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NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 21, 2023

SUBJECT: DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoints and DUI Enforcement Patrols

CONTACT: Mike Wood, Corporal

(805) 385-7749 | [email protected]

Oxnard Police Department to hold two DUI Checkpoints and extra patrols for suspected impaired drivers

The Oxnard Police Department has collaborated with the California Highway Patrol – Ventura Office to hold two DUI/Driver’s license checkpoints on Friday, June 23, 2023. The checkpoints will be held at undisclosed locations within the city. Both agencies will also have additional officers on patrol, specifically looking for drivers suspected of being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. The DUI Checkpoints and DUI patrols will be from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

DUI checkpoints and patrols are done in locations with a history of DUI-related collisions and arrests. During the checkpoint, officers will be looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment, with officers checking drivers for proper licensing.

In 2018, 1,069 people were killed on California roads in crashes involving drivers who had a blood alcohol content over the legal limit (.08 or above). The Oxnard Police Department reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Prescription or over-the-counter medications with an operating heavy machinery warning on the label can also impair. While medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal.

If you plan on drinking or are taking medications that can affect your ability to drive, please take these precautions to avoid a DUI:

● Always use a designated sober driver – a friend who is not drinking, ride-share, cab, or public transportation – to get home.

● Walking while impaired is also dangerous. Have someone sober walk you home or stay with you until a sober driver is available to pick you up.

● Report drunk drivers – Call 911.

● Hosting a party? Offer nonalcoholic drinks. Monitor who is drinking and how they are getting home.

A DUI arrest is not cheap. Drivers charged with DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license and possible jail time.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 23, 2023 / 1:30AM

SUBJECT: Firearm arrest

SUSPECTS: 17 year old male juvenile

LOCATION: Cooper Road and Bonita Avenue, Oxnard

CONTACT: Kevin Baysinger, Commander

(805) 385-7746 (Thur-Sat, 4PM-4AM)

[email protected]

On the above date/time, Oxnard Police officers attempted to contact two persons in the 700 block of Cooper Road. Both subjects attempted to avoid the officers; one of the subjects discarded an object that was later determined to be a loaded revolver. A 17 year old juvenile was believed to be in possession of the revolver and was arrested. The second subject, an adult male, was found to be in possess of a dangerous weapon and was also arrested.

Anyone with information regarding this case or other criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600, or online via the Oxnard Police Department’s website: www.oxnardpd.org, and clicking on Report Suspicious Activity. You can remain anonymous if you choose to do so. You can remain anonymous by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email. Booking photographs for adult felony arrest available on the department website: www.oxnardpd.org under crime & safety, and booking / call logs.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 17, 2023 / 6:00AM

SUBJECT: Active Police Investigation / Road Closure

LOCATION: 700 block West Hueneme Road, Oxnard

CONTACT: Command Kevin Baysinger

(805) 385-7611

Due to an active ongoing police investigation, West Hueneme Road is closed between “J” Street and Perkins Road. Motorists are encouraged to use alternates routes. Once the roadways are cleared, another notification will be sent.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 17, 2023 / 1:20AM

SUBJECT: Vehicle Pursuit leads to Barricade; Subject Arrested

SUSPECTS: Jose Jovan Ceja Orozco, 35 years, Oxnard Resident

LOCATION: 700 block of West Hueneme Road, Oxnard

CONTACT: Kevin Baysinger, Commander

(805) 385-7746 (Thur-Sat, 4PM-4AM)

[email protected]

On the above date and time, Oxnard Police officers attempted to stop a vehicle for a traffic violation at Roland Way and Cuesta Del Mar. The vehicle failed to yield, which led to a vehicle pursuit. Officers cancelled the pursuit due to dangerous driving, but were able to locate it a short time later and were able to follow the vehicle, a grey Chevrolet Impala, until it came to a stop in a parking lot in the 700 block of West Hueneme Road. Officers learned that the vehicle was occupied only by the driver, Ceja Orozco.

Ceja Orozco would not exit from the vehicle. Officers, including officers from Oxnard’s Crisis Negotiation Team, spoke with Ceja Orozco at length attempting to persuade him to peacefully surrender. Members from the Ventura County Behavioral Health Crisis Team were called and also responded to the scene to assist with negotiations. After over four hours of unsuccessful negotiations, officers from Oxnard PD’s SWAT team were able to take Ceja Orozco into custody with the assistance of chemical agents.

Ceja Orozco received medical attention and was arrested for felony evading and resisting/delaying police officers.

Good morning: Hueneme Road is now open.

Thank you for your understanding.

