Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	CONTACT:	Mike Adair
December 5, 2012		[email protected]
		(805) 385-7801

(Oxnard, CA) The Oxnard Police Department is releasing the names of the officers who responded to the 300 block of South H Street on August 14^th,2012 in reference to a man with a gun. During the incident, Michael Mahoney pointed a gun at the officers and was shot. Mahoney later died from his wounds.

The Oxnard Police officers (all assigned to the Field Services Bureau) who were involved in the incident are as follows:

Officer Joe Bentley, 6 years of fulltime law enforcement service
Officer David McAlpine, 7 years of fulltime law enforcement service
Officer Manuel Perez, 10 years of fulltime law enforcement service

Anyone with additional information about this incident is asked to contact Detective Martin Perez at (805) 385-7680.

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	D.U.I Traffic Collision
DATE/TIME:	11-15-10/1906 Hours
LOCATION:	Offshore Street and Navy Lane, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	City of Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Chris Larry Larsen, 42 years, Oxnard
WITNESS(ES):	(Name Withheld)
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Blue 1987 Ford Ranger Pick-up
LOSS:	City Property Damage
PREPARED BY:	Officer Patrick Blanche
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Commander Robert Cox, 805-385-7600 (Watch Commander)

DETAILS:

On November 15, 2010, at approximately 1906 hours, officers from the Oxnard Police Department, along with EMS personnel, responded to the 1000 block of Offshore Street after receiving a call of a single vehicle collision that had rolled over in the intersection of Offshore Street and Navy Lane. Upon arrival officers found that the vehicle, a Blue 1987 Ford Ranger Pick-up, had collided with a street sign and tree located in the center of the roundabout within the intersection. The driver of the Ford, Chris Larsen and his female passenger, Loriann Alsdurf, 42 years old of Oxnard, were observed standing in the vehicle which was found on its side. EMS personnel extricated Larsen and his passenger from the vehicle.

An investigation revealed that Larsen was driving eastbound on Offshore Street towards the intersection of Navy Lane. Witnesses stated that they observed Larsen operating the motor vehicle at a high rate of speed just south Sea Air Park. The Ford was observed colliding with the roundabout and rolling over until it stopped 15 feet east of the intersection. Larsen exhibited signs and symptoms of being under the influence of alcohol. Larsen was later transported to V.C.M.C. for treatment of minor injuries. Larsen was arrested for driving while under the influence of alcohol (D.U.I) His passenger was released at the scene.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Assault with Deadly Weapon
DATE/TIME:	12-06-2009 at 9:15 p.m.
LOCATION:	Hemlock Street and Victoria Avenue, Oxnard
VICTIM/S:	16 year-old male from Port Hueneme
SUSPECT/S:	Unknown
PREPARED BY:	Tom Chronister, Commander

DETAILS:

On 12-06-09 at 9:15 p.m., Oxnard police received a call of a possible assault that occurred at the shopping center at Hemlock and Victoria. Officers located evidence of the crime in front of the abandoned grocery store in the 3700 block of West Hemlock Street.

The victim was transported by ambulance to a local hospital for treatment of minor stab wounds to the lower body.

The motive for this crime is unclear. No suspect information was provided by the victim.

Anyone with additional information is encouraged to call the Oxnard police Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070.

An investigation is continuing.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Protest March
DATE/TIME:	October 22, 2012 / 5:00 P.M.
LOCATION:	Del Sol Park, 1500 Camino Del Sol
PREPARED BY:	Senior Officer Luis McArthur, Public Information Officer, (805) 385-7631, [email protected]
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Luis McArthur, Public Information Officer, (805) 385-7631, [email protected]

DETAILS:
At approximately 5:00 P.M. on Monday, October 22, 2012, a rally and march was held with regards to the National Day of Action Against Police Brutality. The event began at Del Sol Park, and participants marched to Oxnard’s Central Business District. The crowd, estimated at approximately 400, marched to the Oxnard Police Department’s headquarters building.

