Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	16^th Annual Fireworks by the Sea at Channel Islands Harbor
DATE/TIME:	July 4^th, 2013 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
LOCATION:	Channel Islands Harbor, City of Oxnard






CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Jamie Brown, Traffic Coordinator (805) 385-7749

DETAILS:

On July 4th, the Channel Islands Harbor District will be hosting its 16th annual 4th of July event. The event will begin at 8:00 A.M. with a 10K & 5K Fun Run/Walk along Sunset Lane and Mandalay Beach Road. This will be followed by the July 4th Children’s Parade on Harbor Boulevard. The parade will begin at 10:30 A.M. and take place on south Harbor Boulevard between Cabezone Circle and Albacore Way. Harbor Boulevard will be closed to vehicular traffic during the parade. Motorists can use Sunset Lane or Ocean Drive as an alternate route.

Activities and entertainment are scheduled throughout the day at the Marina. Marine Emporium Landing will have activities between 10:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M., including live music, face painting, petting zoo, inflatable fun zone and a rock climbing wall. There will also be vendors with booths as well as a farmer’s market. This will be a family oriented event with fun for all. The event will end with a fireworks show that begins at 9:00 P.M.

No alcohol, fireworks, including safe and sane fireworks, or flare ignition will be tolerated. All of the involved law enforcement agencies will be conducting strict enforcement of all related offenses.

This event is expected to draw a large crowd and traffic delays are expected following the fireworks show. The Oxnard Police Department will be handling traffic control to expedite the flow of traffic surrounding the event site. Starting at 7:00 P.M., all intersections on Victoria Avenue and Harbor Boulevard from Fifth St. to the harbor area will be controlled by traffic officers. The Channel Islands Bridge is subject to closure prior to the Fireworks Display and will be closed after the Fireworks Display to facilitate the high traffic volume leaving the event.

In addition, the Oxnard Police Department would also like to notify the public that driving on any beach in the City of Oxnard is strictly prohibited. From 5:00 PM on July 3rd to Noon on July 5th, Arnold Road south of Hueneme Road will be closed to all vehicles with the exception of those who have legitimate business in that area or who are traveling to and from work. Parking violations on Arnold Road will also be strictly enforced.

If you live in the area of these roadways or intersections, we apologize for any inconvenience. The roads will be re-opened as soon as possible. These traffic flow modifications are taking place to assist in relieving the traffic congestion from this event in a timely and orderly fashion, with caution for pedestrians.

Please have a safe and enjoyable 4th of July holiday.

For any questions related to road closures or any of these events on July 4th, please contact Senior Officer Jamie Brown at (805) 385-7749 or via e-mail at jamie.brown@oxnardpd.org.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Independence Day Weekend Avoid DUI Campaign-Friday Update 2
DATE:	July 5, 2013
LOCATION:	Ventura County
PREPARED BY:	Senior Officer Maria Pena
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Maria Pena, (805) 385-7750, maria.pena@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

Avoid the 14 – Ventura County
DUI Campaign

PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release July 5, 2013

CONTACT: Maria Peña, Oxnard Police, 805-385-7750, maria.pena@oxnardpd.org

Independence Day Weekend AVOID DUI campaign – FRIDAY update 2

DUI Arrests Up & DUI Fatalities are the Same

The Independence Day Weekend Anti DUI crackdown is reporting a significant number of DUI arrests from local routine traffic enforcement and special Avoid the 14 DUI deployments in Ventura County.

From 12:01 AM Wednesday July 3, 2013 through Midnight Wednesday 4, 2013 officers representing 14 county law enforcement agencies have arrested 26 individuals for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Last year, 23 individuals were arrested during same the 48 hours. Last year there were no DUI deaths reported.
(**NOTE: These numbers are only provisional with some agencies yet to report**)

DUI arrest data collection will continue through midnight Sunday July 7, 2013. Law enforcement officials are continuing DUI efforts throughout the county and region. Additionally, CHP throughout the state have all available officers patrolling freeways and county roads throughout the weekend for their Maximum Enforcement period (MEP).

