Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Homicide (ten years ago)
DATE/TIME:	October 10, 2002 / 11:00 P.M.
LOCATION:	1900 block North H Street, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Steven Anthony Lemos, Sr., 24 years, Oxnard resident
SUSPECT(S):	African American male, 25-33 years of age, between 5’6″ and 5’8″ tall and about 190 pounds. He was wearing a black baseball cap, a black fitted sweater, and black jeans
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant David Villanueva, Major Crimes, (805) 385-7763, david.villanueva@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Robert Eckman, Major Crimes, (805) 385-7760, bob.eckman@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
Today marks the tenth anniversary of the unsolved murder of Steven Anthony Lemos, Sr. The shooting happened on October 10, 2002 at about 11 p.m. in the 1900 block of North “H” Street in Oxnard. Lemos was shot several times and died later during surgery. Lemos’ one year old son was with him when he was shot but was not hurt during the incident. Lemos died just two days before his 25^th birthday.

The only information available about the suspect is as follows: African American male, 25 – 33 years of age, between 5’6” and 5’8” tall and about 190 lbs. He was wearing a black baseball cap, a black fitted sweater and black jeans. He may have been in the company of an Asian or African American female at the time of the murder.

The city of Oxnard offers a $10,000 Reward for information pertaining to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for this homicide. In addition, Former Governor Davis had authorized an additional $50,000 reward, and this award is still available under Governor Jerry Brown.

Anyone with information about this unsolved murder is encouraged to call Oxnard PD at (805) 385-7740 or Detective Robert Eckman at (805) 385-7760. 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.

Steven Anthony Lemos, Sr.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 10/10/12 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:	245(a)(1) PC-Five Counts Assault with a Deadly Weapon, 417(a)(1) PC-Exhibit a Deadly Weapon, Parole violation
DATE/TIME:	October 11, 2012, 5:48 PM
LOCATION:	600 Block of Dollie Street
VICTIM(S):	Names Withheld
SUSPECT(S):	Jose Villalobos, 26 years, Oxnard Resident
WITNESS(ES):	NA
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	NA
LOSS:	NA
PREPARED BY:	Brett A. Smith, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Brett A. Smith (805) 385-7600, brett.smith@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On October 11, 2012, at 5:48 hours, the Oxnard Police Department Emergency Communications Center received several calls of subjects in possession of knives and sticks fighting in the 600 block of Dollie Street. A single officer arrived within seconds and observed three male subjects who had overpowered a male subject, later identified as Jose Villalobos, and were holding him on the ground.

The investigation lead to the arrest of Villalobos for the above charges. Villalobos had threatened five persons while brandishing a knife. One male victim and three of his brothers defended themselves ultimately subduing Villalobos. Villalobos was transported to a local hospital where he was treated for moderate injuries. The victims sustained very minor injuries.

Residents are reminded that anyone with information about this incident are encouraged to call Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600. 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: 10-11-2012/9:39 PM

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Incendiary Devices, DR’s 12-20793 and 12-20810
DATE/TIME:	Wednesday, October 17, 2012
LOCATION:	600 block of Hermosa, 1200 block of Deodar, Oxnard
PREPARED BY:	Ron Whitney, Commander Ronald.Whitney@OxnardPD.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Watch Commander, (805) 385-7650

DETAILS:
On Wednesday, October 17, at about 7:50 AM, Oxnard Police and Fire personnel responded to the 600 block of Hermosa Dr in Oxnard. An incendiary device, consisting of a plastic bottle filled with chemicals, had been detonated on a lawn of a residence resulting in the lawn being burned.

Later that same day, at about 1:20 PM, officers and fire personnel responded to a similar call in the 1200 block of Deodar Av. A second detonated device was located that had burned the lawn of a residence.

