News Releases

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: November 14, 2022

SUBJECT: Fatal Collision Involving Pickup Truck and Motorcyclist

LOCATION: Oxnard Boulevard and Palm Drive, Oxnard

DRIVER/VEHICLE Alberto Estrada / 2000 Ford Ranger

Armando Juanillo / 2014 Harley Davidson

CONTACT: Corporal Andrew Pinkstaff, Traffic Investigator | (805) 385-7750 |

On November 14, 2022, at approximately 5:48 a.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to a call for service of an injury traffic collision at the intersection of Oxnard Boulevard and Palm Drive.

Upon arrival, officers located motorcycle rider Armando Juanillo lying in the roadway. EMS quickly responded however declared Juanillo deceased at the scene. Officers learned Juanillo had collided into a Ford Ranger driven by Alberto Estrada. Estrada remained on scene and cooperated with investigators.

The preliminary investigation revealed Estrada was turning northbound Oxnard Boulevard from Palm Drive. Juanillo was traveling northbound Oxnard Boulevard and collided into Estrada at the intersection. Investigators are still determining if speed, alcohol, or drug impairment were a contributing factor to this collision. Witnesses, or anyone with information regarding this collision, are urged to contact Corporal Andrew Pinkstaff at (805) 385-7750 or via email at andrew.pinkstaff@oxnardpd.org.

UPDATE: TRAFFIC ALERT

The roadway at Northbound Oxnard Blvd at Colonia Road is now open. Thank you.

Commander Giles

Forwarded message –
From: Giles, Sharon <sharon.giles@oxnardpd.org>
Date: Mon, Nov 14, 2022 at 7:09 AM
Subject: TRAFFIC ALERT – Northbound Oxnard Blvd at Colonia Rd
To: DL – Press Releases <dl-pressreleases@oxnardpd.org>

The Oxnard Police are on scene of a fatal traffic collision Northbound Oxnard Blvd at Colonia Road. Both lanes are closed Northbound Oxnard Blvd, North of Cooper Rd.

We are asking the public to take an alternate route until the roadway is cleared by police. This may take several hours. We will update the public once the roadway is open to all traffic.

Sharon Giles, Commander
Oxnard Police Department
Patrol Services
Sun-Wed, Dayshift (0600-1600)

Sharon.Giles@Oxnardpd.org

Oxnard Police Officers are on scene in the area of Oxnard Blvd/Vineyard Ave investigating an injury traffic collision. The Northbound lanes from Citrus Grove Lane to Vineyard Ave are currently closed due to a downed light pole in the area.

The Oxnard Police will update the public once the roadway is open for traffic.

UPDATE: The roadway Northbound Oxnard Blvd from Citrus Grove Ln to Vineyard is now open. Thank you for your patience.

Commander Giles

Forwarded message –
From: Giles, Sharon <sharon.giles@oxnardpd.org>
Date: Mon, Nov 14, 2022 at 12:04 PM
Subject: TRAFFIC ALERT – Northbound lanes of Oxnard Blvd from Citrus Lane to Vineyard are closed
To: DL – Press Releases <dl-pressreleases@oxnardpd.org>

The Oxnard Police will update the public once the roadway is open for traffic.

Sharon Giles, Commander
Oxnard Police Department
Patrol Services
Sun-Wed, Dayshift (0600-1600)

Sharon.Giles@Oxnardpd.org

The Oxnard Police are on scene of a fatal traffic collision Northbound Oxnard Blvd at Colonia Road. Both lanes are closed Northbound Oxnard Blvd, North of Cooper Rd.

We are asking the public to take an alternate route until the roadway is cleared by police. This may take several hours. We will update the public once the roadway is open to all traffic.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: November 5, 2022

SUBJECT: Single Vehicle Fatal Collision

LOCATION: Hueneme Road and Edison Drive, Oxnard

DRIVER 24 year-old Oxnard resident (name withheld pending next of kin notification)

VEHICLE: 2005 Chevy Silverado

CONTACT: Corporal Andrew Pinkstaff, Traffic Investigator | (805) 385-7750 |

andrew.pinkstaff@oxnardpd.org

On November 5, 2022, at approximately 8:12 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to a call for service of an injury traffic collision at the intersection of Hueneme Road and Edison Drive.

Upon arrival, officers located a 24-year old male driver with severe injuries inside a white 2005 Chevy Silverado. The driver was immediately transported by EMS personnel to the Ventura County Medical Center but later succumbed to his injuries.

