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On 5/31/21 at approximately 1602 hours, Oxnard Police Department's Communication Center received several 911 calls regarding a fight in the alley of the 800 block of La Canada. When Officers arrived they located the victim, who was unresponsive. Despite advanced life saving measures, the victim died. Major Crimes Investigators are on scene and handling the investigation. Additional information will be released in a few hours.

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)

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: May 31, 2021, 4:02 PM

SUBJECT: Man Stabbed to Death in Oxnard

LOCATION: 800 Block La Canada Avenue (Alley), Oxnard, CA

VICTIM: Unknown

SUSPECT: Unknown

CONTACT: Edgar Fernandez, Sergeant

(805) 385-7763 | edgar.fernandez@Oxnardpd.org

On May 31, 2021, at about 4:00 PM, officers from the Oxnard Police Department were dispatched to a call of a stabbing victim in the north alley of the 800 block of La Canada Avenue. Upon officer arrival, they located a victim on the ground in the alley, suffering from a stab wound. Emergency medical personnel quickly responded and began life saving measures. Unfortunately the victim did not survive and was pronounced dead at the scene. At the time of this press release the victim had not been positively identified.

The Oxnard Police Department Major Crimes Unit responded to the location and has taken over this investigation. This is the seventh homicide in the City of Oxnard this year.

Detectives are asking anyone who may have video recorded or photographed all or part of the incident, to upload your media directly to the investigators via the following link: https://oxnardpd.evidence.com/axon/citizen/public/800lacanadaave. All submissions are immediately logged into the Oxnard Police Department’s digital evidence system. Contact information is not stored by Axon and community members can remain anonymous, choosing to upload their files without providing contact information.

Also, investigators are encouraging anyone who may have heard or seen anything to contact Detective Ken Tougas (805) 200-5669. Also, 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 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: June 1, 2021, 11:18 P.M.

SUBJECT: Wanted Felon Arrested for Illegal Firearms Possession After Leading Officers on a Short Vehicle Pursuit

LOCATION: Oxnard Blvd. & Fourth Street, Oxnard

SUSPECTS: Carlos Sanchez, 38-year-old Oxnard resident

Melissa Estrella, 37-year-old Oxnard resident

CONTACT: Christopher Williams, Commander

(805) 385-7746 | Christopher.williams@oxnardpd.org

On June 1, 2021, at approximately 11:18 P.M., an officer attempted to stop a vehicle for speeding in the area of Oxnard Blvd. and Fourth Street. The Driver failed to stop and a short pursuit ensued. At the intersection of Oxnard Blvd. and Cooper Road, the suspect vehicle collided into an uninvolved motorist. The suspect, identified as Carlos Sanchez, was taken into custody. The uninvolved motorist had complaint of pain and was checked out by EMS personnel.

Sanchez had outstanding felony warrants and he had a loaded firearm in the vehicle. Sanchez is a convicted felon and prohibited from possessing a loaded firearm. He was arrested and booked into county jail for several felony weapons violations, felony evading, and for his outstanding warrants. Sanchez’ passenger, Melissa Estrella, had outstanding warrants and was in possession of illegal narcotics packaged for sales. She was arrested and booked into county jail

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

DATE / TIME PREPARED: June 2, 2021 / 0025 hours

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)

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 1, 2021, 11:18 P.M.

SUBJECT: Missing Adult

LOCATION: 1000 block of Lodgewood Way, Oxnard

Victim: Byung Suk Yoon, 80-year-old Oxnard resident

CONTACT: Christopher Williams, Commander

(805) 385-7746 | Christopher.williams@oxnardpd.org

The Oxnard Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing adult male. On June 1, 2021, at 7:20 PM, the department received a call of a missing adult from the 1000 block of Lodgewood Way. The missing person is Byung Suk Yoon. He is described as a Asian male, 80 years, 5’8”, 190 lbs, wearing a blue and brown checkered shirt and was last seen driving his white 1998 Chrysler Town and Country minivan, CA license #5FTH549. Anyone who has seen Mr. Yoon, or knows his possible whereabouts, is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at 805-385-7740 or dial 911.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: June 2, 2021 / 0127 hours

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)

Mr. Yoon has been located and reunited with his family. Thank you.