People are asked to be watchful for any similar devices on their property. If a similar device is seen, please call 9-1-1, and do not approach or pick up the device.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 10/19/2012, 0700 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Fatal Traffic Collision
DATE/TIME:	October 22, 2012 / 3:57 PM
LOCATION:	Pleasant Valley Road and Olds Road/Etting Road
DRIVER 1:	Gilbert Endo, 65, Port Hueneme resident
DRIVER 2:	James Joseph Kelly, 28, Port Hueneme resident
VEHICLE 1:	Black, 2007 Honda CRV motorcycle
VEHICLE 2:	Yellow 1991 Thomas School Bus
PREPARED BY:	Senior Officer Maria Peña, Traffic Investigator, (805) 385-7750, Maria.pena@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Maria Peña, Traffic Investigator, (805) 385-7750, Maria.pena@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On October 22, 2012, at about 3:57 P.M., Oxnard PD officers responded to Pleasant Valley Road and Olds Road/Etting Road after receiving a call of an injury traffic collision involving a vehicle and a motorcycle. Once on scene, officers and EMS personnel found that a Honda motorcycle had collided with a yellow Ocean View school bus in the intersection of Pleasant Valley Road and Olds Road/Etting Road.

Preliminary investigation indicates that the Honda motorcycle, driven by James Joseph Kelly, was traveling eastbound on Pleasant Valley Road towards Olds Road/Etting Road. The yellow school bus, driven by Gilbert Endo, was traveling westbound in the left turn lane on Pleasant Valley at Olds Road/Etting Road. Once traffic was clear, the school bus began to make a left turn to go eastbound onto Etting Road in front of the Honda motorcycle. Unable to avoid a collision, Driver Kelly applied the brake causing the motorcycle to go down and skid towards the bus. The Honda skid directly into the path of the turning school bus. Unfortunately, Driver Kelly sustained fatal injuries as a result of the collision and was pronounced dead at the scene by EMS. It should be noted that the motorcyclist was wearing a full face helmet at the time of the collision.

Driver Endo was not injured. The school bus had no passengers at the time of the collision.

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

DATE / TIME PREPARED: October 22, 2012, 8:00 P.M.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	OXNARD POLICE TO COMBAT ROADWAY DEATHS AND INJURIES WITH DUI CHECKPOINTS
DATE/TIME:	November 18, 2012
PREPARED BY:	Randy Latimer, Traffic Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Randy Latimer, 805-385-7847

DETAILS:
The Oxnard Police Department has been awarded a new traffic safety grant for an anti-DUI program aimed at preventing deaths and injuries on our roadways. Additional enforcement measures to combat impaired driving are coming as a result of a recent $95,000 grant awarded by the California Office of Traffic Safety to Oxnard. The Oxnard Police Department is dedicated to keeping our streets safe through both enforcement and education.

“DUI affects everyone and it is our responsibility to make our roadways safe for our citizens,” said Andrew Salinas, Oxnard Police Department Commander.

The special DUI Checkpoint grant is to assist in efforts to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol and other drug related collisions in the community. The grant activities will specifically target impaired driving offenders as well as educating the public on the dangers of impaired driving through the use of DUI/driver’s license checkpoints. When possible, specially trained officers will be available to evaluate those suspected of drug-impaired driving.

Drunk and drugged driving are among America’s deadliest crimes. In 2010, 791 people were killed and over 24,000 injured in alcohol and drug-impaired crashes in California. Last year, Oxnard did not experience any DUI-related traffic deaths, however, 93 persons were injured in these tragic crashes. Crashes involving alcohol drop by an average of 20 percent when well-publicized checkpoints are conducted often enough. Checkpoints have proven to be the most effective of any of the DUI enforcement strategies, while yielding considerable cost savings of $6 for every $1 spent.

“DUI checkpoints have been an essential part of the phenomenal reduction in DUI deaths that we witnessed from 2006 to 2010 in California,” said Christopher J. Murphy, Director of the Office of Traffic Safety. “But since the tragedy of DUI accounts for nearly one third of traffic fatalities, Oxnard needs the high visibility enforcement and public awareness that this grant will provide.”

Funding for this program is from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Cops-4-Tots Toy Give-away
DATE/TIME:	December 20, 2012, 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
LOCATION:	La Colonia Police Storefront, 211 North Grant Avenue, Oxnard, CA
PREPARED BY:	Senior Officer Crystal Walker, Beat 31 Coordinator, (805) 385-7600, crystal.walker@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Crystal Walker, Beat 31 Coordinator, (805) 385-7600, crystal.walker@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
Over 300 deserving children (ages 6 to 12) – 40 from each of the six participating schools – were invited to the 14^th annual Cops-4-Tots Toy Give-away at the La Colonia Police Storefront (211 North Grant Avenue). Toys were made available for children that were selected by the schools or families that had toddler age children. An appearance by Santa Claus added to the excitement of the event.

