News Releases

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: December 9, 2021 (8:04 PM)

SUBJECT: Shooting Victim

LOCATION: Ventura Road (west frontage road) and Hill Street

VICTIM: Undisclosed, 33-year old male

SUSPECT: Unknown

CONTACT: Robin Whitney, Patrol Commander

(805) 385-7771 | robin.whitney@oxnardpd.org

On December 9, 2021, patrol officers were in the area of Piedmont and Hill Street when they heard several gunshots nearby. The Officers began searching the area and located a 33-year-old male gunshot victim in the roadway of the frontage road of Ventura Road, north of Hill Street. The victim sustained a life-threatening gunshot wound. He was taken to a nearby hospital and is currently listed in critical condition.

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.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: December 9, 2021 (8:43 PM)

SUBJECT: Firearm Arrest and Narcotics Arrest

SUSPECTS: Angel Perez, 30-year-old Oxnard resident

LOCATION: B ST. and First St., Oxnard

CONTACT: Tim Kelley, Commander

(805) 857-5297 | timothy.kelley@Oxnardpd.org

On December 9, 2021 at approximately 8:43 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Special Enforcement Unit (Gang Unit) were conducting uniformed gang enforcement. Officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a vehicle for a suspected traffic infraction at A St. and Magnolia Ave. The vehicle failed to yield and accelerated away from the police unit. The vehicle came to a stop on B St. and First St. The vehicle had four occupants in it; the occupants were uncooperative and initially ignored commands from the officers. The officers eventually gained the compliance of the occupants and officers removed them from the vehicle.

Officers identified Angel Perez as one of the passengers in the vehicle. A records check revealed that Perez is on probation, with search terms, for prior convictions of vandalism and obstructing a peace officer. Perez is also a documented criminal street gang member in the city of Oxnard.

Officers searched the vehicle pursuant to Perez’ terms and located a loaded 9-millimeter Glock-style Polymer 80 semi-automatic handgun in Perez’ vicinity. Polymer 80 semi-automatic handguns are sold commercially as incomplete, without serial numbers, and must be further manufactured to make them into functioning firearms. Officers also located loose 9-milimeter ammunition near the handgun. Officers also located methamphetamine near the handgun. Perez was booked for felony firearm and narcotics related charges.

The Oxnard Police Department’s Special Enforcement Unit is 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.

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NEWS RELEASE

PRESS RELEASE

EVENT:	Funds Available for Community Organizations to Combat Drug Abuse and Divert Gang Activity
DATE/TIME:	December 9, 2021 / 9:00 a.m.
LOCATION:	City of Oxnard
PREPARED BY:	Eric S. Sonstegard, Assistant Police Chief
CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:	Eric S. Sonstegard, Assistant Police Chief eric.sonstegard@oxnardpd.org (805) 385-7801

DETAILS: The Oxnard Police Department participates with outside agencies in the investigation and prosecution of narcotics related crimes. Assets seized are proportionately shared among the participating agencies. The California Health & Safety Code requires that a portion of the seized assets “shall be used for the sole purpose of funding programs designed to combat drug abuse and divert gang activity…It is the intent of the Legislature to cause the development and continuation of positive intervention programs for high-risk elementary and secondary school age students.”

The Oxnard Police Department invites community-based organizations in Oxnard interested in this funding to visit:

https://www.oxnardpolice.info

and complete an application for consideration and review. As the City of Oxnard continues to look for viable options to the gang lifestyle for our youth, the Oxnard Police Department is excited for this opportunity to work with the community to provide healthy and productive alternatives.

The deadline for applications to be submitted is Monday, January 10, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.

Paul Carganilla

Community Affairs Manager

phone: (805) 385-7631 / mobile: (805) 342-8292

email: paul.carganilla@oxnardpd.org

251 South C Street, Oxnard, CA 93030

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: December 8, 2021, 2:30 PM

SUBJECT: Pimping / Prostitution Arrest

LOCATION: 400 Block of South A Street, Oxnard

SUSPECT: Erasmo Santiago, 43 years old, Los Angeles Resident

Xiomara Gonzales, 37 years old, Downey Resident

Anabel Ramirez, 44 years old, Lynwood Resident

CONTACT: Brandon Ordelheide, Sergeant

(805) 256-5121 | Brandon.Ordelheide@Oxnardpd.org

On December 6, 2021 the Oxnard Police Department received a community complaint regarding suspicious activity occurring at an abandoned business in the 400 block of South A Street, in the City of Oxnard. Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) detectives conducted a follow-up investigation on the business. Based on the information obtained from the investigation, detectives believed the business was being used for prostitution and a search warrant was obtained.

