OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Subject in possession of a Loaded Handgun
DATE/TIME:	December 18, 2015 / 1842 hours
LOCATION:	1800 Block of Napoleon Avenue
VICTIM(S):	California, State of
SUSPECT(S):	Jose Cardenas, 20 years, Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Greg Harasymowycz
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Greg Harasymowycz (805) 385-7600 Gregory.harasymowycz@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On December 18, 2015, at approximately 6:42 pm, Officers responded to a burglary call for service in the 1800 block of Napoleon Avenue, Oxnard. It was reported that there were suspicious subjects still loitering in the area, who may be involved. Upon arrival, Officers contacted the group of subjects and checked the area for contraband. A loaded firearm was located during the search and Jose Cardenas, a 20 year old Oxnard Resident, was arrested for firearm related charges. Cardenas was booked into Ventura County Jail for the violations.

At the beginning of 2014, the Oxnard Police Department launched the Operation Safer and Stronger initiative, as well as the Firearms Strike Team (FAST) led by the Violent Crimes Unit, to proactively remove firearms from prohibited persons in the city. The objective of the initiative and FAST is to reduce gun violence in Oxnard through education, intervention and enforcement.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: December 19, 2015 / 1:00 a.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Fatal Traffic Collision
DATE/TIME:	December 29, 2015 / 2203 hours
LOCATION:	Saviers Road at Date Street
DRIVER:	Unidentified Male, deceased
PASSENGER:	Angela Aguilera, 20 years, Oxnard Resident
VEHICLE:	Burgundy, 2006 Nissan Maxima
PREPARED BY:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Sergeant (805) 385-7847 brian.woolley@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Maria Peña (805) 385-7750 maria.pena@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On Tuesday, December 29, 2015, at about 10:03 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to the intersection of Saviers Road and Date Street in reference to an injury collision involving a single vehicle.

Preliminary investigation indicates that the Nissan was traveling southbound on Saviers Road approaching the intersection of Date Street. For an unknown reason, the Nissan lost control, veered off the roadway and collided with a large tree located at the south west corner of the intersection. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene. A female passenger, Angela Aguilera, was transported from the scene to the Ventura County Medical Center where she is listed in stable condition with moderate injuries.

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 Senior Officer Maria Peña at 805-385-7750 or via email at maria.pena@oxnardpd.org.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: December 30, 2015 at 0200 hours

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	At Risk Missing Person
DATE/TIME:	Last Seen on January 5, 2016
LOCATION:	Department of Motor Vehicles Parking Lot, 4050 Saviers Road, Oxnard
MISSING PERSON:	Harry “Don” Donald Pitcher – 85 years
MISSING VEHICLE:	Teal Green, 2000 Dodge Caravan 4KXS088
PREPARED BY:	Officer Martin Garcia (805) 385-7600
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Lynette Fenton, Missing Person Specialist (805)385-7646, Lynette.Fenton@Oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
(Oxnard, Ca.) – The Oxnard Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Harry “Don” Donald Pitcher. Mr. Pitcher was last seen in his vehicle in the parking lot of the DMV office located at 4030 Saviers Road in the City of Oxnard. He is described as a white male, 6 feet tall, weighing 180 pounds with grey hair and hazel eyes. He was last seen wearing a red hooded sweatshirt, a grey shirt and dark colored pants. Mr. Pitcher suffers from dementia.

If Mr. Pitcher is located, you are urged to call the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7740.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: January 5 / 1900 hours

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Hit and Run Traffic Collision (Vehicle/Pedestrian)
DATE/TIME:	January 12, 2016 / 12:39 p.m.
LOCATION:	Vineyard Plaza (2300 Block of North Oxnard Blvd)
DRIVER:	Unknown
PEDESTRIAN:	Ursulo Rodriguez, 95 years old, Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Ricardo Vazquez, Traffic Sergeant (805) 385-7847 ricardo.vazquez@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Jamie Brown (805) 385-7749 jamie.brown@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On January 12, 2016, at about 12:39 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS responded to a hit and run traffic collision involving a vehicle and a 95-year-old pedestrian identified as Ursulo Rodriguez. The collision occurred in the Vineyard Plaza located in the 2300 block of North Oxnard Blvd.

Preliminary investigation indicates that an unknown vehicle collided into the pedestrian in a parking lot. After the collision, the driver fled in the vehicle in an unknown direction. The pedestrian was transported to the Ventura County Medical Center and is listed in critical 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 Senior Officer Jamie Brown at 805-385-7749 or via email at jamie.brown@oxnardpd.org. 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.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: January 12, 2015 / 9:15 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT: Home Invasion Robbery
DATE/TIME: January 28, 2016
LOCATION: La Colonia Neighborhood
VICTIM(S): Female Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S): Ernie Duran, 35 year old Oxnard Resident Frankie Duran, 29 year old Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY: Det. Edgar Fernandez, (805) 385-7600, edgar.fernandez@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO: Det. James Crilly, (805) 385-7600 james.crilly@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS: On January 28, 2016, at about 1000 hours, Oxnard Police Officers responded to a call of a burglary to a residence. Upon arrival it was determined that two suspects had gained entry into a residence through an unlocked window. Female victim was inside the residence and confronted the suspects. She was physically assaulted and restrained by the suspects prior to leaving the residence with stolen property.