Marc Amon | Commander

Oxnard Police Department | 251 S. C St. | Oxnard, CA
marc.amon@oxnardpd.org | www.oxnardpd.org
805 678 0319 Sun-Wed 0600-1600

On Wed, Jun 2, 2021 at 1:32 AM Williams, Christopher <christopher.williams@oxnardpd.org> wrote:

NEWS RELEASE

DATE:           June 1, 2021, 11:18 P.M.

SUBJECT:    Missing Adult

LOCATION: 1000 block of Lodgewood Way, Oxnard

Victim:           Byung Suk Yoon, 80-year-old Oxnard resident



CONTACT:   Christopher Williams, Commander

                        (805) 385-7746 | Christopher.williams@oxnardpd.org

The Oxnard Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing adult male. On June 1, 2021, at 7:20 PM, the department received a call of a missing adult from the 1000 block of Lodgewood Way. The missing person is Byung Suk Yoon. He is described as a Asian male, 80 years, 5’8”, 190 lbs, wearing a blue and brown checkered shirt and was last seen driving his white 1998 Chrysler Town and Country minivan, CA license #5FTH549. Anyone who has seen Mr. Yoon, or knows his possible whereabouts, is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at 805-385-7740 or dial 911.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: June 2, 2021 / 0127 hours

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)

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: May 26, 2021, 5:30 PM

SUBJECT: Firearm and Narcotics Arrest

LOCATION: 4400 block of Naval Air Road, Oxnard

SUSPECT: Robert Pech

CONTACT: Detective Jason Radcliffe

(805) 385-7796 | jason.radcliffe@oxnardpd.org

On May 26, 2021 at approximately 5:30 P.M., investigators from the Oxnard Police Department Special Operations Division conducted a joint operation with the Ventura County Probation Agency’s Oxnard Probation and Post Release Unit, conducting probation searches to check the compliance of numerous Post Release Offenders in the City of Oxnard. Approximately 40 probation searches were conducted and 5 suspects were arrested.

During one search in the 4400 block of Naval Air Road, investigators and probation officers conducted a search at the residence of 50-year-old Robert Pech. Pech is a Post Release Offender for firearms possession and narcotics sales. During the search of his residence, Pech was found to be in possession of a loaded handgun and a semi-automatic rifle. In addition, Pech was found to be in possession of over three ounces of methamphetamine and paraphernalia indicative of narcotics sales. He was arrested for multiple firearms and narcotics related charges, as well as a violation of his probation terms.

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.

The Oxnard Police Department’s Violent Crimes 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 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 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: May 25, 2021, 7:05 p.m.

SUBJECT: Narcotics Sales / Firearm Arrest

SUSPECTS: Jorge Flores, 40 year old Oxnard resident

LOCATION: 300 Block of East Fir Avenue, Oxnard

CONTACT: Brandon Ordelheide, Sergeant

805-256-5121, Brandon.Ordelheide@oxnardpd.org

During the month of May, 2021, the Oxnard Police Department Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) began an investigation into narcotics activity occurring at a residence located in the 300 block of East Fir Avenue. During the investigation, detectives identified the resident, Jorge Flores, as being involved in the sales of methamphetamine in the city of Oxnard. Detectives also learned that Flores had an outstanding felony warrant for a prior narcotics sales arrest. DEU Detectives developed probable cause to obtain a search warrant for the residence.

On May 25, 2021, the Oxnard Special Enforcement Unit (SEU) and DEU Detectives served a search warrant at the residence. During the service of the search warrant, Jorge Flores, was contacted by SEU Officers when he left the residence. SEU Officers placed Flores under arrest for his outstanding warrant and found him in possession of a large quantity of Methamphetamine and US Currency on his person.

SEU Officers and DEU detectives responded to his residence and completed the service of the search warrant. During a search of the residence, detectives located multiple pounds of methamphetamine, a loaded firearm, and other evidence of narcotics sales. Jorge Flores was arrested for possession of methamphetamine for sales, a felony, several felony firearms violations, and the outstanding felony warrant.

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: May 25, 2021, 11:30 A.M.