The children and parents were treated with Mexican bread, Champurrado (hot drink), and treats with Christmas decorations.

The participating schools include: Ramona School, Rose Avenue School, Cesar Chavez School, Elm Street School, Green Valley, and La Escuelita.

Members of the Oxnard Police Department Command Staff, District Three Officers, and Military members from the Port Hueneme Naval Base, AVID students from Frank Intermediate School, Oxnard Police Volunteers, and other community volunteers were on hand to assist with handing out toys.

The 14^th annual Cops-4-Tots Toy Give-away was made possible by donations from the Oxnard Police Officers Association, Latino Peace Officers Association (Ventura County Chapter), and members of the United States Navy, El Concilio del Condado de Ventura, the Oxnard business community, and residents of the City of Oxnard.

View our photo album on Facebook at www.facebook.com/OxnardPD

DATE / TIME PREPARED: December 20, 2012, 9:00 p.m.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Attempt Homicide Firearm
DATE/TIME:	12/09/2012-2117 hours
LOCATION:	4700 block of Olds Road
VICTIM(S):	22 year old Oxnard resident 22 year old Camarillo resident
SUSPECT(S):	NFD
PREPARED BY:	Detective Michael Johnson, 805-385-7645 Michael.johnson@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Steve Funk 805-385-7796 steven.funk@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On 12-09-2012 at approximately 2117 hours, officers respond to the 4700 block of Olds Road reference shots being fired and a possible victim in the west alley. The victim, a 22 year old Oxnard resident, was immediately transported to the Ventura County Medical Center where he is listed in stable condition. A second 22 year old victim was later transported to VCMC by private party with non-life threatening wounds. No further information is available at this time.

Anyone with information about this investigation should contact the Oxnard Police Department and Detective Steve Funk at (805) 385-7796.

If you wish to remain anonymous you may call 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. Lastly, you can also call the Oxnard Police Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: December 10, 2012 / 0130 MJ

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Search for wanted subject
DATE/TIME:	1-23-13, 1600 hours
LOCATION:	Wooley Road at Canal Street, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Gavin Hahn, 38 years, 5-7, 165, brown hair, Oxnard resident
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Bicycle (possible mountain bike)
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Jack Kujawa
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Paul Knapp, (805) 385-7600 paul.knapp@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On the above date and time, officers received a call of Gavin Hahn, 38 years, riding a bike in the area of Oxnard Shores near Harbor Boulevard. Hahn has a felony warrant for a narcotics-related violation. Hahn is also wanted for questioning in connection with several property crimes in the Oxnard Shores area.

An officer spotted Hahn in the area of Canal St. and Wooley Rd. The suspect fled into the dunes area on foot. Additional officers responded to search for Hahn. A Ventura County Sheriff helicopter and its crew were dispatched to assist because of the large search area. After approximately two hours, officers ultimately learned that Hahn had swam across the canal and fled eastbound on foot after abandoning his bike and cell phone.

Anyone with information as to the whereabouts the Suspect Hahn is asked to contact Senior Officer Paul Knapp at the above phone number or e-mail or the Oxnard Police and Fire Emergency Communications Center at (805) 385-7740.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 1-23-13 / 2054 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Missing Person
DATE/TIME:	1-28-13 / 2307 hours
LOCATION:	1800 Block of Ives Avenue, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Carlos Eduardo Palacio, 21 years, Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Commander Marty Meyer, (805) 207-7078
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Commander Marty Meyer, (805) 207-7078 martin.meyer@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On 2-28-13, at 2307 hours, officers were contacted at the Oxnard Police Department by the mother of Carlos Eduardo Palacio, 21 years, Oxnard resident. Officers were advised that Palacio was bleeding from the left arm and had fled the family residence located in the 1800 Block of Ives Avenue.