For Friday July 5^th, extra DUI Saturation Patrols will be deployed in the cities of Oxnard, Camarillo, Ventura, and Thousand Oaks. Police, Sheriff and the CHP encourage all motorists to help make your community safer: Report Drunk Drivers – Call 911. Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

MEDIA NOTE: Statistical data on the number of DUI arrests and DUI fatal crashes will be released from the previous day’s activities. The checkpoint locations will be available for media opportunities or ride-alongs each night.

Avoid programs, named for the number of police agencies in each county, also will concentrate crackdowns during the 18-Day August/Labor Day period. In recognition that summer season is among the deadliest time of the year, law enforcement agencies throughout the county will be making every effort to arrest drunk drivers before another life is lost.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

EVENT:	DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint
DATE/TIME:	Friday, July 26th, 2013 6:00 P.M. to 12:00 A.M.
LOCATION:	City of Oxnard
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Jamie Brown, Traffic Coordinator (805) 385-77549

DETAILS:

Oxnard, CA – Oxnard Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint on Friday, July 26th at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.

The deterrent effect of DUI checkpoints is a proven resource in reducing the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol or drug involved crashes. Research shows that crashes involving alcohol drop by an average of 20 percent when well-publicized checkpoints are conducted often enough.

Officers will be contacting drivers passing through the checkpoint looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment. Officers will also check drivers for proper licensing and will strive to delay motorists only momentarily. When possible, specially trained officers will be available to evaluate those suspected of drug-impaired driving. Drivers caught driving impaired can expect jail, license suspension, and insurance increases, as well as fines, fees, DUI classes, other expenses that can exceed $10,000.

In 2010, over 10,000 people were killed nationally in motor vehicle traffic crashes that involved at least one driver or motorcycle rider with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08% or higher. In California, this deadly crime led to 791 deaths because someone failed to designate a sober driver. “Over the course of the past three years, DUI collisions have claimed 6 lives and resulted in 641 injury crashes harming 381 of our friends and neighbors,” said Senior Officer Jamie Brown.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), checkpoints have provided the most effective documented results of any of the DUI enforcement strategies, while also yielding considerable cost savings of $6 for every $1 spent. Based on collision statistics and frequency of DUI arrests, DUI Checkpoints are placed in locations that have the greatest opportunity for achieving drunk and drugged driving deterrence. Locations are chosen with safety considerations for the officers and the public.

Funding for this checkpoint is provided to the Oxnard Police Department by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, reminding everyone to continue to work together to bring an end to these tragedies. If you see a Drunk Driver – Call 9-1-1.

MEDIA NOTES: To schedule an interview regarding the Oxnard Traffic Safety Operations, please contact Jamie Brown at 805-385-7749 or at Jamie.brown@oxnardpd.org

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Weapons and narcotics arrest
DATE/TIME:	7-29-13 / 1331 hours
LOCATION:	2300 block of South K St
VICTIM(S):
SUSPECT(S):	Juan Ayala, 34 year old Oxnard resident Jesus Rangel, 35 year old Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Jared Schmelter, Officer
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sgt. Steve Trickle, 805-385-7600 steve.trickle@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On 7/29/13 at 1331 hours, an Oxnard Police K-9 officer stopped a vehicle in the 2300 block of South K Street, for a vehicle code violation. The driver, 34 year old Juan Ayala of Oxnard, was on probation and out on bail for gun and drug-related charges.

