NEWS RELEASE

 

DATE:           November 12, 2020

SUBJECT:    Traffic Safety Operation

CONTACT:   Jose Diaz, Senior Traffic Officer

                        (805) 385-7749 | [email protected]

Traffic Safety Operation Planned for Sunday, November 15, 2020

 

The Oxnard Police Department will be holding a traffic safety enforcement operation on Sunday, November 15. 2020 from 4:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. focused on violations that put other people on the road at risk.

 

These violations include speeding, failure to yield, failure to stop for signs and signals, illegal turns, pedestrians who cross the street illegally, or bike riders not complying with stop signs and signals.

 

To keep you and your family safe, the Oxnard Police Department offers the following tips when out biking, driving or walking:

 

PEDESTRIANS

·         Try to cross at marked crosswalks or intersections with a stop sign or signal.

·         Look for cars backing up. Avoid going between parked cars.

·         Make eye contact with drivers. Don’t assume they see you.

·         Wear bright clothing during the day and use a flashlight at night.

DRIVERS

·         Wait for pedestrians to cross the street. Be courteous and patient.

·         Stay off the phone.

·         Follow the speed limit.

·         Look for pedestrians when backing up or turning.

BICYCLISTS

·         Always wear a helmet. Helmets are required by law for anyone under 18.

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

 

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:           November 7, 2020

SUBJECT:    Firearms Arrests

SUSPECTS: Nickolas Munoz, 18 year old Oxnard resident

                      Michael Macias, 18 year old Oxnard resident

LOCATION:  Fifth Street and “D” Street, Oxnard

CONTACT:   Kevin Baysinger, Commander

                     (805) 385-7746 | [email protected]

 

On November 7, 2020, at approximately 2:45 PM, officers from the Oxnard Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a white Nissan Sentra for a vehicle code violation at the above location. A subject in the vehicle was found to be on probation with search terms.  During a search, a loaded concealed firearm was located on one of the passengers, Nickolas Munoz. The firearm was also determined to have been stolen.  Munoz was arrested for multiple firearms violations, as well as receiving stolen property. 

 

A second loaded firearm was located in the immediate vicinity of the right front passenger, Macias.  Macias was also found to be in possession of a controlled substance.  Macias was arrested for multiple firearms violations, including possession of a controlled substance with a firearm. 

 

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:  November 7^th, 2020 / 8:30PM

DATE:            November 7, 2020 at 3:36 a.m.

SUBJECT:   Carjacking and Pursuit Leads to Arrest of 17-Year-Old Suspect

LOCATION:  Oxnard Boulevard and Magnolia Avenue

SUSPECT:   Name withheld, 17-year-old male

VEHICLE:     Gray, 2018 Audi Q5

CONTACT:   Brian Woolley, Sergeant

                        (805) 385-7771 | [email protected]

 

On November 7, 2020, at 3:36 a.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to the strip mall parking lot located at the intersection of Oxnard Boulevard and Magnolia Avenue in reference to a carjacking with a handgun that just occurred.  The stolen vehicle was described as a gray, 2018 Audi Q5 that fled the scene driven by the 17-year-old male suspect. 

Within one minute of the incident, responding officers located the Audi traveling at a high rate of speed a short distance away.  Officers pursued the vehicle for less than one minute because it collided with three parked vehicles near the intersection of Colonia Road and Harrison Avenue.  The suspect ran from the stolen vehicle but was apprehended by officers after a brief foot chase.  The suspect discarded a black, replica handgun (bb gun without orange markings) as he was running and it was recovered from the scene. 

During the investigation, officers discovered that the same suspect attempted to carjack another vehicle from a victim in the same parking lot but was unsuccessful when that victim ran away.

The suspect is currently on probation in Ventura County from previous crimes of robbery, stolen property and possession of weapons.  He was booked into the Ventura County Juvenile Hall on charges of carjacking, attempted carjacking and fleeing the scene of the collision. 

NEWS RELEASE

 

DATE:            November 3, 2020, 3:55 P.M.

SUBJECT:   Stabbing Victim

LOCATION:  Victoria Ave south of Gonzales Road, Oxnard, CA

CONTACT:   John Brisslinger, Detective        

(805) 486-6297                                

[email protected]          

 

 

On November 3, 2020 at 3:55 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to Victoria Avenue and Gonzales Road regarding a stabbing that resulted from a road rage incident. When officers arrived, they located a 28-year-old male suffering from multiple stab wounds. The stabbing victim identified Patrick Bradford, a 43-year-old Oxnard resident, as the person who stabbed him. Bradford remained at the scene and was taken into custody.

The victim was transported to Ventura County Medical Center (VCMC) and was listed in stable condition. Investigators responded and interviewed the involved parties. Bradford was later booked for assault with a deadly weapon.