Officers were dispatched to the residence but Palacio was not there. Palacio’s whereabouts are unknown. While no crime is suspected, officers need to check on Palacio’s well-being.

A search is continuing. Persons with information as to Palacio’s whereabouts should call the Oxnard Police and Fire Communications Center at (805) 385-7740.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 1-29-13 / 0100 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	AVIOD the 14 Super Bowl DUI Crackdown
DATE/TIME:	February 3, 2013
LOCATION:	County-Wide
PREPARED BY:	Randy Latimer, Traffic Sergeant Oxnard Police Department
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Randy Latimer, Traffic Sergeant

DETAILS:Oxnard, CA – As one of America’s most anticipated and celebrated sporting events, the Super Bowl brings together families, friends and fans each year to enjoy the excitement of the big game. In many instances, fans will gather to watch the game at sports bars, restaurants or Super Bowl-themed parties. The California Office of Traffic Safety, along with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), National Football League and TEAM (Techniques for Effective Alcohol Management), have joined forces with law enforcement in the Avoid the 14 – Ventura County DUI Task Force to spread an important safety message to the public about designating a sober driver on Super Bowl Sunday – Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.

“Before choosing to drink, choose a sober designated driver. Avoid the unsportsmanlike conduct of driving drunk by handing off your keys so that you, your passengers and everyone on our roads can safely arrive home,” said Commander Andrew Salinas of the Oxnard Police Department. “Drunk driving is always preventable, and driving drunk could result in seriously injuring or killing yourself or someone else. Motorists can expect Police, Sheriff and CHP to have a visible presence and to stop anyone who makes the dangerous decision to drink and drive.”

The Avoid the 14 DUI Task Force will be deploying special roving DUI patrols on Sunday, February 3rd in several communities throughout the area looking to stop and arrest drivers who are impaired by alcohol or drugs. These DUI patrols are, in addition to regularly scheduled patrol officers, all looking for the tell-tale signs of an intoxicated driver behind the wheel.

In California, 774 people were killed in DUI crashes, with over 24,000 injured. These drunk-driving fatalities accounted for 29 percent of the total motor vehicle traffic fatalities in California. In addition, alcohol impairment among drivers involved in fatal crashes was almost twice as high during the weekend (31%) than during weekdays (16%) and four times higher at night (37%) than during the day (9%), according to NHTSA.

“We want everyone to make the right decision on Super Bowl Sunday,” said Chris Murphy, Director of the Californian Office of Traffic Safety. “Game planning a sober driver is the best bet possible. It’s everyone’s call to make this year’s Super Bowl Sunday safe.”

The Avoid DUI Patrols are funded by the California Office of Traffic Safety who reminds everyone to Report Drunk Drivers – Call 9-1-1!

If you’re attending a Super Bowl party or watching the game at a sports bar or restaurant:

Designate your sober driver before the party begins.
Avoid drinking too much alcohol too fast. Pace yourself. Eat plenty of food, take breaks, and alternate with non-alcoholic drinks.
If you don’t have a designated driver, ask a sober friend for a ride home; call a cab, friend, or family member to come and get you; or if possible stay where you are for the night and don’t drive until you are sober.
Enter www.ruok2drive.comin your smartphone’s browser for the OTS Cab Finder.
Never let friends drive drunk. Arrange a safe way for them to get home.
Always buckle up. It’s still your best defense against other drunk drivers.

If you’re hosting a Super Bowl party:

Make sure all of your guests designate their sober drivers in advance, or help arrange ride-sharing with sober drivers.
Serve plenty of food and non-alcoholic beverages at the party.
Host your party just like they do at the stadium. Stop serving alcohol at the end of the third quarter of the game. The fourth quarter is perfect for serving coffee and dessert.
Keep the phone numbers of local cab companies on hand and take the keys away from anyone who is thinking of driving drunk.
Remember, you can be held liable and prosecuted if someone you served ends up in a drunk-driving crash.
If an underage person drinks and drives, the parent may be legally liable for any damage, injury or death caused by the underage driver.
Likewise, parents or other adults who provide alcohol to, or host a party where alcohol is available to, those under age 21 could face jail time.

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