On Sat, Jun 17, 2023 at 6:00 AM Baysinger, Kevin <[email protected]> wrote:

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 17, 2023 / 6:00AM

SUBJECT: Active Police Investigation / Road Closure

LOCATION: 700 block West Hueneme Road, Oxnard

CONTACT: Command Kevin Baysinger

(805) 385-7611

Due to an active ongoing police investigation, West Hueneme Road is closed between “J” Street and Perkins Road. Motorists are encouraged to use alternates routes. Once the roadways are cleared, another notification will be sent.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 12, 2023, at approximately 9:00 PM

SUBJECT: Vehicle theft and VIN tampering arrest – Community members

beware of stolen vehicle online resale scams

LOCATION: 1800 Block North Ventura Road, Oxnard

SUSPECT: Ever Garcia-Caballero, 25-year-old Texas resident

CONTACT: Detective Greg Utter

(805) 385-7668 (Tuesday to Friday, 7 AM – 5 PM)

[email protected]

On June 12, 2023, at approximately 9:00 P.M., Oxnard police officers responded to the 1800 Block of North Ventura Road in reference to suspicious circumstances related to the attempted sale of a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado. The victim had contacted and arranged the purchase of the vehicle through the online application called OfferUp. The vehicle was being sold for significantly less than its actual worth and was set up as a cash-only sale. The buyer became suspicious and suspected the vehicle might be stolen. Oxnard police officers arrived on scene and detained the suspect, who was identified as Ever Garcia-Caballero.

Investigators from the Oxnard Police Department and the Ventura County Auto Theft Task Force (VenCATT) responded to assist with the investigation. After careful examination of the truck, Investigators identified the vehicle as a stolen Chevrolet pickup truck out of the City of Fontana.

Caballero was arrested for vehicle theft and VIN tampering-related charges and was booked into the Ventura County Jail. His bail was set at $300,000.00.

The Ventura County Auto Theft Task Force (VenCATT) and its allied agency partners have seen an uptick in stolen vehicles being sold on various social media marketplace sites throughout Ventura County. These websites include Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp, and Craigslist. In analyzing this trend, the stolen vehicles being offered for sale are 2015-2021 General Motors SUVs and pickup trucks, to include Chevrolet Silverados and Tahoes and GMC Sierras and Yukons. VenCATT and its allied agency partners have seized multiple stolen vehicles linked to this trend. Some were fortunately intercepted prior to their sale to innocent purchasers. Many of the vehicles seized in conjunction with this trend had their identification numbers altered to disguise the vehicle as being stolen. In addition, the social media marketplace ads selling these vehicles are usually written in Spanish, and the vehicles are being offered for as low as half the price of the current market value. Prospective buyers are strongly urged to exercise due diligence when purchasing used vehicles, and if the price is “too good to be true,” it probably is. To provide an added layer of protection, request the sales transaction to be conducted at your local DMV to certify documentation. Additionally, the National Insurance Crime Bureau offers a free website to assist buyers in checking vehicle identification numbers (VINs) during transactions https://www.nicb.org/vincheck

As always, members of the public can report suspicious vehicle-related activity to VenCATT at (805) 662-2640.

Anyone with information regarding this case or other criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600 or online via the Oxnard Police Department’s website: www.oxnardpd.org, and clicking on “Report Suspicious Activity.” You can remain anonymous if you choose to do so. You can also provide information regarding this case or other criminal activity and remain anonymous by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email. Booking photographs for adult felony arrest are available on the department website: www.oxnardpd.org under crime & safety and booking/call logs.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 15, 2023

SUBJECT: Oxnard Police Seize Over 100 Pounds of Fireworks

CONTACT: Jose Silva, Sergeant | (805) 385-7778 | [email protected]

On 6/15/23, at approximately 1348 hours, officers from the Neighborhood Policing Team served a search warrant in the 1600 block of Monet Court after receiving information related to the sales of illegal and dangerous fireworks. During the search of the residence, approximately 100.8 pounds of gross weight of illegal and dangerous fireworks were located. These fireworks include numerous "mortar" style fireworks that shoot into the air and explode.

The suspect was arrested for possession of dangerous fireworks and was booked at the Oxnard Police Department Jail.

Please remember that ALL fireworks (even those classified as "safe and sane") are illegal in Oxnard, and citations carry a fine up to $1,000. This seizure and arrest were a result of assistance from our community. If you know the location of where fireworks are occurring, please report fireworks activity to our dedicated fireworks cellphone line, email, hotline, or call the Oxnard Police Department’s non-emergency phone number.

Please do not dial 911 to report fireworks.

Fireworks Cell Phone Line: (805) 307-6308

Fireworks Tips Via E-mail: [email protected]

Fireworks Hotline: (805) 394-5884

Oxnard Police Non-Emergency: (805) 385-7740

The City of Oxnard respectfully asks all of our residents to celebrate Independence Day safely, and respect the peace and well-being of their neighbors and their pets by refraining from using fireworks.

