Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Collision into occupied residence
DATE/TIME:	6-28-15, 1358 Hours
LOCATION:	Wooley Road at “L” Street
VICTIM(S):	47-year old female, Oxnard resident, and two three-year old children, minor injuries.
SUSPECT(S):	Brian Sanchez, 22-year old, Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	2000 Plymouth Neon
LOSS:	See below
PREPARED BY:	Robin Whitney, Sergeant, and Marty Meyer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Marty Meyer, Commander [email protected] , (805) 207-7078

DETAILS:

On 6-28-15, at approximately 1358 hours, Oxnard Police and Fire personnel responded to a call of a vehicle crashing into an occupied residence at the corner of Wooley Road and “L” Street.

First responders found that a 2000 Plymouth Neon had crashed into the house through a living room wall. There were three occupants inside the residence who suffered injuries, including a 47-year old female and two three-year old children. The adult female resident was transported to Ventura County Medical Center (VCMC) with moderate injuries. The two children suffered minor injuries but were not transported for medical treatment.

There were two occupants in the vehicle. The driver, Brian Sanchez, a 22-year male from Oxnard, was also transported to VCMC with minor injuries. The passenger, an adult female, suffered minor injuries and was released at the scene.

Sanchez was arrested on the suspicion of felony drunk driving (DUI causing injury) and driving on a suspended license. An investigation is continuing.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 6-28-15, 1600 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 a firearm
DATE/TIME:	July 7, 2015 / 6:30pm
LOCATION:	Rice Ave @ Gonzalez Road
VICTIM(S):
SUSPECT(S):	Adolfo Palazuelos (24) of Oxnard Raul Palazuelos (35) of Oxnard
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	1999 GMC Safari
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Officer Moses Martinez
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Tim Kelley (805)385-8289

DETAILS:

On July 7, 2015, at about 6:30 pm members of the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit / Gang Unit, observed a wanted gang member, Adolfo Palazuelos, driving in the area of Hwy 101 @ Vineyard Ave. A K9 officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop, but Palazuelos failed to yield. After a short vehicle pursuit that lasted approximately one mile, Palazuelos stopped his vehicle and was taken into custody along with his passenger, Raul Palazuelos. Both Raul and Adolfo are documented Colonia gang members and are Post Release Offenders (PRO). During a search of the vehicle a single shot 6mm pistol was located. Adolfo Palazuelos is a (PRO) for possession of narcotics with a firearm. Raul Palazuelos is a (PRO) for attempt homicide.

The Post Release Offender program was 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.

The Oxnard Police Department special enforcement unit is committed to reducing gang and firearms violence in the City of Oxnard through the strict enforcement of laws specifically targeting known, active gang members residing in the city. Citizens are reminded to contact the police department when they observe suspicious activity or are witness to a crime.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: July 7, 2015 / 8:30 PM

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Serious Injury Traffic Collision Involving a Car and a Bicycle
DATE/TIME:	July 19, 2015 / 0346 Hours
LOCATION:	Victoria Avenue North of Doris Avenue
BICYCLIST:	Gerald Potter, Male, 54 Years, Oxnard Resident
PARTY-2:	Enrique Beltran, Male, 40 Years, Ventura Resident
VEHICLE-1	Bicycle
VEHICLE-2	Silver, Chevy HHR
PREPARED BY:	Randy Latimer, Commander, Oxnard Police Department [email protected]
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Jamie Brown (805-385-7749) [email protected]

DETAILS: On July 19, 2015, at about 3:46 a.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to an injury traffic collision involving a silver, Chevy HHR and a bicycle in the southbound lanes of Victoria Avenue north of Doris Avenue. Upon arrival, emergency personnel contacted the driver of the Chevy, 40 year old Enrique Beltran, and found that he was not injured. The bicyclist, 54 year old Gerald Potter, sustained extensive injuries and was transported to the Ventura County Medical Center where he immediately underwent surgery. His condition is listed as critical at this time.

Preliminary investigation indicates that the Potter was riding his bicycle southbound on Victoria Avenue along the paved right shoulder. His bicycle was not equipped with any lighting equipment. It appears that Potter drifted into the number two southbound lane of travel where he was struck by the vehicle driven by Beltran. Potter was not wearing a helmet.

Beltran was interviewed and released from the scene.

The collision is still under investigation.