Officers conducted a probation search of the vehicle. During the search, a loaded handgun, rifle, and various narcotics were located in the vehicle. Both the driver and passenger, Jesus Rangel, were arrested for various narcotics and weapons related offenses.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 7-29-13, 1747 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Narcotics Arrest of Post Release Offender
DATE/TIME:	8/18/13 at approximately 0600 hours
LOCATION:	Devonshire Drive and Oxford Drive
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Frank Granados Jr., 36 years
PREPARED BY:	Officer David Castillo
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Commander Eduardo M. Miranda (805) 385-7600 eduardo.miranda@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On 8/18/13 at approximately 0600 hours, an officer from the Oxnard Police Department was patrolling the area of Ventura Road and Devonshire Drive when he stopped a vehicle for a vehicle code violation. The driver was contacted and identified as Frank Granados Jr. It was determined that Granados was on probation for prior narcotic related offenses. During a probation search of the vehicle, a large amount of methamphetamine and a methamphetamine pipe was located. Granados was arrested for 11377(a) H&S, Possession of a Controlled Substance, 11379(a) H&S, Transportation of a Controlled Substance, 11364.1(a) H&S, Possession of a Smoking Device, and 3454(c) P.C., PRO violation, and booked into the Ventura County Jail.

Frank Granados Jr. was on the Post Release Offender (PRO) program. The PRO Program released non-violent, non-sexual, and non-serious offenders from prison pursuant to Assembly Bill 109.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 8/18/13 0900 Hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	DUI/Drivers License checkpoint Planned this Weekend
DATE/TIME:	Saturday, September 14th, 2013 6:00 P.M. to 12:00 A.M.
LOCATION:	City of Oxnard
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Jamie Brown, Traffic Coordinator (805) 385-77549

DETAILS: Oxnard, CA – Oxnard Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint on Saturday, September 14th at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.

The deterrent effect of DUI checkpoints is a proven resource in reducing the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol or drug involved crashes. Research shows that crashes involving alcohol drop by an average of 20 percent when well-publicized checkpoints are conducted often enough.

Officers will be contacting drivers passing through the checkpoint looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment. Officers will also check drivers for proper licensing and will strive to delay motorists only momentarily. When possible, specially trained officers will be available to evaluate those suspected of drug-impaired driving. Drivers caught driving impaired can expect jail, license suspension, and insurance increases, as well as fines, fees, DUI classes, other expenses that can exceed $10,000.

In 2010, over 10,000 people were killed nationally in motor vehicle traffic crashes that involved at least one driver or motorcycle rider with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08% or higher. In California, this deadly crime led to 791 deaths because someone failed to designate a sober driver. “Over the course of the past three years, DUI collisions have claimed 6 lives and resulted in 649 injury crashes harming 391 of our friends and neighbors,” said Senior Officer Jamie Brown.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), checkpoints have provided the most effective documented results of any of the DUI enforcement strategies, while also yielding considerable cost savings of $6 for every $1 spent. Based on collision statistics and frequency of DUI arrests, DUI Checkpoints are placed in locations that have the greatest opportunity for achieving drunk and drugged driving deterrence. Locations are chosen with safety considerations for the officers and the public.

Funding for this checkpoint is provided to the Oxnard Police Department by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, reminding everyone to continue to work together to bring an end to these tragedies. If you see a Drunk Driver – Call 9-1-1.

MEDIA NOTES: To schedule an interview regarding the Oxnard Traffic Safety Operations, please contact Jamie Brown at 805-385-7749 or at Jamie.brown@oxnardpd.org

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Fatal Hit-And-Run Traffic Collision-Vehicle vs. Pedestrian (Update)
DATE/TIME:	9-20-13, 2251 hours
LOCATION:	Hemlock Street and Capstan Drive
Party 1:	Aida Reyes, 20 years, Oxnard resident
Party 2:	Unknown
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Silver 2003 Infinity G35
PREPARED BY:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Sergeant, (805) 385-7847 brian.woolley@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Maria Pena, (805) 385-7750 maria.pena@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On September 20, 2013, at about 10:51 P.M., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to the intersection of Hemlock Street and Capstan Drive in reference to a hit-and-run injury traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.

The pedestrian, Aida Reyes, was transported to a local hospital where she underwent emergency surgery for her injuries. The Oxnard Police Department was informed this morning that Reyes died as a result of the injuries she sustained during the collision.

The Oxnard Police Traffic Unit is actively investigating this collision.

