The Oxnard Police Department is currently on-scene assisting the California Highway Patrol with a traffic collision investigation at the intersection of Rice Ave and Channel Islands Blvd. There may be intermittent road closures in this area. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes.
NEWS RELEASE
DATE: June 7, 2020 (9:00 PM)
SUBJECT: Man arrested on stolen vehicle for fourth time in nine months
LOCATION: 5100 Block of Cypress Road
VICTIM: Undisclosed
SUSPECT: Marco Anthony Cerda, age 21, Oxnard resident
VEHICLE: 2004 Chevrolet Impala
CONTACT: Robin, Whitney, Commander
(805) 385-7771 | [email protected]
On June 7, 2020, at about 9:00 PM, officers from the Special Enforcement Unit (SEU) were on patrol in the area of Pleasant Valley and Cypress Roads when they observed a vehicle traveling in front of them without a rear license plate. The driver of the vehicle immediately pulled into a random driveway in the 5100 block of Cypress Road. SEU officers contacted three occupants inside the vehicle. The driver, identified as Marco Anthony Cerda (age 21), was detained after he walked away from the vehicle and dropped a key. Officers checked the Vehicle Identification Number and determined the vehicle was stolen. Officers arrested Cerda for a felony charge of possesion of a stolen vehicle. A second occupant in the vehicle was arrested for three outstanding misdemeanor warrants.
Cerda has an extensive criminal history relating to stolen vehicles and is currently on probation for the same. Within the past nine months, Cerda has been arrested on four separate occasions for felony charges of being in possession of a stolen vehicle, including one less than a month ago, during the State of Emergency. However, in that case, Cerda was released on $0 bail pursuant to the California Judicial Council Zero Bail Order from April 6th, which applies to most misdemeanors and some low level felony crimes.
Given Cerda’s significant criminal history related to stolen vehicles, in addition to his recent criminal activity which shows no signs of being deterred, officers completed a Declaration in Support of Exception to Emergency Bail, in an attempt to keep Cerda in custody.
Since the State of Emergency was imposed March 19, 2020, the city has seen a significant increase in stolen vehicles. From January 18, 2020, to March 19, 2020 (pre-COVID-19), there were 80 reported stolen vehicles in the City of Oxnard. From March 20, 2020, to May 20, 2020 (COVID-19 stay at home period), there were 193 reported stolen vehicles in the City of Oxnard, a 141% increase.
To reduce the number of stolen vehicles, residents are encouraged to lock their vehicles, activate vehicle alarms, use theft prevention devices such a steering wheel locks, never leave the keys inside a vehicle, or leave a vehicle running and unattended.
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.
NEWS RELEASE
DATE: June 4, 6:00 P.M.
SUBJECT: Gang Member / Prohibited Person Arrested for Felony Evading, Firearms, and Arson
LOCATION: 1101 Ventura Blvd., Oxnard, CA
CONTACT: Martin Cook, Sergeant
(805) 385-7600 | [email protected]
On 05-20-20, Officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to the 200 block of Plum Place reference a fire to a residence. Officers located a gas can next to the point of origin of the fire and determined an arson had occurred. It was determined that Salvador Pena Martinez (39yrs) was the suspect of committing the arson.
On June 4, at approximately 6:00 p.m., Officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit (gang unit), in conjunction with the Oxnard Police Department Property Crimes Unit and Police K-9, were able to locate Martinez reference the arson. Special Enforcement Units attempted to conduct a traffic stop with Martinez as he drove a white Toyota Tacoma through the area of Ventura Blvd and Auto Center Drive in the City of Oxnard. Immediately Martinez failed to yield and a vehicle pursuit ensued. Martinez eventually entered the Royal Duke Mobile Estates Park, and fled from his vehicle. As Martinez fled from his vehicle, it collided with a chain-link fence. Martinez fled on foot for a short distance, but was apprehended by officers after a short struggle and arrested for arson and evading.
During a search of Martinez’ vehicle, a loaded .380 caliber semi-automatic handgun was located. Martinez is also a prohibited person from possession of firearms or ammunition due to prior felony convictions. Martinez is a known criminal street gang member within the City of Oxnard and was out on bail for other felony offences at the time of this arrest.
Martinez was arrested for multiple firearms violations, evading and arson.
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: June 4, 2020 / 2300 hours
NEWS RELEASE
DATE: June 04, 2020, 1:00 AM
SUBJECT: Man arrested for possessing a firearm and narcotic sales
LOCATION: 4700 block of South “J” St
SUSPECT: Hector Gutierrez, age 28, Oxnard resident
CONTACT: Scott Coe, Sergeant
(805) 385-7771 | [email protected]
On June 4th, 2020, at around 1:00 AM, Oxnard Police Officers conducted a traffic stop on a 2006 Audi for a vehicle code violation in the 4700 block of South “J” St. The driver, Hector Gutierrez, was on active probation with various search terms. During a search of the vehicle, officers located an unloaded 9mm semiautomatic handgun in the trunk. Officers also located a high capacity magazine, live ammunition, narcotics and a large sum of money.
Gutierrez has previously been convicted of a felony and is prohibited from possessing firearms. The firearm located in his vehicle was not registered to him. Gutierrez was arrested for numerous felony charges related to firearm, ammunition and high capacity magazine possession and narcotic sales.
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.
Please see attached news release.
Thank you,
Paul
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NEWS RELEASE
DATE: June 3, 2020, 7:40 p.m.