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

DATE / TIME PREPARED: July 19, 2015 / 0830 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 Driver Collides with Oxnard Fire Truck
DATE/TIME:	August 6, 2015 / 1230 hours
LOCATION:	Rose Avenue at Third Street
DRIVER 1:	Pedro Cruz Padron, 29 years, Oxnard Resident
VEHICLE 1:	Black, 1997 Honda Accord
VEHICLE 2:	Oxnard Fire Department Ladder Truck
PREPARED BY:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Sergeant, (805) 385-7847 [email protected]
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Traffic Officer Jose Diaz (805) 385-7749 [email protected]

DETAILS:
On Thursday, August 6, 2015, at about 12:30 p.m., firefighters from the Oxnard Fire Department were handling an incident on Rose Avenue just north of Third Street. At this time, their ladder truck was parked in the northbound lanes of Rose Avenue and its emergency lights were activated. While handling this unrelated incident, the firefighters observed a black Honda Accord stopped several feet behind the firetruck.

As the firefighters spoke with the driver of the Honda, Pedro Cruz Padron, they detected signs of alcohol intoxication. When the firefighters attempted to convince Driver Padron to park his vehicle and step out, he suddenly accelerated forward colliding with the rear of the firetruck. Driver Padron immediately became combative with the firefighters but was detained at the scene by them and responding officers from the Oxnard Police Department. A large, opened bottle of alcohol was located in the vehicle.

Driver Padron was transported from the scene to Saint John’s Regional Medical Center where he was evaluated for any injuries. He did not sustain any injuries as a result of this incident. Driver Padron was admitted to the hospital for observation and may face charges of driving under the influence of alcohol upon conclusion of this investigation. The firefighters and officers were also uninjured. Both vehicles sustained minor damage.

If anyone has information about this collision, please contact Traffic Officer Jose Diaz at 805-385-7749 or via email at [email protected].

DATE / TIME PREPARED: August 6, 2015 at 1500 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Traffic Signals Not Functioning
DATE/TIME:	08/15/15, 1400 hours
LOCATION:	Esplanade Drive @ Vineyard Avenue
PREPARED BY:	Eduardo M. Miranda, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Eduardo M. Miranda, Commander (805) 385-7600

DETAILS:
Currently the traffic signals at the intersection of Esplanade Drive @ Vineyard Avenue in Oxnard are at a flashing red signal creating traffic delays. Personnel from the Signals Department are on scene attempting to address the problem.

It is anticipated that it may take several more hours before the traffic signals are fixed. This problem is likely to result in major traffic delays in that area. The public is asked to use alternative routes if possible.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 08/15/15, 1445 hrs.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:

Firearm Arrest

DATE/TIME:

8-16-15 / 0305 hours

LOCATION:

Second Street @ “A” Street

VICTIM(S):

SUSPECT(S):

Jose Torres, 28 Year Old Oxnard Resident
Horacio Juarez, 23 Year Old Oxnard Resident

WITNESS(ES):

SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):

LOSS:

PREPARED BY:

Jeff McGreevy, Sergeant

CONTACT PERSON &
CONTACT INFO:

Alex Arnett, Sergeant Violent Crimes Unit, 385-7600

DETAILS:On 8-16-15 at about 0305 hours, an Oxnard Police Officer stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation near the intersection of Second Street and “A” Street. A records check revealed that the rear passenger was on searchable probation related to narcotics violations. The officer had the driver (Jose Torres) and the rear passenger (Horacio Juarez) exit the vehicle to exercise the probation terms. During a search of the vehicle a Taurus .38 caliber revolver was found on the rear floorboard area where Juarez had been sitting. A records check revealed that the firearm was stolen in 2014 out of the Sheriff’s area(RB#14-7260). Jose Torres was arrested for driving under the influence of drugs and possession of drugs. Horacio Juarez was arrested for several firearms violations. Oxnard Police case# 15-89024

In an effort to address the 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 http://www.venturacountycrimestopper.org/contact.aspx.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 8-15-15 / 1915 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Eric S. Sonstegard
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Attempt Kidnap and Indecent Exposure
DATE/TIME:	November 11, 2015 / 8:48 a.m.
LOCATION:	500 block Eastwood Drive
VICTIM(S):	Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S):	Black male adult, 20-25, black jacket, and black striped shirt
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	White sedan
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Alex Rangel, Sergeant (805) 385-7600
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Officer Christian Aldrete, (805) 385-7600

DETAILS:

On November 11, 2015 at approximately 8:48 a.m. a 55-year-old victim was collecting recyclables in the north alley of the 500 block of Eastwood Drive when the suspect drove eastbound through the alley, stopped next to the victim, and got out of the vehicle. The suspect had a short conversation with the victim and exposed himself to her. The suspect then grabbed the victim’s arm and pulled her towards his vehicle. The victim screamed and resisted at which time the suspect released her, ran to his car, and drove away eastbound in the alley. The suspect vehicle is only described as a white sedan.

