OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Child Annoying Sexual Battery Distribution of harmful matter to a minor
DATE/TIME:	1/20/2016 1:30 p.m.
LOCATION:	1500 Block of Helm Drive, Oxnard, CA
VICTIM(S):	16 year old female – name withheld
SUSPECT(S):	John Milton Jackson, 39 year old, Oxnard Resident
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	N/A
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Sharon Giles, Sexual Assault & Family Protection Unit [email protected] (805) 385-7620
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Detective Juanita Suarez, Sexual Assault & Family Protection Unit [email protected] (805)385-7759

DETAILS:

On 10/23/2015 the Oxnard Police Department responded to a local high school regarding a foreign exchange student disclosing that she was touched inappropriately by her host parent, John Milton Jackson. The minor female victim began living with the host family in September 2015. Detectives from the Oxnard Police Department’s Family Protection Unit (FPU) initiated an investigation into the allegations. After several months of investigating the allegations, Jackson was arrested at his place of business in the City of Oxnard for child annoying, sexual battery, and sending harmful matter to a minor. He was booked at the Oxnard Police Department jail, where he later posted bail. His bail was set at $20,000.

Investigators learned during their investigation that John Jackson was employed as the Area Coordinator with ASSE International Student Exchange Programs at the time of the reported incidents. Investigators also learned that John Jackson has worked for other student exchange programs in the past, thus, believing there may be other victims that have not come forward regarding similar incidents. The FPU is asking the public to come forward if they have information that can assist them in their on-going investigation.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you may call the violent crimes hotline at (805) 982-7070 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx to submit a tip via text or email.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: January 21, 2016 6:00 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Motorcycle Safety Enforcement Operation
DATE/TIME:	February 07, 2016 / 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
PREPARED BY:	Jamie Brown, Traffic Coordinator (805) 385-7749 [email protected]
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Jamie Brown, Traffic Coordinator (805) 385-7749 [email protected]

DETAILS:

On Sunday, February 07, 2016, between 12:00 p.m. and 4 p.m., the Oxnard Police Department conducted a Motorcycle Safety Enforcement Operation throughout the city limits. During the operation, officers issued 16 citations for various motorcycle violations, 29 citations for various vehicle violations, and arrested one person who had an outstanding misdemeanor warrant.

The Oxnard Police Department wants to make everyone aware of the precautions that can be taken to reduce the number and severity of collisions involving motorcyclists. Motorcyclists are reminded to use proper lanes positioning, match your speed to traffic around you, and to wear an approved D.O.T. helmet. Drivers are reminded to look twice for motorcyclists when turning or entering the roadway.

The Oxnard Police Department will continue to conduct these types of enforcement operations this year to make our roadways and community safer. These operations are funded by grants from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: February 07, 2016 / 9:00 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Attempt Robbery / Attempt Homicide
DATE/TIME:	February 23, 2009 9:50 PM
LOCATION:	Intersection of Charles and Chester, Oxnard
VICTIM/S:	36 year-old, Oxnard resident 32 year-old Oxnard resident
SUSPECT/S:	2 Hispanic male adults wearing dark clothing.
WITNESS/ES:	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE:	N/A
LOSS:	None
PREPARED BY:	Violent Crimes Sergeant Terry Burr

DETAILS:

On 2-23-09 at 9:50 PM Officers responded to a call of a shooting victim in the area of Charles and Chester. Upon officers arrival they located the victim that had sustained a gunshot wound. The victim was rushed to St. John’s Regional Medical Center where he was moved into surgery and is listed in serious but stable condition.

Investigators learned that one victim was confronted in the street by two suspects’ that attempted to rob him of his property. When the second victim came to his aid he was shot by the suspect. The suspect’s fled the area prior to officer’s arrival. The suspect’s did not get any property from the attack.

Due to the serious nature of this incident investigators are requesting any information on the attack please contact Detective Baldwin at (805) 385-7688 or the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070

An investigation is continuing.

DATE: 2/24/2009

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Homicide (Shooting)
DATE/TIME:	February 23, 2009 8:15 PM
LOCATION:	1300 Block of Saviers Rd
VICTIM/S:	22 year-old Oxnard resident
SUSPECT/S:	Hispanic male, 17 yrs, 5’5” thin build
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Jim Seitz, Homicide Supervisor

DETAILS:

On 2-23-09 at 8:15 hours officers responded to St John’s Regional Medical Center after receiving a call of a shooting victim that arrived by private vehicle. Upon the officer’s arrival, they were told that the incident occurred in the alley of the 1300 block of Saviers Rd. Detectives were told that a verbal confrontation took place in the area of Hill St. and Benton Way. The confrontation continued to the 1300 block of Saviers Rd. The victim was confronted by one suspect armed with a baseball bat and a second subject who was in possession of a handgun. The suspect with the handgun shot the victim and fled from the area on foot.