SUBJECT: Missing Dependent Adult
LOCATION: 1900 Block Camino Del Sol, Oxnard
VICTIM: Maria Luisa De La Cerda, 78 years old
CONTACT: Mike Gregson, Sergeant
(805) 385-7600 | [email protected]
The Oxnard Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing dependent adult. Maria Luisa De La Cerda, a 78 year old female, was reported missing from her residence in the 1900 block of Camino Del Sol in Oxnard at about 5:00 PM. Raya is described as a Hispanic, female, 5’3”, 140 pounds, gray hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a pink jacket, pink pants, and white shoes.
It is not known where Raya may have been headed. If you see her, please call the Oxnard Police Department dispatch center at (805) 385-7740
Maria Luisa De La Cerda has been located and safely reunited with her family.
Thank you.
On Thu, Jun 4, 2020 at 12:42 AM Gregson, Mike <[email protected]> wrote:
NEWS RELEASE
DATE: June 3, 2020, 7:40 p.m.
SUBJECT: Missing Dependent Adult
LOCATION: 1900 Block Camino Del Sol, Oxnard
VICTIM: Maria Luisa De La Cerda, 78 years old
CONTACT: Mike Gregson, Sergeant
(805) 385-7600 | [email protected]
The Oxnard Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing dependent adult. Maria Luisa De La Cerda, a 78 year old female, was reported missing from her residence in the 1900 block of Camino Del Sol in Oxnard at about 5:00 PM. Raya is described as a Hispanic, female, 5’3”, 140 pounds, gray hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a pink jacket, pink pants, and white shoes.
It is not known where Raya may have been headed. If you see her, please call the Oxnard Police Department dispatch center at (805) 385-7740
NEWS RELEASE
DATE: June 03, 2020, 3:00 AM
SUBJECT: Oxnard man arrested for possessing a loaded firearm and narcotics
LOCATION: 3200 Block Saviers Road
SUSPECT: Alberto Guillermo Flores, age 27, Oxnard resident
CONTACT: Scott Coe, Sergeant
(805) 385-7771 | [email protected]
On June 3rd, 2020, at around 3:00 AM, Oxnard Police Officers conducted a traffic stop on a 2018 Toyota Camry for a vehicle code violation in the 3200 block of Saviers Road. The driver, Alberto Guillermo Flores, was found to be in possession of a controlled substance. During a search of Flores’ vehicle, officers located a loaded 9mm semiautomatic handgun on the floor board.
Flores was the sole occupant of the vehicle and was arrested without incident for several felony firearm and narcotic related charges.
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.
NEWS RELEASE
DATE: May 30, 2020, 10:20 P.M.
SUBJECT: Robbery and Attempt Carjacking Arrest
LOCATION: 2800 block Saviers Road, Oxnard, CA
SUSPECT: Jonathan Martinez, 21-year-old Oxnard resident
CONTACT: Kevin Baysinger, Commander
(805) 385-7600
On the above date and time, officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to the 2800 block of Saviers Road regarding a robbery with a handgun. Once on scene, officers contacted the victim, who said that he had noticed a subject attempting to take his bicycle that was locked outside of a business. The victim confronted the suspect, who produced a handgun and told the victim to unlock his bike. The victim, fearing for his safety, unlocked his bicycle and the suspect fled on the bike. The suspect was described as a Hispanic male, approximately 25 years old, wearing a gray sweatshirt and black pants.
Officers were also contacted by a second victim in the area, who claimed that a suspect attempted to take his vehicle. As the victim was seated in his vehicle, the suspect approached the victim at the driver’s side window, and told the victim to get out of of the car as he held the handle of a firearm. The victim was able to drive away from the suspect. The victim gave a similar description of the suspect that matched the description of the robbery suspect.
Officers patrolling the area observed a subject matching the suspect’s description who was riding a bicycle similar to the victim’s bicycle in the area of Pleasant Valley Road and Squires Drive. Officers contacted and detained this subject, who was positively identified by both victims. The suspect, Martinez, was also found to be in possession of a black BB gun. Martinez was arrested for robbery and attempt carjacking.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600. 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.
DATE / TIME COMPLETED: 5/31/20@1:55AM
NEWS RELEASE
DATE: May 29, 2020
SUBJECT: Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operation
CONTACT: Jose Diaz, Senior Officer
(805) 385-7749 | [email protected]
Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Operation Planned for May 31st
The Oxnard Police Department will conduct a bicycle and pedestrian safety enforcement operation on May 31, 2020, between 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. aimed at keeping people who need to go out to exercise or run essential errands safe.
While the COVID-19 pandemic is requiring residents to stay home as much as possible, the Oxnard Police Department recognizes the need to protect the public by looking for violations made by bicyclists, drivers, and pedestrians that make roads unsafe.
These violations include drivers speeding, making illegal turns, failing to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks, failing to stop for signs and signals, or any other traffic violation. Officers will also look for pedestrians who cross the street illegally or fail to yield to drivers who have the right of way. Bike riders will be stopped when riding on the wrong side of the road, not complying with stop signs and signals, or other violations of the same traffic laws that apply to them as drivers.
To keep you and your family safe, the Oxnard Police Department offers the following tips when out biking, driving, or walking:
PEDESTRIANS
· Only 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 when walking 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.
Everyone who is out is reminded to practice physical distancing measures, when feasible, staying at least six feet away from others.
Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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