The Oxnard Police Department continues to encourage residents to be partners in public safety. Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600, or the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (805) 222-8477 and www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org

DATE / TIME PREPARED: November 11, 2015 / 6:00 p.m.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Eric S. Sonstegard
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Subject in possession of a loaded handgun in a vehicle
DATE/TIME:	11/29/15 @ 1240 hours
LOCATION:	Martin Luther King Dr @ Sonata Dr
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Ricardo Guerrero, Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Daniel Whitmer, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	[email protected] 805-385-7600

DETAILS:
On November 29, 2015 at approximately 12:40 PM, officers conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Martin Luther King Dr and Sonata Dr. Officers contacted three subjects in the vehicle which ultimately led them to search the vehicle and all three occupants.

Officers searched Ricardo Guerrero and found a loaded firearm in his possession. Guerrero immediately started fighting and resisting the officers when the firearm was located. Guerrero was taken into custody and arrested for possessing a loaded firearm and for resisting arrest.

The Oxnard Police Department continues to encourage residents to be partners in public safety as part of the Operation Safer and Stronger Initiative. Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600, or you can remain anonymous by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (805) 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: 11/29/15 @ 1600 hours

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Serious Injury Traffic Collision
DATE/TIME:	December 16, 2015 / 1010 hours
LOCATION:	Victoria Avenue at Pier Walk
DRIVER:	John Albert Kellas, 67 years, Oxnard Resident
VEHICLE:	Silver, 1999 Dodge Viper
PREPARED BY:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Sergeant (805) 385-7847 [email protected]
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Traffic Officer Jesus Sedeno (805) 385-7750 [email protected]

DETAILS:
On Wednesday, December 16, 2015, at about 10:10 a.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to the intersection of Victoria Avenue and Pier Walk in reference to an injury collision involving a single vehicle.

Preliminary investigation indicates that the Dodge was traveling northbound on Victoria Avenue approaching the intersection of Pier Walk. For an unknown reason, the Dodge lost control and collided with the block wall located at the northeast corner of the intersection. The driver of the Dodge, John Kellas, was partially ejected from the vehicle and sustained significant injuries from the collision. He was transported from the scene to the Ventura County Medical Center where he is currently listed in stable condition.

It is unknown if alcohol and/or drugs are factors in the collision. The collision is still under investigation.

If anyone has information about this collision, please contact Traffic Officer Jesus Sedeno at 805-385-7750 or via email at [email protected].

DATE / TIME PREPARED: December 16, 2015 at 1830 hours

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint
DATE/TIME:	December 19, 2015 / 2000-0300 hours
LOCATION:	City of Oxnard
PREPARED BY:	Jamie Brown, Traffic Coordinator
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Jamie Brown (805) 385-7749 [email protected]

DETAILS:
On Saturday, December 19, 2015, between the hours of 8:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., the Oxnard Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a multiple location DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint at undisclosed locations within the city limits. Officers will be looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment with officers checking drivers for proper licensing while delaying motorists only momentarily. Specially trained officers will be available to evaluate those suspected of drug-impaired driving.

The Oxnard Police Department wants everyone to be safe this holiday season and to remind all drivers to think before you drive. It’s simple; if you choose to drink, don’t drive. We also understand that there are many occasions during this time of year such as holiday gatherings with family and friends where drinking alcohol is a part of the celebration. Make the proper arrangements prior to drinking so that everyone stays safe. During this holiday season, the Oxnard Police Department will routinely deploy officers for dedicated impaired driving enforcement in an effort to keep our roadways safe.

So far this year, Oxnard Police Officers have arrested over 500 drivers for driving while under the influence of alcohol, drugs or under the combined influence of alcohol and drugs. In addition, officers have investigated over 250 impaired driving collisions that caused injuries to over 140 people.

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 ‘Report Drunk Drivers – Call 9-1-1.’

DATE / TIME PREPARED: December 16, 2015 / 1600 hours