The victim was taken to a local area hospital by family members where he underwent emergency surgery. The victim died a short time after coming out of the surgery. The name of the victim is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

Anyone with information relating to this crime is asked to call Detective Jeff Kay at 385-8174 or leave a message on the violent crimes hotline at 982-7070

An investigation is continuing.

DATE: 2-24-08

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

Oxnard Police Chief John Crombach and District Attorney Gregory Totten announced today that detectives are making significant progress in the investigation into the August 27th killing of Oxnard resident David Laut. Evidence collected by Oxnard police investigators indicates that Mr. Laut was not the victim of random violence by a prowler. Investigators are pursuing several leads and are confident that an arrest will be made in the case. Mr. Laut (DOB 12-21-56) was serving as the Hueneme High School athletic director at the time he was killed.

While we understand there is a great deal of interest in this case – it is important to note that there will be no further information about the case released at this time. We respectfully ask that the community understand that this investigation is at a very sensitive point right now, and be patient with us as this case proceeds to an arrest.

David Keith

Oxnard PD PIO

John Crombach
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Homicide/ Suspect Arrested
DATE/TIME:	02/16/10 1745 hours
LOCATION:	300 Block Cooper Rd
VICTIM(S):	Name with-held/ Identity pending
SUSPECT(S):	Salvador Medina Tena / 54 years / Oxnard
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Jim Seitz, Homicide Supervisor
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	[email protected]

DETAILS:

A 65 year old Oxnard man died this morning from complications due to a stab wound sustained yesterday evening. On 2/16/10 at approximately 5:46 pm, officers responded to a call of a stabbing victim in the 300 block of Cooper Rd. The victim who has not been positively identified was transported to a local hospital where he underwent emergency surgery. The victim subsequently succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at 5:40 am today.

During the investigation, Detectives were successful in identifying the suspect responsible for the stabbing. The suspect was identified as 54 year old Salvador Medina Tena of Oxnard. On 2-17-10 at 1130 hours, officers spotted Tena walking in the 300 block of East 5th St. The suspect was contacted and taken into custody without incident. Apparently the suspect and the victim were involved in a verbal altercation prior to the stabbing taking place. The victim was able to walk into a nearby business and ask for help after having been stabbed.

Tena was arrested on murder charges. The identity of the victim is pending. His name will be released once the identity is confirmed and next-of-kin have been notified.

John Crombach
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Robbery
DATE/TIME:	06/14/10, 1930 hrs
LOCATION:	800 Block of W. Wooley Rd.
VICTIM(S):	32 year old Oxnard resident (name withheld)
SUSPECT(S):	Hispanic, Male, 22 years, 5-7, 190 lbs
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:	Wallet containing currency and misc. identification
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Robin Whitney
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Chip Buttell 385- 7665

DETAILS:

The victim reported that, on 06/14/10, at approximately 1930 hours, he was walking in the parking lot in the 800 block of W. Wooley Rd. He was confronted by a Hispanic male suspect in possession of a handgun. The suspect demanded the victim’s cellular phone and wallet. After receiving the property, the suspect fled on foot southbound on G Street.

An investigation is continuing.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Chip Buttell at 385-7665 or Ventura County Crimestoppers at 385-8255.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 06/15/10, 0507 hrs

John Crombach
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Man Arrested for Grand Theft from Vehicle
DATE/TIME:	07-13-2010 at 1046 hours
LOCATION:	1900 block of El Cajon Court, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Leonel Perez Hernandez, 25 years, of Port Hueneme
LOSS:	Personal property recovered
PREPARED BY:	Officer Larry Eklund

DETAILS:

At 10:46 a.m. this morning, Oxnard police received an emergency call of a fight in progress. The reporting party told Oxnard police and fire dispatchers that a burglary suspect was fighting with the apparent victim in the 1900 block of El Cajon Court. Officers were sent to the location with lights and siren.

Upon arrival, officers locate two men in a front yard on El Cajon Court. The victim, whose name is being withheld by police, had subdued the suspect after he had stolen nearly a thousand dollars of property from his parked pick-up truck.

