Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Carjacking
DATE/TIME:	7-12-14 / 2050 Hours
LOCATION:	Hill Street near Saviers Road
VICTIM(S):	Withheld
SUSPECT(S):	Two males and one female, 16 to 18 years
WITNESS(ES):	None
VEHICLE(S):	Gray ’99 Nissan Maxima
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Marty Meyer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Marty Meyer, (805) 207-7078, [email protected]

DETAILS:

On 7-12-14, at 2050 hours, officers contacted the victim of a carjacking. The male victim said he was approached by two males and one female, 16 to 18 years, near Hill Street and Saviers Road. One of the male subjects produced a handgun and forced the victim to drive the victim’s gray ’99 Nissan Maxima to the 3500 Block of Isle Way. The suspects forced the victim out and fled in the vehicle.

In an effort to address the recent increases in firearms-related crimes, the Oxnard Police Department launched the Operation Safer and Stronger Initiative, as well as the Firearms Strike Team (FAST) led by the Violent Crime Unit, to proactively remove firearms from prohibited persons within the city. The objective of this initiative and FAST is to reduce gun violence in Oxnard through education, intervention, and enforcement.

Persons with additional information may call the Violent Crime Hotline at (805) 982-7070, or contact the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. Persons can also visit the website http://venturacountycrimestopper.org/contact.aspx.

Date / Time Prepared: 7-12-14 / 2300 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Arrest of Parolee in Possession of a Firearm and Narcotics
DATE/TIME:	July 20, 2014/7:30 PM
LOCATION:	3000 block of Saviers Road
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Arthur Chavira, 22 year old Ventura resident Joel Alejo, 22 year old Camarillo resident
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Released
PREPARED BY:	Bill Crisostomo, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Bill Crisostomo, Sergeant, (805) 385-7600 [email protected]

DETAILS:

On July 20, 2014 at approximately 7:30 PM hours, officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit conducted a traffic stop in the 3000 block of Saviers Road. Arthur Chavira fled from the vehicle and was detained after a foot pursuit. Chavira had a felony warrant for violation of parole and was in possession of narcotics.

During a search of the vehicle a loaded handgun was recovered.

Chavira was arrested for the felony warrant, firearm, and narcotics violations.

A second passenger in the vehicle Joel Alejo was arrested for narcotics violations.

In an effort to address the recent increase in firearms-related crimes, the Oxnard Police Department launched the Operation Safer and Stronger Initiative, as well as the Firearms Strike Team (FAST) led by the Violent Crime Unit, to proactively remove firearms from prohibited persons within the city. The objective of this initiative and FAST is to reduce gun violence in Oxnard through education, intervention, and enforcement.

Persons with additional information may call the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070, or contact the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. Persons can also visit the website at http://www.venturacountycrimestopper.org/contact.aspx.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Subject Disturbing
DATE/TIME:	07/31/14 5:40 A.M.
LOCATION:	1500 Camino Del Sol, Camino Del Sol Park
SUSPECT(S):	Angel Jimenez, Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Officer Roger Ramirez
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Eduardo M. Miranda, Commander (805) 385-7600 [email protected]

DETAILS:
On 7/31/14 at approximately 0540 hours, Oxnard police officers responded to Camino Del Sol Park located at 1500 Camino Del Sol reference citizens reporting a subject vandalizing property with a large metal pole.

The subject, identified as Angel Jimenez, was located inside the park in possession of the metal pole and a pit bull. Officers attempted to negotiate with the subject, however, he was uncooperative and challenged the officers to shoot him. The subject was subsequently taken into custody for criminal threats and resisting arrest. The dog was captured unharmed and placed into the Ventura County Animal Shelter.

The Oxnard Police Department continues to encourage residents to be partners in public safety as part of the Operation Safer and Stronger Initiative. This is an excellent example of witnesses who saw suspicious activity, called the police, and provided the appropriate information. Anyone with information regarding criminal activity should contact the Oxnard Police Department at 385-7600, or the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (805) 222-8477
and http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 07/31/14 2:30 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:	Kidnapping / Robbery
DATE/TIME:	August 2, 2014 / 0017 hours
LOCATION:	South Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	33 year-old Oxnard resident
SUSPECT(S):	4 Hispanic males 1 Hispanic female
PREPARED BY:	Detective Jess Aragon
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Jess Aragon [email protected] 805-385-7547

DETAILS:
On August 2, 2014, at 0017 hours, officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to the area of San Mateo Place and Geronimo Drive in the city of Oxnard reference a check the well-being. Once on scene officers located a 33 year-old Oxnard resident who had been kidnapped and robbed in the South Oxnard. The victim was physically battered and sustained minor injuries. The suspects were described as four Hispanic males and a single Hispanic female. The suspects fled the area in unknown type of SUV.