The Oxnard Police Department’s intent for this event was to allow those in attendance to peacefully exercise their right to free speech and assembly. The Oxnard Police Department made a number of efforts to communicate with the event organizers, but they did not respond.

Overall, the group was generally peaceful. However, the group did take over street intersections and obstructed traffic. A few persons from within the group were seen jumping on at least two vehicles in the downtown area. Some persons were observed tagging graffiti on public property, including trees, a bus stop, and the gazebo at Plaza Park. The Veteran’s Memorial in Plaza Park was also vandalized. A number of participants challenged passersby and taunted officers who were attempting to control traffic. Video evidence will be reviewed for potential arrests of those persons engaging in criminal activity.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 10/22/12, 9:43 P.M.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	664/211 PC Attempt Robbery, 245 PC Assault with a Deadly Weapon, 207 PC Kidnapping, 236 PC False Imprisonment
DATE/TIME:	8-31-12, 1711 Hours
LOCATION:	2221 Sturgis Rd.
VICTIM(S):	Name withheld
SUSPECT(S):	#1 B/M 30’s tall, thin build, beard and long hair in a bun #2 B/M 30’s tall, thin build, white T-shirt
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Silver Scion XB or Kia Soul
LOSS:	NA
PREPARED BY:	Senior Officer Charles Woodruff
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Jaime Miranda 805 385-7665

DETAILS:

On 8-31-12, at about 1700 hours, two black males were observed driving up in a silver Scion XB or Kia Soul and stopping at the business located at 2221 Sturgis Rd. The store was just closing when these subjects entered. One suspect produced a handgun and attempted to obtain money from the clerks. One of the clerks was shot. The suspects fled in the suspect vehicle without taking any property.

The clerk was rushed to Ventura County Medical Center and listed in stable condition.

Anyone with information to the incident and wants to remain anonymous you are urged to call our Crime Tip hotline at 486-8362.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 8-31-12, 2138 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Officer Involved Shooting
DATE/TIME:	08/14/12 12:43 pm
LOCATION:	300 Block South H Street
PREPARED BY:	Scott Whitney, Assistant Chief
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Alex Rangel (805)385-7631 [email protected]

DETAILS:
On 8/14/12, at about 12:43 pm, a passing motorist notified the Oxnard Police Department that there was a man with a gun, in the street, in the 300 block of South H Street. Officers arrived on scene within one minute and saw the suspect pointing a gun to his head. The suspect ran from the officers and into a nearby residence. The officers heard a gunshot and didn’t know if the suspect shot himself or someone else.

The suspect quickly came back within view and confronted the officers. The suspect held a gun to his head and challenged the officers to shoot him. The suspect challenged the officers and pointed a firearm at them in a threatening manner. The officers fired at the suspect, striking him. He was treated by emergency medical personnel and transported to a local hospital where he died.

No officers or members of the public were injured. More information will be provided as it becomes available.

As is standard procedure for officer-involved-shootings, the officers have been placed on paid administrative leave.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 08/14/12 6:30 pm

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 Subject Brandishing a Sword, 13-5902
DATE/TIME:	3-22-13, 1:15PM
LOCATION:	Channel Islands Blvd at K St., Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Unknown
SUSPECT(S):	King Canales, 45 years, of Oxnard
PREPARED BY:	Charles Woodruff, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Officer Garrett Knowles, 805-385-7600

DETAILS: On 3-22-13, at about 1:15 PM, Oxnard police officers were flagged down by a person who said that there was a man nearby who had brandished a sword at her. The victim told officers that the man had actually swung the sword in her direction, and that the assault had occurred on the corner of Channel Islands Blvd and K St. The officers responded to this location and located King Canales in the front yard of a residence. Canales was in possession of two swords and was swinging them towards traffic on Channel Islands Blvd. One sword was approximately 2 feet long, and the second was 3 feet long. As the officers approached, Canales threw the swords onto the front yard and stepped onto the drive way. Canales was standing approximately 20-25 feet from the closest sword, which was lying on the grass. Canales refused to obey the officer’s commands to approach them. Canales also argued with the officers, and told them that he was in possession of additional knives on his person. Additional officers responded to assist.

