported to the Ventura County Medical Center for treatment but was pronounced dead a short time later. 
 
During the course of this lengthy investigation, investigators from the Oxnard Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit spoke to numerous citizens and analyzed hundreds of pieces of evidence. This summer, investigators submitted the facts of the case to the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office for consideration.  
 
Earlier today, the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office unsealed the findings from a Grand Jury proceeding resulting in the indictments of:
 
·         Daniel Christopher Alvarez (Date of Birth 3/25/93), City of Oxnard resident:

o   One Count of 187 P.C. Murder with Special Allegations;

·         190.2 (a)(17) P.C. Felony Murder Enhancement

·         190.2 (a)(22) P.C. Gang Enhancement

o   One Count of 664/211PC Attempted Robbery with Special Allegation;

·         12022.5 (3)(b) P.C. Use of a Firearm Enhancement

 
·         Justin Desantiago (Date of Birth 9/4/88), City of Oxnard resident:

o   One Count of 32 P.C. Accessory (to Murder) with Special Allegation;

·         186.22 P.C. Gang Enhancement

This afternoon, Alvarez was served the indictment while in custody at the Ventura County Jail on a different matter and is not eligible for bail. Desantiago was also served his indictment at the Ventura County Jail while in custody on a different matter and his bail was set at $120,000.
 
The Oxnard Police Department would like to thank the many concerned members of the public who came forward with information.  These indictments would not have been possible without the considerable contributions made by the men and women of the Oxnard Police Department, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, the Ventura County Crime Laboratory, and other Law Enforcement agencies.  If anyone has any further information about this case, please contact Major Crimes Investigator Gordon Currie at (805) 200-5682.  
 
DATE / TIME PREPARED:  12/10/14 1700 hrs.