The victim told Oxnard police he was in the shower when he heard his doorbell ring. A short time later, he observed the suspect removing property from his unlocked pick-up truck in the driveway. The suspect confronted the victim in the front yard. A short struggle ensued. The suspect was quickly subdued by the victim—a gentleman with extensive experience in the martial arts.

Hernandez reportedly lost consciousness during the altercation with the victim. After being medically cleared at Ventura County Medical Center, he was booked into the Ventura County Jail for grand theft, possession of burglar tools (altered vehicle keys), and violation of probation (prior property crimes). His bail was set at $20,000.

An investigation is continuing.

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Two crime prevention tips related to this story:

(1) DOOR-TO-DOOR VENDORS. Residents are urged to keep an eye out for people going door-to-door and to report any such persons to the police. A common ploy of thieves is to ring doorbells to see if anyone is home. With no answer, burglary or thefts typically follow. Reporting so-called “door-to-door solicitors” is also recommended as thieves will always have a cover story to offer if someone answers the door.

(2) HELP PREVENT VEHICLE CRIMES! Like our crime prevention sign below says: Keep your car doors locked and secure valuables. Most vehicle crimes occur because cars are unsecured and/or valuable property is left in view.

John Crombach
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Six Arrested for Fighting at Party
DATE/TIME:	07-25-2010 at 2332 hours
LOCATION:	800 block of Cedar Court, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Jose Angel Zuniga, Jr., 23 years, of Oxnard Rafael Valenzuela Vasquez, 23 years, of Port Hueneme Oscar Vincent Puga, 20 years, of Oxnard Jesse Joseph Zuniga, 18 years, of Oxnard Javier Granados Rincon, 22 years, of Ventura Octavio Ruiz, 26 years, of Oxnard
LOSS:	Injuries to two adult males and one adult female. One of the males suffered facial injuries and required hospitalization. Names withheld by police.
PREPARED BY:	Detective Alex Arnett (805) 486-6297
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Alex Arnett (805) 486-6297

DETAILS:

On 07-25-2010 at 2332 hours, Oxnard police received numerous calls of a large fight in the 800 block of Cedar Court. The callers reported dozens of people fighting and throwing beer bottles, chairs and tables. Oxnard police arrived in two minutes and requested an additional two dozen police officers to deal with the crowd of 150 attending a baby shower in the courtyard of an apartment complex. Fire and ambulance were also dispatched to treat three injured victims.

Witnesses to the incident told police the party was uneventful until eight uninvited men entered the party and confronted several of the guests. The men verbally threatened the partygoers then launched an assault against some in the group using beer bottles, chairs, tables, and a baseball bat. One suspect (Puga) pulled out a folding knife and attempted to stab several persons in the crowd although no one was injured. As the group of men backed their way out of the party, another suspect (Rincon) displayed a handgun.

Witnesses pointed officers to a nearby apartment where the suspects fled. Officers detained six suspects at the location and all were identified by witnesses.

Detectives from the Oxnard police Violent Crimes Unit served a search warrant overnight on the apartment where the six suspects were located. Evidence related to the case was seized; the handgun is still outstanding.

All six suspects were arrested for felony assault with a deadly weapon and committing a crime in the furtherance of a criminal street gang. Suspect Ruiz was treated at a local hospital for facial injuries sustained in the fight. All suspects were booked into the Ventura County Jail; bail was set at $100,000 for each suspect.

An investigation is continuing.

John Crombach
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Robbery (Business) with a handgun
DATE/TIME:	9/1/2010 @ 2055 hours
LOCATION:	Warehouse Shoe Store, 2330 Saviers Rd. Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Warehouse Shoe Store
SUSPECT(S):	Hispanic male, 21 years, 5’-8”, 170 lbs., wearing a ski mask, a hooded sweatshirt and gloves
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Unknown
LOSS:	Cash/ Unknown amount
PREPARED BY:	Detective Steven F. Funk (805) 385-7796 or email: [email protected]
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Chip Buttell (805) 385-7665

DETAILS:

On 09/01/2010 at approximately 2055 hours, officers were dispatched to the Warehouse Shoe Store located at 2330 Saviers Rd. regarding an armed robbery. The suspect entered the store and immediately ordered all employees and customers to the ground.

The suspect pointed a handgun at the cashier and ordered him to hand over the money inside of the cash register. After obtaining an undisclosed amount of money the suspect fled eastbound from the store on foot. No injuries were reported.

If anyone has information about this incident they are asked to call Detective Charles Buttell at (805) 385-7665 or email him at [email protected]. If you would like to remain anonymous call the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS.

An investigation is continuing.