The preliminary investigation revealed the driver first collided into the center median of Hueneme Road before colliding into a tree and brick wall. Witnesses identified the vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed prior to the collision. Investigators are also identifying whether alcohol was a contributing factor. Witnesses, or anyone with information regarding this collision, are urged to contact Corporal Andrew Pinkstaff at (805) 385-7750 or via email at andrew.pinkstaff@oxnardpd.org.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: November 7, 2022

SUBJECT: Missing Person

LOCATION: 4400 block of Clover Drive

CONTACT: The MIssing Persons Unit

(805) 385-7629

On Monday, November 7, 2022, at about 4:30 A.M., Ofelia Diaz left her residence on foot bound for an unknown location. Ms. Diaz’ whereabouts are unknown and her family is searching for her.

Ofelia Diaz is a 67-year-old Hispanic female, 4’8”, 110 lbs, with black hair and brown eyes. She was wearing a purple sweater, green skirt, black and purple scarf with black sandals. Oxnard Police Officers are working with Diaz’ family to locate her.

The Oxnard Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Ms. Diaz. If you have any information about the disappearance of Ms. Diaz, we ask that you contact the Oxnard Police Department dispatch immediately at (805) 385-7740.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: November 7, 2022

SUBJECT: Missing Person- Ofelia Diaz

LOCATION: 4400 block of Clover Drive

CONTACT: The Missing Persons Unit

(805) 385-7629

UPDATE TO BELOW NEWS RELEASE:

Ms. Ofelia Diaz has been located and reunited with her family.

On Monday, November 7, 2022, at about 4:30 A.M., Ofelia Diaz left her residence on foot bound for an unknown location. Ms. Diaz’ whereabouts are unknown and her family is searching for her.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: November 4, 2022

SUBJECT: Narcotic Sales Arrest

SUSPECTS: Eddie Gomez, 53 year-old Oxnard Resident

LOCATION: 1600 block East Channel Islands Blvd, Oxnard

CONTACT: Brandon Ordelheide, Sergeant

(805) 256-5121 Brandon.Ordelheide@oxnardpd.org

During the month of October 2022, the Oxnard Police Department Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) began an investigation regarding Eddie Gomez being involved in the sale of Methamphetamine. During the investigation, DEU detectives developed enough evidence to obtain a search warrant.

On November 4^th, 2022 with the assistance of the Oxnard Special Enforcement Unit (SEU), DEU detectives located Gomez while he was driving in his vehicle. SEU Officers conducted a traffic enforcement stop and detained Gomez pursuant the search warrant. During a search of the vehicle, SEU Officers located a large quantity of Methamphetamine, US Currency, and evidence of narcotics sales.

Gomez was charged with possession of Methamphetamine for sale and transportation of Methamphetamine, both Felonies. He was booked into the Ventura County Main Jail.

The Oxnard Police Department is committed to reducing drug overdoses in the City of Oxnard. 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 by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers. at (800)222-8477. You can also visit their website: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: November 4, 2022 (11:29 AM)

SUBJECT: Suspect Wanted by U.S. Marshalls Office Arrested After Committing a Shooting on Saviers Rd.

SUSPECTS: Joey Ixta, 30-year-old Oxnard resident

LOCATION: 100 block McKinley Ave., Oxnard

CONTACT: Bakari Myers, Sergeant

(805) 797-6202 | bakari.myers@Oxnardpd.org

On November 4th, at approximately 11:29 a.m., officers responded to the 3500 blk. of Saviers Rd. in regards to a shooting that had just occurred. Witnesses reported seeing a white sport utility vehicle pull in behind another occupied vehicle. The driver, later identified as suspect Ixta, exited the sport utility vehicle and fired several rounds from a handgun at the occupied vehicle. The occupants in the victim vehicle fled the area and Ixta fled the area as well. Investigators from the Violent Crimes Unit responded to the scene and took over the investigation.

Investigators conducted follow up and located the vehicle in the 100 blk. of South McKinley Ave. At approximately 2:30 p.m. Ixta was observed entering the vehicle and driving away northbound. Officers observed Ixta park in the 100 blk. of North Bonita Ave. and attempted to make contact with him. As officers exited their vehicle, Ixta quickly accelerated from the curb and a short pursuit ensued. As Ixta drove north in the west alley of the 100 blk. of South McKinley, his vehicle collided with another police vehicle causing minor damage. Ixta attempted to flee on foot but was apprehended after a taser deployment.

Ixta was treated for his injuries and booked for assault with a deadly weapon (for the shooting on Saviers Rd.), felony reckless evading, and for resisting arrest. Ixta was also arrested for an outstanding warrant from the U.S. Marshall’s Office. Ixta is a documented Oxnard criminal street gang member.

The Oxnard Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit, and Special Enforcement Unit are committed to reducing gang crimes and gun violence in the City of Oxnard through the strict enforcement of laws specifically targeting known, active gang members residing in the city. 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.