On December 8, 2021, with the assistance of the Oxnard Central Business District Neighborhood Policing Team, the Oxnard Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) served a search warrant at the business. Upon completion of the investigation, Erasmo Santiago was arrested for pimping, a felony, after detectives discovered that he was receiving proceeds generated from prostitution. Xiomara Gonzales and Anabel Ramirez were also arrested and issued a notice to appear for soliciting prostitution, a misdemeanor.

This is Erasmo Santiago’s third arrest for pimping. He currently has a “NO BAIL” felony warrant issued by Post Release Community Supervision out of Los Angeles County (PRCS) for failing to report to PRCS. He is currently on PRCS for Pimping.

The Post Release Offender Program was created in 2011 by Assembly Bill 109 (Public Safety Realignment). The program mandates that individuals sentenced to non-violent, non-serious or non-sex related felony offenses will serve their sentences in county jails instead of state prison. Release under AB 109 is based on the offender’s most recent commitment offense and prior convictions are not considered.

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. Any witness can also remain anonymous by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477, or visiting www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

to submit a tip via text or email.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: December 8, 2021

SUBJECT: Motorists to expect delays for the 14th Annual Santa to the Sea Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, and 5K.

LOCATION: City of Oxnard

CONTACT: Jose Diaz, Senior Officer | (805) 385-7749 | jose.diaz@oxnardpd.org

The 14th Annual Santa to the Sea Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, and 5K is scheduled for this Sunday morning, December 12, 2021. The race starts at 7:30 a.m. at three different starting points throughout the city. The final destination is at the Marine Emporium Landing located at 3600 South Harbor Boulevard. Over 1,000 runners will be participating in this year’s races.

Officers from the Oxnard Police Department will be handling the traffic control along the racecourse. Motorists should expect significant delays at several intersections throughout the city. These intersections include:

Rice Avenue at Sturgis Road
Rose Avenue at Camino Del Sol
Fifth Street at Hobson Way
Ventura Road at Ninth Street
Wooley Road at Patterson Road
Victoria Avenue at Wooley Road
Harbor Boulevard at Wooley Road

Motorists wishing to travel northbound and southbound in the city are encouraged to use Oxnard Boulevard as it will not be affected by the race. Rice Avenue and Rose Avenue are expected to be reopened by 8:30 a.m. All other roadways are expected to be reopened by 10:00 a.m.

For any questions related to the race or the traffic plan for this event, please contact Senior Officer Jose Diaz at (805) 385-7749 or via e-mail at jose.diaz@oxnardpd.org.

Paul Carganilla

Community Affairs Manager

phone: (805) 385-7631 / mobile: (805) 342-8292

email: paul.carganilla@oxnardpd.org

251 South C Street, Oxnard, CA 93030

At approximately 11:02 P.M. Ramos was located and arrested, without incident, in the 1200 block of Hibiscus St.

On Sun, Dec 5, 2021 at 8:37 PM Williams, Christopher <christopher.williams@oxnardpd.org> wrote:

DATE:      December 5, 2021 6:15 P.M.

SUBJECT:     Escaped Arrestee

LOCATION: 101 Freeway and Johnson Drive

SUSPECT:     Daisy Ramos, 25-year-old Oxnard Resident

CONTACT:    Christopher Williams, Commander

                        (805) 385-7600 | christopher.williams@Oxnardpd.org

On December 5, 2021 at approximately 6:15 P.M. Oxnard police officers arrested Daisy Ramos, a 25-year-old Oxnard resident, for outstanding warrants. While an officer was transporting Ramos to the Ventura County Jail, Ramos was somehow able to open the rear door of the police vehicle and flee on foot. This occurred in the area of Highway 101 and Johnson Drive. Officers searched the area for Ramos but were unable to locate her.

An investigation is underway to determine how Ramos managed to escape from custody.

Ramos is not considered to be a threat to the public. Regardless, if anyone has information regarding her whereabouts, they are encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department. 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.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: December 5, 2021 / 8:13 P.M.

Christopher Williams (click signature for bio)

Patrol Watch Commander/District 2 (click for map)

Sunday-Wednesday 4 pm- 2 am

(805) 207-7234 (cell)

christopher.williams@oxnardpd.org

(Personal Pronouns: he, him, his)

DATE: December 5, 2021 6:15 P.M.