If anyone has information about this collision, please contact Senior Officer Maria Peña at 805-385-7750.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: September 21, 1800 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Stolen Vehicle/Firearm Arrests
DATE/TIME:	9/23/2013 at 0440 hours
LOCATION:	Seventh Street / Ventura Road
SUSPECT(S):	Two Juveniles, 15 and 16 years old, Oxnard residents
PREPARED BY:	Randy Latimer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Randy Latimer, Commander

DETAILS:

On 9/23/2013, at approximately 4:40 AM, officers from the Oxnard Police Department were stopped in the area of Seventh Street and Ventura Road when they heard several gunshots coming from a nearby neighborhood. Officers responded to the area of the 1300 block of Hull Place to investigate.

Officers observed a vehicle leaving the area at a high rate of speed and attempted a traffic stop. The occupants of the vehicle, two juveniles, 15 and 16 years old, fled from the vehicle and were arrested after a brief foot pursuit.

Further investigation revealed that the vehicle the juveniles were driving, a Mitsubishi Galant, was stolen but had not been reported. Officers also located a loaded semi-automatic handgun inside of the vehicle. Both Juveniles were charged with auto theft, conspiracy and weapons violations. They were lodged into Juvenile Hall.

No one was injured during this event and officers were unable to locate any damage related to the gunshots being fired.

Anyone who has information regarding this event should call the Oxnard Police Department at 805-385-7600.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Attempt Robbery
DATE/TIME:	9/29/13 – 1116 hours
LOCATION:	440 S. Ventura Road (Masters Donuts)

SUSPECT(S):	Hispanic, male, 20’s, 5-11, 195 pounds, black hoodie and grey shorts



PREPARED BY:	Randy Latimer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Randy Latimer, Commander randy.latimer@oxnardpd.org, (805) 385-7600

DETAILS:

At 1116 hours, officers responded to Masters Donuts located at 440 S. Ventura Road after receiving a call of a robbery to the business. Officers learned a male in his 20s, 5-11, 195 pounds, wearing a black “hoodie” and grey shorts, attempted to rob the business by using a handgun.

An employee said that the suspect approached the counter and showed her a handgun. He demanded money but fled without any cash or property. No one was injured during the incident.

The suspect was last seen running northbound from the area.

Anyone with information regarding this crime should contact the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070. You may also contact the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (805) 222-8477 and http://www.venturacountycrimestopper.org/contact.aspx.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 9/29/13 – 1545 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Vehicle Pursuit / Post Release Offender (PRO) arrest
DATE/TIME:	10-08-13 / 1129 hours
LOCATION:	Statham Blvd / Oxnard Blvd
SUSPECT(S):	Jaime Aguirre 26 years (Oxnard Resident) Richard Reyes 26 years (Oxnard Resident)
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Grey 90’s Honda Accord
PREPARED BY:	Officer Mike Wood
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Officer Mike Wood 385-7600 mike.wood@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On 10-08-13, at 1129 hours, Officers attempted a traffic stop on a grey 90’s Honda Accord at Statham Blvd and Oxnard Boulevard for a traffic violation. The vehicle fled and a brief vehicle pursuit began. The officer discontinued the pursuit due to public safety reasons. Responding officers observed the vehicle in the 3100 block of Albany Drive which continued to drive erratically. The officers continued to follow the vehicle from a safe distance until the occupants abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot in the 3400 block of Frankfurt Court.

A perimeter was set up and both occupants were taken into custody after a brief search. The passenger, identified as Richard Reyes, a 26 year old Oxnard resident, was arrested for an outstanding warrant. The driver, identified as Jaime Aguirre, a 26 year old Oxnard resident, was arrested for felony evading, narcotics-related offenses and a felony warrant. Aguirre is currentlyin the Post Release Offender (PRO) program. The PRO’s Program released non-violent, non-sexual, and non-serious offenders from custody pursuant to Assembly Bill 109.

Anyone with additional information is asked to call the Oxnard Police Department at 385-7600.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 10-08-13 / 1350