If anyone has any additional information about this incident, they are encouraged to call Detective Jess Aragon at (805) 385-7547. 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: August 2, 2014 / 0530 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 (Vehicle/Pedestrian)
DATE/TIME:	September 18, 2014 / 0707 hours
LOCATION:	Wooley Road @ Novato Drive
VEHICLE 1:	Gray, 2004 Toyota Corolla
DRIVER 1:	David Jesus Escamilla, 38 years, Oxnard Resident
PEDESTRIAN:	Male, 79 years, Oxnard Resident (name withheld pending next of kin notification)
PREPARED BY:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Sergeant [email protected]
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Traffic Officer Sheylan Flannery (805) 385-7749 [email protected]

DETAILS:
On September 18, 2014, at about 7:07 a.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to the intersection of Wooley Road and Novato Drive in reference to an injury traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.

Preliminary investigation indicates that the gray Toyota, driven by David Escamilla, was traveling eastbound on Wooley Road as the pedestrian was crossing the roadway near the intersection of Novato Drive. The Toyota struck the pedestrian causing fatal injuries.

The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. Driver Escamilla was uninjured during the collision and was not impaired by alcohol and/or drugs.

The Oxnard Police Department has investigated 11 fatal traffic collisions in 2014. Twelve people have died as a result of those collisions.

If anyone has information about this collision, please contact Traffic Officer Sheylan Flannery at (805) 385-7749.

The investigation is continuing.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: September 18, 2014 at 1115 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Carjacking Robbery Kidnapping for purposes of robbery
DATE/TIME:	October 5, 2014 @ 3:00 a.m.
LOCATION:	700 block W Channel Islands Blvd
VICTIM(S):	30-year-old male Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S):	Gabriel Mora, 39-year-old Oxnard Resident Marco Garcia, 33-year-old Oxnard Resident Sarah Guerrero, 23-year-old Port Hueneme Resident
PREPARED BY:	Detective Jaime Miranda
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Jess Aragon 805-385-7547 [email protected]

DETAILS:

On October 5, 2014, at about 3:00 a.m., Oxnard police officers responded to a report of a carjacking. Officers contacted the victim and learned that he had provided a ride to the suspects whom he had just met. As the victim drove them, one of the suspects produced a weapon and demanded the victim hand over his property. After the victim complied, they had him stop and exit his vehicle. The suspects fled in the victim’s vehicle.

At about 6:30 a.m., Ventura police officers located the victim’s vehicle in the area of Thompson Blvd and Hemlock, City of Ventura. Officers found two males standing next to the vehicle and were able to detain them. A female was also located nearby. All three were identified as the suspects involved in the carjacking and robbery. The suspects had items taken from the victim in their possession.

All three suspects were arrested and later admitted to their involvement in the incident.

If anyone has further information about this incident, they are encouraged to call Detective Jess Aragon at (805) 385-7547. 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: 10/5/14, 1400 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Gang member in possession of narcotics for sale, PRO violation and violation of the gang injunction.
DATE/TIME:	October 12, 2014, 5:30 PM
LOCATION:	4400 Block of Terrace Avenue
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Manuel Nava, 29 year old Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Robert Flinn, Sergeant

DETAILS:

On October 12, 2014 at approximately 5:30 PM officers from the Oxnard Police Department attempted the arrest of Manuel Nava in the 4400 block of Terrace Avenue. Officers were aware that Nava had an outstanding felony warrant for his arrest.

As they approached his residence, Nava fled into the surrounding neighborhood. Nava was chased for several blocks where he was arrested without incident. A large quantity of narcotics was found on Nava during the search.