SUBJECT: Escaped Arrestee

LOCATION: 101 Freeway and Johnson Drive

SUSPECT: Daisy Ramos, 25-year-old Oxnard Resident

CONTACT: Christopher Williams, Commander

(805) 385-7600 | christopher.williams@Oxnardpd.org

On December 5, 2021 at approximately 6:15 P.M. Oxnard police officers arrested Daisy Ramos, a 25-year-old Oxnard resident, for outstanding warrants. While an officer was transporting Ramos to the Ventura County Jail, Ramos was somehow able to open the rear door of the police vehicle and flee on foot. This occurred in the area of Highway 101 and Johnson Drive. Officers searched the area for Ramos but were unable to locate her.

An investigation is underway to determine how Ramos managed to escape from custody.

Ramos is not considered to be a threat to the public. Regardless, if anyone has information regarding her whereabouts, they are encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department. 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.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: December 5, 2021 / 8:13 P.M.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: December 5, 2021, 12:58 p.m.

SUBJECT: Man arrested after a bomb scare at the US Post Office

LOCATION: 1961 N. C Street, Oxnard

SUSPECTS: Glenn Stombres, 51, Oxnard resident

CONTACT: Luis Mc Arthur, Commander

(805) 207-4762 | luis.mcarthur@oxnardpd.org

The US Post Office at 1961 N. C Street in Oxnard was briefly evacuated shortly after 1 p.m. after a man walked in and claimed he had a bomb in his backpack.

Officers evacuated the post office and the suspect was safely taken into custody after a short standoff with police.

The Ventura County Sheriff's Office Bomb Squad searched the backpack but did not find any trace of a threat and determined the area was safe.

Officers are working closely with the US Postal Service to determine the charges against Glenn Stombres,52, from Oxnard.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: December 5, 2021 / 2:25 p.m.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: December 2, 2021

SUBJECT: 2021 Downtown Oxnard Holiday Parade – Road Closures

CONTACT: Jose Diaz, Senior Officer

(805) 385-7847 | jose.diaz@oxnardpd.org

On December 4, 2021, the Oxnard Downtowners Foundation will be hosting its annual Downtown Holiday Parade themed “Superhero Christmas.” The event will begin at 10:00 a.m. and conclude at 12:00 p.m.

The Oxnard Police Department will be handling traffic control to expedite the flow of traffic surrounding the event site. Traffic delays should be expected beginning at 9:00 a.m. The following streets will be closed to vehicular traffic:

A Street from Wooley Road to Fifth Street
Ninth Street from A Street to C Street
Fifth Street from A Street to C Street
C Street from Sixth Street to First Street
Second Street from D Street to A Street
B Street from Fourth Street to Fifth Street and First Street to Second Street
A Street from First Street to Second Street

Parking will be restricted along the parade route and some surrounding streets. The recommended parking area for people attending the parade is the free public parking structure located at Third Street and B Street.

These traffic flow modifications are taking place to assist in relieving the traffic congestion from this event in a timely and orderly fashion, with caution for pedestrians.

For any questions related to the parade, please contact Senior Officer Jose Diaz at (805) 385-7749 or via email at jose.diaz@oxnardpd.org.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: December 2, 2021 / 12:00 p.m.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: December 2, 2021 (6:15 PM)

SUBJECT: Gang Member Arrested for Unlawful Firearm Possession

LOCATION: 700 block of Hobson Way

CONTACT: Martin Cook, Sergeant

(805) 385-7600 | martin.cook@oxnardpd.org

On December 2, 2021 at approximately 6:15 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Special Enforcement Unit (Gang Unit) were conducting uniformed gang enforcement in the area of Hobson Way and Seventh Street when they conducted a traffic enforcement stop in the 700 block of Hobson Way. Officers contacted the driver, Andres Ibarra (20yrs). Ibarra is a known criminal street gang member within the City of Oxnard. Ibarra is currently on probation in the County of Ventura for firearms possession.

Officers conducted a probation search of Ibarra and his vehicle. During the search, officers located a loaded 9 millimeter Glock-style Polymer 80 semi-automatic handgun with a laser sight attachment and additional loose 9 millimeter rounds of ammunition concealed in the vehicle. Polymer 80 semi-automatic handguns are commercially sold as incomplete, without serial numbers, and must be further manufactured to make them into functioning firearms. Ibarra was arrested for various felony firearm related charges.