SUBJECT: 9-year old child accidentally shoots himself

LOCATION: 1200 block South N Street, Oxnard

SUSPECT: Unnamed Juvenile, 17 years old

CONTACT: Scott Aaron, Sergeant

(805) 385-7756 | Scott.Aaron@Oxnardpd.org

On May 25, 2021, at about 1130 A.M., Oxnard Police officers responded to the 1200 block South N Street regarding a nine-year-old child who accidentally shot himself in the hand with a handgun he located inside the residence. The weapon was easily accessible to the child, and the child thought the gun was a toy. The child was transported to a local hospital and is in stable condition.

The Oxnard Police Department Family Protection Unit arrived on scene and took over the investigation. A search warrant was served at the residence. During the investigation, officers located a large amount of US Currency, concentrated cannabis, Psilocybin Mushrooms, a semi-automatic “ghost” gun, and a rifle. Oxnard Police investigators arrested and booked a 17-year-old into the Ventura County Juvenile Facilities complex. The 17-year-old suspect lived at this residence with his mother. The suspect was arrested for child endangerment, unsafe storage of a firearm, possession of an unregistered firearm, possession for sales of concentrated cannabis and Psilocybin Mushrooms.

The Oxnard Police Department would like to remind gun owners to properly secure their firearms with children present in the home to prevent firearm tragedies from happening.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Juan Morales at (805) 385-3922.

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 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: May 24, 2021, 6:20 P.M.

SUBJECT: Gang Member Arrested for Possession of Controlled Substances and a Firearm

LOCATION: 200 block of West Hueneme Road, Oxnard CA.

CONTACT: Martin Cook, Sergeant

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

On May 24, at approximately 6:20 p.m., Officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit (gang unit) conducted a traffic stop of a Nissan Altima in the 200 block of West Hueneme Road. Officers contacted the sole occupant, Luis Mendez (29yrs). Mendez is a known criminal street gang member within the City of Oxnard, and is currently out on bail for possession of controlled substances and possession of a firearm.

During Mendez’ contact with Officers, Mendez was found in possession of methamphetamine. During a subsequent search of Mendez’ vehicle, Officers located a loaded un-serialized Glock style P80 semi-automatic 9 millimeter handgun concealed under the driver’s side floor mat. The barrel of the firearm was also found to be threaded, and capable of accepting a flash suppressor or silencer; making the firearm an assault weapon under California law. P80 semi-automatic handguns are commercially sold incomplete and without serial numbers; they must be further manufactured to make them functioning firearms and serialized. Mendez was arrested for possession of an unregistered firearm, possession of an assault weapon and possession of a controlled substance while in possession of a firearm.

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.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: May 24, 2021, 1:30 PM

SUBJECT: Oxnard Man Arrested for the Stabbing Death of His Wife

LOCATION: 1100 Block of West Hemlock Street, Oxnard, CA

VICTIM: Karla Novela Cabrera, 27 year old, Oxnard resident

SUSPECT: Fernando Lopez, 36 year old, Oxnard resident

CONTACT: Edgar Fernandez, Sergeant

(805) 385-7633 | edgar.fernandez@Oxnardpd.org

Karla Cabrera, an Oxnard mother of two, was stabbed multiple times and killed on May 21, 2021, at about 9:55 PM, while inside her residence. Oxnard officers responded to the 1100 block of West Hemlock Street. Officers located Cabrera inside her home, suffering from multiple stab wounds. Officers quickly learned that Cabrera’s common-law husband, Fernando Lopez, had stabbed her and fled the residence. Cabrera was transported to the hospital where she was pronounced dead from her injuries. Additional family members, including the couples’ two small children, ages 4 and 7, were inside the residence at the time of the incident. They were unharmed.

Officers found Lopez hiding in a nearby alley, underneath a car. Lopez had several self-inflicted stab wounds and was making suicidal statements. He was treated at the scene, first by responding officers, then by medical personnel who arrived on scene.

Lopez was released from the hospital this afternoon and arrested for the murder of Karla Cabrera. He was transported to the Ventura County Jail for processing. Lopez will face arraignment on Wednesday in Ventura County Superior Court.

Investigators are encouraging anyone who may have heard or seen anything to contact Detective Jeff Kay (805) 385-8174. Also, 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 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.