Nava is currently in the Post Release Offender Program, created by Assembly Bill 109 – the 2011 Public Safety Realignment – which was effective October 1, 2011. This program mandates that individuals sentenced to non-violent, non-serious or non-sex offenses will serve their sentences in county jails instead of state prison. The public should be aware that release under AB 109 is based on the offender’s most recent commitment offense, prior convictions are not considered.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: October 12, 2014/ 11:30 PM

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Injury Accident and DUI Arrest
DATE/TIME:	10-17-14 / 2048 hours
LOCATION:	“C” Street at 4th Street
VICTIM(S):	3-Year old female
SUSPECT(S):	Victor Rodriguez, 38 years, Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Pickup truck
INJURIES:	Minor injuries
PREPARED BY:	Marty Meyer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Marty Meyer, (805) 207-7078, [email protected]

DETAILS:

On 10-17-14, at 1916 hours, officers responded to an injury collision at “C” Street north of 4th Street. Officers learned a three-year old female had wandered away from her father and into the street. The child was struck by a pickup truck travelling north on “C” Street. The pickup was travelling at a slow to moderate speed. The child sustained minor injuries.

Officers immediately noted that the driver of the pickup, Victor Rodriguez, displayed symptoms of being under the influence of alcohol. The subsequent investigation confirmed that Rodriguez was under the influence of alcohol. His blood alcohol level was nearly twice the legal limit.

Motorists are reminded that collisions are often preventable. Further, that an unexpected event, such as a child running into the roadway, is best addressed by motorists whose total focus is on their driving. Finally, DUI drivers continue to pose a significant threat to motorists and pedestrians.

Date / Time Prepared: 10-18-14 / 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:	Man shot in Lemonwood neighborhood
DATE/TIME:	Sunday, October 19, 2014 / 8:30 p.m.
LOCATION:	Greenbrook Drive, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Withheld
SUSPECT(S):	Hispanic male, early 20s, 5 feet 4 inches tall, thin build
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Luis McArthur, Field Services Bureau [email protected] (805) 385-7746
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Luis McArthur, Field Services Bureau [email protected] (805) 385-7746

DETAILS:

(OXNARD, Calif)On Sunday, October 19, 2014, at about 8:30 p.m., a man was taken to Ventura County Medical Center after being shot at least once. He underwent surgery and was listed in stable condition. Officers were told that shots had been fired on Greenbrook Drive in the Lemonwood neighborhood of Oxnard. Police officers fanned out through the area looking for bullet casings and other information connected to the shooting. No arrests have been made in connection with the shooting and it’s unknown if this was gang related.

Police investigators are hoping that someone may have seen or heard something that could help authorities figure out who shot the man. If anyone witnessed this shooting or has any information about this case, please call the Detective Cody Collet at (805) 486-6228. 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. Persons can also visit the website http://www.venturacountycrimestopper.org/contact.aspx.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 10/20/14 / 3 a.m.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Serious Injury Hit and Run Traffic Collision (Vehicle/Pedestrian)
DATE/TIME:	November 23, 2014 / 1749 hours
LOCATION:	Wooley Road at ‘G’ Street
DRIVER 1:	Johnny Cruz Romero, 20 years, Oxnard Resident
VEHICLE 1:	Gray 1992 Acura Legend
PEDESTRIAN:	Unidentified Male
PREPARED BY:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Sergeant (805) 385-7847 [email protected]
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Jamie Brown (805) 385-7749 [email protected]

DETAILS:
On Sunday, November 23, 2014, at about 5:50 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to the intersection of Wooley Road and ‘G’ Street in reference to an injury hit and run traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian. Immediately following the collision, a witness who observed the collision called 911 to report that the vehicle involved had fled the scene.

When officers arrived at the collision scene, they found an unconscious male lying in the roadway. The unidentified pedestrian was transported from the scene to the Ventura County Medical Center where he is currently listed in critical condition. He sustained significant head trauma, two broken legs and extensive internal injuries as a result of the collision.

According to witnesses at the scene, two additional vehicles were observed colliding with the pedestrian just prior to the arrival of emergency responders. These two vehicles also fled the scene without rendering aid. At approximately 7:00 p.m., the driver of an Acura Legend, Johnny Romero, arrived at the Oxnard Police Department to surrender himself and identify his involvement in the collision. During the investigation, officers located the Acura parked in the 700 block of South ‘B’ Street in the City of Oxnard. It had sustained damage consistent with the collision. Preliminary investigation indicates that the pedestrian was crossing Wooley Road outside of a marked crosswalk when he was struck by the Acura and the other vehicles.

Driver Romero was arrested and charged with felonious hit and run causing great bodily injury. He was booked into Ventura County Jail.

It is unknown if alcohol or drugs were a factor in this collision. The investigation is continuing.

If anyone has information about this collision, please contact Senior Officer Jamie Brown at 805-385-7749 or via email at [email protected]. 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.