NEWS RELEASE
DATE: September 11, 2020, 1:55 p.m.
SUBJECT: Narcotics Sales Arrest
SUSPECTS: Jose Zavala, 45 year old Oxnard resident
Mario Torralva, 37 year old Oxnard Resident
LOCATION: 1900 block of San Gorgonio Avenue
CONTACT: Brandon Ordelheide, Sergeant
805-256-5121, Brandon.Ordelheide@oxnardpd.org
On September 11, 2020, the Oxnard Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) and the Ventura Street Crimes Narcotics Unit (SCU) concluded a narcotics sales investigation regarding Jose Zavala, a 45 year old Oxnard resident, and Mario Torralva, 37 year old Oxnard resident, selling Methamphetamine in the Rose Park Neighborhood in the City of Oxnard. During the investigation, Detectives authored and obtained a search warrant for Zavala, Torralva, and the residence. With the assistance of Oxnard Patrol Officers, DEU and SCU Detectives conducted a traffic stop on Zavala and served a search warrant at the residence. Officer located three bags containing Methamphetamine and a large quantity of US Currency on his person at the traffic stop.
DEU and SCU Detectives contacted Torralva in front of the residence and found him in possession of six bags of Methamphetamine and US Currency consistent with street sales of Methamphetamine. During a search of the residence, detectives located 32 more bags of methamphetamine, a scale, packaging material, and US Currency consistent with street level drug sales. Zavala was charged with possession for sales of Methamphetamine and transportation of Methamphetamine, both felonies. Torralva was charged with possession for sales of Methamphetamine, a felony.
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: September 14, 2020, 7:50 P.M.
SUBJECT: Parolee Arrested for Felony Evading and Hit and Run with Injury
LOCATION: Cedar St. at Ventura Rd., Oxnard
SUSPECTS: Alexis Sandoval, 26-year-old Port Hueneme resident
Daniella Arbizu, 25-year-old Oxnard resident
CONTACT: Christopher Williams, Commander
(805) 207-7234 | christopher.williams@Oxnardpd.org
On September 14, at approximately 7:50 p.m. officers from the Oxnard Special Enforcement Unit (Gang Unit) attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a vehicle for a traffic infraction. The driver, identified as Alexis Sandoval, failed to yield and a pursuit ensued. The pursuing officer cancelled the pursuit as Sandoval began to drive with a willful and wanton disregard for the safety of others.
After discontinuing the pursuit, the officer checked westbound Wooley Rd. and located Sandoval running south across Wooley Rd. The officer observed that the vehicle Sandoval was driving appeared to have collided with the western curb of Novato just north of Wooley Rd. Sandoval was ultimately apprehended in the 1100 blk. of Novato.
A female passenger, identified as Daniella Arbizu, was also observed fleeing from the vehicle Sandoval was driving. She was located in the 1000 blk of Novato and arrested for a felony warrant for child abuse. Sandoval and Arbizu stated they both suffered injuries from the traffic collision. Sandoval was charged with felony evading, hit and run causing injury, and a parole violation. Sandoval is on parole for assault with a deadly weapon.
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: September 14, 0015 / 2130 hours
NEWS RELEASE
DATE: September 10, 2020, 3:50 p.m.
SUBJECT: Narcotics Sales Arrest
SUSPECTS: Gabriel Fernandez, 23 year old Oxnard resident
LOCATION: 3600 block of Regatta Place
CONTACT: Brandon Ordelheide, Sergeant
805-256-5121, Brandon.Ordelheide@oxnardpd.org
On September 9, 2020, the Oxnard Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded a narcotics sales investigation regarding Gabriel Fernandez, a 23 year old Oxnard resident, selling Fentanyl in the City of Oxnard. During the investigation, Detectives authored and obtained a search warrant for Fernandez and his residence. With the assistance of Oxnard Patrol Officers, DEU Detectives conducted a traffic stop on Fernandez and served a search warrant at his residence. Officer located two bags containing fentanyl on his person at the traffic stop.
During a search of Fernandez’ residence, detectives located Fentanyl, scales, and US Currency consistent with street level drug sales. The amount of Fentanyl located in Fernandez’ possession could have caused over 7,000 potentially fatal overdoses. Fernandez was charged with possession for sales of Fentanyl and transportation of Fentanyl, both felonies. Fernandez was booked into jail with a bail request of $350,000. Additionally, Detectives seized a large quantity of dangerous mortar fireworks.