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Paul Carganilla
Community Affairs Manager, Oxnard Police Department

(805)385-7631 | (805)342-8292 | www.oxnardpd.org

[email protected] | 251 South "C" Street

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NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 12, 2023 / 11:51 PM

SUBJECT: Prohibited Person Arrested for Firearm Possession

SUSPECTS: David Hernandez Jr., 29 year-old Oxnard resident

Male Juvenile, 17 year-old Oxnard resident

LOCATION: 3100 block of Saviers Rd., Oxnard

CONTACT: Rocky Marquez, Commander

(805) 385-7600 [email protected]

On June 12^th at about 11:51 PM, officers from the Oxnard Police Department conducted a traffic stop for a vehicle code violation in the 3100 block of Saviers Road, in Oxnard. The driver of the vehicle, David Hernandez and a 17 year-old male juvenile passenger were found to be under the influence of marijuana. A loaded 9mm handgun and assault rifle with an extended magazine were found concealed in the vehicle.

Hernandez is prohibited from possessing firearms due to prior felony convictions. Both Hernandez and the juvenile male were arrested for multiple firearms related violations

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 14, 2023

SUBJECT: Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Enforcement

CONTACT: Mike Wood, Corporal

(805) 385-7749 (Mon-Thurs 7AM-5PM) | [email protected]

The Oxnard Police Department will conduct two traffic safety operations on June 15, 2023, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and another on July 3, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The operations are focused on the most dangerous driver behaviors that put the safety of people biking or walking at risk. These violations include speeding, making illegal turns, failing to yield or provide right of way to bicyclists or pedestrians, or failing to stop for signs and signals.

The Oxnard Police Department offers steps drivers and pedestrians can take to greatly reduce the risk of getting injured or in a crash:

Pedestrians

● Be predictable. Use crosswalks, when available.

● Take notice of approaching vehicles and practice due care.

● Do not walk or run into the path of a vehicle. At 30 mph, a driver needs at least 90 feet to stop.

● Be visible. Make it easy for drivers to see you – wear light colors, reflective material and carry a flashlight, particularly at dawn, dusk or at night.

● Be extra careful crossing streets or entering crosswalks at night when it is harder to see, or when crossing busier streets with more lanes and higher speed limits.

Drivers

● Follow the speed limit and slow down at intersections. Be prepared to stop for pedestrians at marked and unmarked crosswalks.

● Avoid blocking crosswalks while waiting to make a right-hand turn.

● Never drive impaired.

Bicyclists

● Obey traffic laws, use hand signals, use lights at night (front white light and rear red reflector), and wear a helmet.

● Bicyclists must travel in the same direction of traffic and have the same requirements as any slow-moving vehicle.

● Avoid the door zone: do not ride too closely to parked cars.

● If there’s a bike lane, use it, unless making a left turn, passing, or approaching a place where a right turn is allowed.

● Yield to pedestrians. Bicyclists must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians within marked crosswalks or within unmarked crosswalks at intersections. 

Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 10, 2023

SUBJECT: Narcotic Sales / Gun Arrest

SUSPECTS: William Chavez, 40-year-old Canoga Park Resident

Aurora Gonzalez, 34-year-old Canoga Park Resident

LOCATION: Tierra Rejada Road & SR 23, Moorpark, California

CONTACT: Jose Velazquez, Sergeant

(805) 385-7623 (Tue-Fri 10 AM – 8 PM) [email protected]

The Oxnard Police Department’s Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU), Violent Crimes Unit (VCU), and Special Enforcement Unit (SEU) are comprised of detectives or officers who have been federally deputized as Task Force Officer(s) (TFO) by the Federal of Bureau of Investigation (FBI). These TFOs are assigned to the Ventura County Criminal Investigation Division and are in charge of investigating violations of the drug and criminal laws of the United States of America.

In June 2023, DEU TFOs began an investigation into William Chavez and Aurora Gonzalez. Both subjects were suspected of trafficking narcotics into the city of Oxnard. The investigation allowed DEU detectives to develop enough evidence to obtain search warrant(s) in Canoga Park and Farmersville, California.

On June 8^th and 9^th, 2023, detectives with the DEU, VCU, and FBI, along with SEU, Ventura County Sheriff’s Office K9, and the Farmersville Police Department, executed search warrants at locations associated to Chavez and Gonzalez.

The search yielded over 1800 grams (over four pounds) of suspected methamphetamine, over three (3) pounds of marijuana, and an illegal marijuana grow house. In addition, detectives located a loaded 9-millimeter Glock semi-automatic handgun. A record check revealed the handgun had been previously reported stolen out of Goodyear, AZ. Gonzalez has prior felony convictions; as such, both Chavez and Gonzalez were arrested for narcotic sales and illegal gun possession(s).