Officers negotiated with Canales for about 7 minutes. During the entire time, Canales was argumentative with officers and refused their orders. Canales was then taken into custody without further incident. He was found to be in possession of two additional illegal gravity knives in his pockets. In a vehicle parked nearby, there was also a realistic looking replica firearm.

Canales was arrested for weapons charges and booked into Ventura County Jail.

The victim who had initially contacted the police did not remain in the area, and is unknown at this time. Any persons who were witnesses to the event are encouraged to call Officer Garrett Knowles at (805)385-7600.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 3-22-13/4:00 PM

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Attempt Suicide
DATE/TIME:	April 26, 2013 at 5:00 p.m.
LOCATION:	700 Blk. of Forest Park Blvd., Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Glenn Massaro, 57 years old, Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S):
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Commander Mike Adair
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Commander Mike Adair [email protected]

DETAILS:

On April 26^th, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. a person called the Oxnard Police Department’s communication center and reported that a male subject had shot himself in the 700 block of Forest Park Blvd., Oxnard. The caller was not local. Officers responded to the area and attempted to make contact with the subject in his residence at the location.

After several minutes officers were able to speak with Glenn Massaro on the phone. He stated he had shot himself in the face in an apparent suicide attempt. He also told the officers he had discarded his weapon and requested medical treatment. Officers made contact with Massaro and ensured the scene was safe for EMS personnel to respond. No one else was located in the residence with Massaro. He received emergency medical treatment at the scene and was transported to VCMC for a non-life threatening gunshot wound.

The scene was cleared at 5:45 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:	Arrests of multiple suspects for burglary
DATE/TIME:	6/4/13 at about 12:30AM
LOCATION:	2600 Block of Wagon Wheel (American Legion)
VICTIM(S):	American Legion
SUSPECT(S):	Albert Martinez, 31years, Ventura Resident Brandi Clark, 30 years, Ventura Resident Reyna Molina, 19 years, Los Angeles County Resident Nicholas Lowe, 18 years, Los Angeles County Resident



PREPARED BY:	Kevin Baysinger, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Oxnard Police Department; 385-7600 [email protected]

DETAILS:
On 6/4/2013 at about 12:30AM, the Oxnard Police Department responded to the American Legion in the 2600 Block of Wagon Wheel Road regarding four persons on the roof, possibly trying to gain entry. When officers arrived, they made contact with the two male subjects outside of the business. The two females were eventually located hiding inside the business. Upon further investigation, all four subjects were arrested for burglary.

Suspects Martinez, Lowe, and Clark were also arrested for conspiracy to commit burglary. In addition, Lowe was also arrested for possession of stolen property.

Albert Martinezwas on the Post Release Offender (PRO) program. The PRO 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

If you see suspicious activity, please report it to the Oxnard Police Department at 805-385-7740, or dial 9-1-1.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 6/4/13, 0745 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 to a Business
DATE/TIME:	04/11/2014 1705 hours
LOCATION:	Fiesta Insurance 2825 Saviers Rd. Oxnard, CA
VICTIM(S):	Unknown race male 6’-01”, 185 wearing black ski mask, black sweater and blue jeans.
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown race male 6’-01”, 185 wearing black ski mask, black sweater and blue jeans
LOSS:	Undisclosed amount of property
PREPARED BY:	D. Klug Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Oxnard Police Department Violent Crimes Unit 805-385-7600

DETAILS:
On April 11, 2014, at about 1705 hours, officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to 2815 Saviers Road reference a call of an armed robbery which had just occurred. An unknown race male subject wearing a black ski mask, black sweater, and blue jeans entered the Fiesta Insurance business located at 2825 Saviers Road in the city of Oxnard. The suspect pointed a silver-colored handgun and demanded property from the business. The suspect obtained an undisclosed amount of property and fled southbound from the business on foot. The suspect was possibly seen entering a green unknown make automobile on the south side of Channel Islands Blvd.

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.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx.