Jeri Williams Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Serious Injury DUI Collision
DATE/TIME:	November 19, 2012 / 2002 hours
LOCATION:	Ventura Boulevard west of Del Norte Boulevard, Oxnard CA
DRIVER:	Adam Niel Side, 39, Camarillo resident
VEHICLE:	Gray 2005 Lexus ES330
PREPARED BY:	Maria Peña, Traffic Collision Investigator
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Maria Peña (805) 385-7750  Maria.pena@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On November 19, 2012, at about 8:02 p.m., Oxnard PD officers responded to the area of Ventura Boulevard and Del Norte Boulevardafter receiving a call of a single vehicle collision where the vehicle had overturned. Once on scene, officers and EMS personnel found that a gray Lexus ES330 had run off the road of Ventura Boulevard, just west of Del Norte Boulevard.   
 
Preliminary investigation indicates that the Lexus, driven by Adam Niel Side, was traveling eastbound on Ventura Boulevard towards Del Norte Boulevard. For unknown reasons, the Lexus drove off the roadway and onto a dirt shoulder at a high rate of speed. The Lexus struck several areas of uneven dirt while on an incline. The vehicle became launched off the dirt, causing it to land on its roof. Mr. Side was transported by Gold Coast Ambulance to Ventura County Medical Center where he is listed in critical condition.
 
Driver Side was arrested for suspicion of driving while under the influence.
 
If anyone has information about this collision, please contact Senior Officer Maria Peña at 805-385-7750. The investigation is ongoing.
 
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DATE / TIME PREPARED:  November 20, 2012, 12:15 a.m.     

 

Jeri Williams Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Homicide Suspect Extradited
DATE/TIME:	November 18, 2012
LOCATION:	Fairfield, Alabama to Ventura County, California
VICTIM(S):	Stacy Knappenberger, 15-years old (1980)
SUSPECT(S):	Thomas Young, 65 years old, Fairfield, Alabama
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant David Villanueva, (805) 385-7763, david.villanueva@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Det Bob Eckman, Oxnard Police Major Crimes,  385-7760,  bob.eckman@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On September 6, 2012, Oxnard Police Department detectives and members of the Ventura County Cold Case Task Force arrested Thomas Young, age 65, of Fairfield, Alabama, for the murder of Stacy Knappenberger. Stacy Knappenberger was 15 years old when she was murdered on July 30, 1980, in her Oxnard home.  An autopsy at that time determined that Knappenberger had died from blunt force trauma and multiple stab wounds.  It is also suspected that a sexual assault occurred. 
 
After his arrest in Alabama, Young declined to voluntarily waive extradition proceedings to Ventura County.  The Ventura County DA’s Office applied for a Governor’s Warrant which was approved and sent to the Alabama Governor’s Office.  The extradition was approved through the Jefferson County Superior Court, and Young’s extradition was ordered.
 
Members of the Ventura County Cold Case Task Force proceeded to Alabama and have returned to Ventura County, November 18, 2012, with Young in custody.  He has been booked late last night into Ventura County Main Jail with no bail.  Young’s first court appearance in Ventura County is scheduled at 9:00 AM, Monday, November 19, 2012, in Division 12 of the Ventura County Superior Court.   
 
Anyone having information about the case should call Detective Bob Eckman at 385-7760.  If you wish to remain anonymous you may call Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspxto submit a tip via text or email.  Lastly, you can also call the Oxnard Police Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070.
  
DATE / TIME PREPARED:  November 19, 2012 / 0807 hours, DV
 

Jeri Williams Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Temporary road closures
DATE/TIME:	11-18-12, 0145 hours
LOCATION:	Rose Avenue between Channel Islands Boulevard and Gary Drive
PREPARED BY:	Brian Woolley, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Brian Woolley, brian.woolley@oxnardpd.org,(805) 385-7600

DETAILS:

Oxnard Police Department personnel are currently conducting traffic control on the roadways surrounding a sink hole at Rose Avenue and Raiders Way.  The sink hole was reported by passing motorists this morning at approximately 1:45 A.M.

The northbound and southbound lanes of Rose Avenue are closed between Channel Island Boulevard and Gary Drive.  Raiders Way is also closed between Dallas Drive and Rose Avenue.  

Motorists wishing to travel north and south are encouraged to use Rice Avenue or Saviers Road.  Motorists wishing to travel east and west are required to use Channel Islands Boulevard or Bard Road.            

Personnel from the City of Oxnard’s Street Department are also on scene repairing the roadway.  At this time, it is not known when the roadway will be re-opened.  

DATE / TIME PREPARED:  11/18/12, 0820 hours

Jeri Williams Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Possible Human Remains
DATE/TIME:	Novmeber 15, 2012
LOCATION:	Area of D and 4th Streets, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Unknown
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Ron Whitney, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:

DETAILS: On todays date at about 9:39 AM, the Oxnard Police Department received a call that possible human remains had been located in a trash bin. Oxnard detectives are on scene.

Jeri Williams Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Parolee arrest and vehicle pursuit
DATE/TIME:	11-11-12, 0038 hours
LOCATION:	Redwood Street at "C" Street
VICTIM(S):
SUSPECT(S):	Francisco Javier Dominguez, 25 years, Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Marty Meyer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Marty Meyer, commander martin.meyer@oxnardpd.org  (805) 207-7078

DETAILS:

At 0038 hours, an Oxnard Police Department patrol officer went to stop a vehicle in the area of Hemlock Street and Ukiah Street for a traffic violation. The driver did not yield. Officers pursued the vehicle primarily in the area of Channel Islands Boulevard and Saviers Road. Speeds ranged from 30 to 55 MPH. At 0056 hours, the vehicle crashed into a light pole after having driven into a yard on Redwood Street near “C” Street.

As the suspect attempted to flee on foot, an Oxnard Police K9 apprehended the driver, later identified as Francisco Javier Dominguez, 25 years. Officers learned Dominguez had a felony parole violation warrant and admitted to having been “on the run.”

Dominguez was treated for minor wounds sustained when apprehended by the K9. Dominguez was booked in the Ventura County Jail for the felony warrant and failing to yield to officers.

Anyone with additional information about this incident is encouraged to call the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600.  If you wish to remain anonymous you may call the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.

DATE / TIME PREPARED:  11-11-12, 0400 hours.
 

Jeri Williams Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Stabbing
DATE/TIME:	November 10, 2012 1:50 PM
LOCATION:	700 block of Teakwood Street
VICTIM(S):	Victim 1: 18 year old Oxnard resident Victim 2: 20 year old Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Christopher Williams, Christopher.williams@oxnardpd.org(805) 486-6211
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Steve Funk, Steve.funk@oxnardpd.org(805) 385-7796

DETAILS:

On November 10, 2012 at approximately 1350 hours, officers were dispatched to the 700 block of Teakwood regarding a stabbing. When officers arrived they contacted a victim who had sustained stab wound to his back. The victim was transported to Ventura County Medical Center where he is listed in stable condition.
 
Officers located another victim, who had sustained a laceration to his head, in the 3000 block of South “G” Street.  He was transported to Saint John’s Regional Medical Center for his injuries and later released. 
 
During the investigation it was revealed that both subjects confronted each other and a fight ensued. During the course of the fight, one of the subjects was stabbed and the other subject was hit in the head with an unknown type object. The motive for the attack is unknown but it doesn’t appear to be gang related.
 
If anyone has information about this incident, they are encouraged to call Detective Funk 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.  

DATE / TIME PREPARED:  November 10, 2012 6:15 PM 
 

Jeri Williams Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	664/459 PC, Attempted Residential Burglary
DATE/TIME:	11-07-2012 at 10:25 AM
LOCATION:	400 Block of Navito Way
VICTIM(S):	Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S):	Five Juveniles, all living in Oxnard
WITNESS(ES):	Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	None
LOSS:	None
PREPARED BY:	Officer Greg Utter
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Commander Ron Whitney (805) 385-7600

DETAILS:

On 11-07-2012, at approximately 10:25 AM, officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to the 400 block of Navito Way in reference to five juveniles seen attempting to gain access into a residence in the area. As officers responded, five juveniles matching the description were detained a short distance away from the victim residence. A witness to the incident positively identified all five juveniles. It was determined that the juveniles removed a screen from a window at the front of the residence and attempted to access the house. When they were unable to gain access, two of the juveniles were lifted onto the roof where they again attempted to remove another screen to gain access into the residence. All five juveniles were placed under arrest for attempted burglary and transported to Juvenile Hall. One of the juveniles was also found to have a felony warrant for his arrest.
 
Citizens are reminded to lock all doors and windows to assure that their residences are secure.
 