The investigation is ongoing and investigators are asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident to contact Detective John Brisslinger at 805-486-6297 or email him at [email protected]. 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:           November 5, 2020

SUBJECT:    Motorcycle Safety Enforcement

LOCATION:  City of Oxnard

CONTACT:   Jose Diaz, Senior Traffic Officer

                                    (805) 385-7749 | [email protected]

 

The Oxnard Police Department will be conducting motorcycle safety enforcement

 

The Oxnard Police Department will have extra officers out on patrol on November 8, 2020, between 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. looking for violations made by drivers and motorcyclists that increase the risk of crashes.

 

With nearly 900,000 registered motorcycles in the state, many road users are going places without the same protections as drivers. Motorcycle riders are 28 times more likely to die in a crash than vehicle occupants.

 

To help protect you and your family, keep the following tips in mind while driving or riding:

 

Drivers

 

·         Always check twice for motorcycles in your mirrors and blind spots.

·         Use your signal when changing lanes.

·         Never follow a motorcycle too closely. Always keep a safe distance.

·         When at an intersection, allow enough space before turning.

Motorcyclists:

·         Always wear a DOT-compliant helmet and protective gear like gloves and leather clothing.

·         Consider adding reflective tape to your clothing to make it easier for other drivers to see you.

·         Keep your lights on at all times, even during the day.

·         Don’t assume drivers see you: signal well in advance before changing lanes and watch for turning vehicles.

·         Although lane splitting is legal, the practice is not encouraged at high speeds in free-flowing traffic or between large vehicles like big rigs and motor homes.

 

The state’s stay-at-home order requires residents to stay at home and only go out to run essential errands or exercise. When out, please remember to practice physical distancing measures when feasible, staying at least six feet apart from others.

 

During these trying times, the safety of the community remains our top priority, and the Oxnard Police Department recognizes the need to protect the public by looking for violations made by drivers and riders that put the public at further risk.

Funding for motorcycle safety enforcement operations are provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

NEWS RELEASE

 

DATE:           October 30, 9:21 P.M.

SUBJECT:    Oxnard resident arrested for firearm possession

LOCATION:  500 block of West Channel Islands Blvd

CONTACT:   Jose Velazquez, Senior Officer

                      (805) 385-7600 | [email protected]

 

 

On October 30, at approximately 9:21 p.m., Officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit (gang unit), in conjunction with patrol officers, conducted a traffic stop on a white Toyota Camry for a traffic violation.  Officers contacted the driver, identified as Sebastian Castillo (18 years), in the vehicle. Sebastian was in the company of three additional occupants, all known criminal street gang members within the city of Oxnard.

 

Castillo consented to a search of the vehicle. During the search, officers located a loaded 9mm Glock 19 semi-automatic handgun hidden in the engine compartment. The firearm was also found to not be registered to Castillo or any of the occupants. Castillo was arrested for various firearms related violations.

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:           October 30, 9:21 P.M.

SUBJECT:    Oxnard resident arrested for firearm possession

LOCATION:  500 block of West Channel Islands Blvd

CONTACT:   Jose Velazquez, Senior Officer

                      (805) 385-7600 | [email protected]

 

 

On October 30, at approximately 9:21 p.m., Officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit (gang unit), in conjunction with patrol officers, conducted a traffic stop on a white Toyota Camry for a traffic violation.  Officers contacted the driver, identified as Sebastian Castillo (18 years), in the vehicle. Sebastian was in the company of three additional occupants, all known criminal street gang members within the city of Oxnard.

 

Castillo consented to a search of the vehicle. During the search, officers located a loaded 9mm Glock 19 semi-automatic handgun hidden in the engine compartment. The firearm was also found to not be registered to Castillo or any of the occupants. Castillo was arrested for various firearms related violations.

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:           October 30, 9:21 P.M.

SUBJECT:    Oxnard resident arrested for firearm possession

LOCATION:  500 block of West Channel Islands Blvd

CONTACT:   Jose Velazquez, Senior Officer

                      (805) 385-7600 | [email protected]

 

 

On October 30, at approximately 9:21 p.m., Officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit (gang unit), in conjunction with patrol officers, conducted a traffic stop on a white Toyota Camry for a traffic violation.  Officers contacted the driver, identified as Sebastian Castillo (18 years), in the vehicle. Sebastian was in the company of three additional occupants, all known criminal street gang members within the city of Oxnard.

 

Castillo consented to a search of the vehicle. During the search, officers located a loaded 9mm Glock 19 semi-automatic handgun hidden in the engine compartment. The firearm was also found to not be registered to Castillo or any of the occupants. Castillo was arrested for various firearms related violations.

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.