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.
DATE: September 12, 2020, 6:50 p.m.
SUBJECT: Narcotics Sales and Firearm Arrest
SUSPECTS: Christian Perez, 29 year old Oxnard resident
LOCATION: 500 Block of West Channel Islands Boulevard, Oxnard
CONTACT: Brandon Ordelheide, Sergeant
805-256-5121, Brandon.Ordelheide@oxnardpd.org
On September 12, 2020, the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit (SEU) and detectives with the Oxnard Police Department Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) concluded a narcotics sales investigation regarding Christian Perez, a 29 year old Oxnard resident, suspected of selling Methamphetamine throughout the City of Oxnard. During the investigation, Detectives authored and obtained a search warrant for Perez as well as his residence. With the assistance of the Oxnard Police Department K-9 Unit, SEU officers conducted a traffic stop on Perez and served a search warrant at his residence. Officers located numerous bags containing Methamphetamine for sales, as well as numerous containers of illegal prescription medication, also for sales, and heroin. A shotgun and a loaded handgun, as well as numerous rounds of ammunition were also located at the residence. Perez was charged with possession for sales of Methamphetamine, possession for sales of Xanax, transportation of Xanax for sales, and felon in possession of firearms, all felonies.
Perez was arrested without incident and is currently being held at the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department, Pre-Trial Detention Center, in lieu of his bail, which was set at $350,000.
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: September 5th, 2020
SUBJECT: Gang member arrested for Firearm
LOCATION: 900 Block of East Second Street
CONTACT: Jose Velazquez, Senior Officer
(805) 385-3290 | jose.velazquez@oxnardpd.org
On September 5th, 2020, at approximately 4:30 PM, officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit (gang unit) conducted a traffic stop on a white Dodge Charger for a vehicle code violation in the 900 block of E. Second St. A subject in the vehicle was found to be on probation with search terms. During a search, a loaded concealed and unregistered firearm was located in the vicinity of a 17 year old documented gang member. That juvenile was arrested for multiple felony firearms violations. The adult driver, Jose Reyes (23 years old) was arrested for allowing a passenger to have a firearm in the vehicle. A third passenger was also arrested for a separate offense.
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.
DATE / TIME PREPARED: September 5th, 2020 / 2310 hours
Traffic at the intersection of Oxnard Boulevard and Gonzales Road will be heavily impacted while cleanup is done for a single-vehicle non-injury accident. Please use alternate routes.
Oxnard beaches to remain open but parking will be limited and residents are reminded to adhere to the County Health Order
As we look ahead to this Labor Day weekend, the Oxnard Police Department would like residents to know that our beaches are open, however all safety guidelines in our current County Health Order must be observed. Please gather only with members of the same household and follow social distancing guidelines at all times. "No Parking" signs will be posted in residential neighborhoods to prevent overcrowding. We appreciate all care and efforts made to stop the spread and keep our community safe. Please observe Labor Day responsibly.
Prepared by: Assistant Chief Eric S. Sonstegard
News Release Date: September 4, 2020
Media Follow-Up Contact: Eric S. Sonstegard, Assistant Police Chief
eric.sonstegard@oxnardpd.org / (805) 990-1079
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NEWS RELEASE
DATE: September 4th, 2020
SUBJECT: Gang Member Arrested for Firearm Possession
LOCATION: 2900 Block of South Rose Avenue
CONTACT: Jose Velazquez, Senior Officer
(805) 385-3290 | jose.velazquez@oxnardpd.org
On September 4th, 2020, at approximately 6:30 PM, officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit (gang unit) conducted a traffic stop on a black Jeep Grand Cherokee for a vehicle code violation in the 2900 block of South Rose Avenue. The driver, David Gasca (24 yrs.), was contacted in the vehicle. Gasca is a known criminal street gang member within the City of Oxnard and on probation with search terms.
Pursuant to Gasca’s search terms, officers searched the vehicle and located a loaded .380 semi-automatic handgun concealed within the vehicle. Additional rounds of ammunition were located as well. A records check revealed the firearm as stolen in the City of Port Hueneme. Gasca was arrested for numerous felony 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.
DATE / TIME PREPARED: September 4th, 2020 / 2140 hours
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