DATE / TIME PREPARED:  10-07-2012 / 2:40 PM 

 

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 Department seeking independent review of incidents
DATE/TIME:	Wednesday, November 8, 2012 1545 hours
PREPARED BY:	Assistant Chief Jason Benites, (805) 385-7624, jason.benites@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Chief Jeri Williams, (805) 385-7624, jeri.williams@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
Oxnard Police Chief Jeri Williams is seeking the services of an independent reviewing agency to examine two recent fatal incidents that involved the Oxnard Police Department.
 
The first incident involves the June 23, 2012 death of 26 year-old Oxnard resident Robert Ramirez, who was reported to have been overdosing on methamphetamine.  The second incident concerns the October 13, 2012 shooting death of 21 year-old Oxnard resident Alfonso Limon. 
 
On October 25, 2012, Chief Williams contacted the Office of Independent Review (OIR) to begin discussions concerning comprehensive reviews of both incidents.  On November 6, 2012, Chief Williams and her executive staff met with representatives from OIR. 
 
OIR is a civilian oversight group that was created by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors in 2001 for the review of police incidents.  OIR makes recommendations where appropriate.  OIR currently monitors the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, and provides legal advice to ensure that allegations of deputy misconduct are thoroughly, effectively, and fairly investigated. As it carries out its responsibilities, OIR maintains contacts with state and federal prosecutors, as well as civil rights groups and community organizations.
 
Prior to seeking an independent reviewing agency, Chief Williams had previously sent letters to California Attorney General Kamala Harris, extending an assurance of the Oxnard Police Department’s cooperation and access to information related to the cases.  A similar letter was also sent to the Federal Bureau of Investigation in late July.
  
The independent review process is designed to be a systemic evaluation, looking
at how critical incidents are handled, investigated and reviewed.    An independent review of these incidents can also potentially serve as a learning opportunity, providing the Department and its officers with additional tools to address future critical incidents.
 
DATE / TIME PREPARED:  November 8, 2012 1545 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 and Attempt Murder
DATE/TIME:	November 5, 2012, 10:15 p.m.
LOCATION:	2100 Block of East Channel Islands Blvd., Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	27 year-old male Oxnard resident
SUSPECT(S):	Undetermined number of male subjects
PREPARED BY:	Detective John Sunia, Violent Crimes Unit (805) 486-7386 john.sunia@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective John Sunia, Violent Crimes Unit (805) 486-7386 john.sunia@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
(OXNARD, Calif) On November 5, 2012, at approximately 10:15 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 2100 block of E. Channel Islands Blvd. reference a shooting victim. Upon arrival, officers located a victim of a gunshot wound. The 27 year-old victim suffered a gunshot wound to the left side of his torso and was transported to Ventura County Medical Center. At this time, the victim is listed in stable condition.
 
If anyone has any information related to this incident, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7740. Persons may remain anonymous on both the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. Ventura County Crime Stoppers can also be reached at http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx to submit a tip via text or email.
 
DATE / TIME PREPARED:  November 6, 2012, 1:30 a.m. 

 

Jeri Williams Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Commercial vehicle safety Inspection
DATE/TIME:	October 31, 2012  8 A.M.- 1 P.M.
LOCATION:	October 31, 2012  8 A.M.- 1 P.M.
VICTIM(S):	N/A
SUSPECT(S):	N/A
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	N/A
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	N/A
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Jamie Brown, Traffic Coordinator  (805) 385-7749

DETAILS:

On October 31, 2012, The Oxnard Police Department Traffic Division, Officers from The California Highway Patrol, and Deputies from the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department conducted a Commercial Vehicle Safety Inspection in Oxnard between the hours of 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
 
Officers conducted vehicle inspections on 13 commercial vehicles and placed seven of those vehicles out of service due to safety violations. Drivers of those vehicles placed out of service will be required to complete the necessary repairs prior to operating those commercial vehicles on the roadway.
 
One commercial truck driver, Marlin Martin, 44 years from Milan, Michigan was arrested for driving while under the influence of a controlled substance, possession of prescription medication without a prescription, and possession of a controlled substance.
 
Commercial Vehicle Safety Inspections are conducted to ensure that drivers of commercial vehicles comply with vehicle safety regulations which are set to keep the roadway safe for all motorists.
 
 For any questions related to Commercial Vehicle Safety Inspections, please contact Senior Officer Jamie Brown at (805) 385-7749 or via e-mail at jamiebrown@oxnardpd.org.