The female was able to break free from her restraints and contacted a neighbor who subsequently contacted the Oxnard Police Department for assistance. Members of the Oxnard Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit responded to the residence and were able to quickly identify two possible suspects. The suspects were positively identified by the victim. Investigators, along with the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit, were able to locate the suspects and take them into custody.

If anyone has further information, they are encouraged to call Oxnard PD at (805) 385-7796. 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 28, 2015 / 7:10 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Motorcycle Safety Enforcement
DATE/TIME:	February 07, 2016 / 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
PREPARED BY:	Jamie Brown, Traffic Coordinator (805) 385-7749 jamie.brown@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Jamie Brown, Traffic Coordinator (805) 385-7749 jamie.brown@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

Improving Motorcycle Safety Aim of Oxnard Police Department Operation

Careless motorists as well as riders get special scrutiny

The Oxnard Police Department will be conducting a specialized Motorcycle Safety Enforcement Operation on Sunday, February 7, 2016, in an effort to lower deaths and injuries. Extra officers will be on duty patrolling areas frequented by motorcyclists and where motorcycle crashes occur. Officers will be looking for violations made by drivers and riders alike that can lead to motorcycle crashes. They will be cracking down on both those operating regular vehicles and motorcycles who are violating traffic safety laws.

Motorcycle fatalities jumped dramatically in California by over 28 percent from a decade low of 352 in 2010. In 2013, 453 motorcyclists lost their lives, which is at a 5 year high. California collision data reveals that primary causes of motorcycle-involved crashes include speeding, unsafe turning and impairment due to alcohol and other drugs by both riders and drivers alike.

Operations like this are aimed at curbing any more rises in motorcycle deaths and sending the numbers back downward. Over the course of the past three years, motorcycle involved collisions within the City of Oxnard have resulted in five fatal collisions and 102 injury collisions.

The Oxnard Police Department wants to make everyone aware of precautions that can be taken to reduce the number and severity of collisions involving motorcyclists. Motorcyclists and drivers are reminded to be safe and follow these safety tips:

Safety tips for riders – See and Be Seen:
·         Use your lane position to increase visibility; change lanes only when there is ample room
·         Match your speed to surrounding traffic
·         Always wear a DOT compliant helmet and brightly colored, protective clothing
·         Ride with lights on during daylight hours

Safety tips for drivers – Share the Road:
·         Look twice for motorcyclists, especially when entering the roadway, turning or changing lanes
·         Motorcyclist are allowed in HOV lanes unless prohibited by signage

Riders are urged to get training through the California Motorcyclist Safety Program. Information and training locations are available at http://www.californiamotorcyclist.com/ or 1-877 RIDE 411 (1-877-743-3411).

Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The message to all drivers and motorcyclists is: share in the responsibility and do your part by safely “sharing the road.”

DATE / TIME PREPARED: February 05, 2016 / 5:00 p.m.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Officer-Involved Shooting
DATE/TIME:	February 16, 2016 / Approx. 9:40 am
LOCATION:	3000 block of Saviers Road
PREPARED BY:	Miguel Lopez, (805) 385-7631 miguel.lopez@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Miguel Lopez, (805) 385-7631 miguel.lopez@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS: On February 16, 2016, at approximately 9:40 a.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department were dispatched to a report of a suspect threatening the public in the 3000 block of Saviers Road. Officers made contact with the subject, and an officer involved shooting took place. Preliminary reports indicate the subject received a non-fatal injury and was transported to a local hospital.

At the time of this release, the investigation is still ongoing and investigators are on scene. An updated news release will be forthcoming when additional information is gathered.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 2/16/16 10:40 hrs.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Felony Vandalism
DATE/TIME:	01/26/08 at 1910 hours
LOCATION:
VICTIM/S:	City of Oxnard
SUSPECT/S:	15 year-old Oxnard resident
WITNESS/ES:
SUSPECT VEHICLE:
LOSS:	In excess of $1,000
PREPARED BY:	Officer Bakari Myers

DETAILS:

On 1/26/08, at 7:10PM a 15-year-old Oxnard juvenile was arrested for felony graffiti vandalism. The vandalism occurred in the Garden City Acres Park located at 5302 Cypress Rd. in Oxnard. The park is relatively new and has been clean of graffiti. The juvenile spray-painted the name of an Oxnard street gang on the wall. The juvenile also spray painted his “street name” as well as a companions “street name.” Graffiti Detective Sandra Kujawa determined the amount of graffiti on the wall qualified the crime as a felony and the clean up would cost the city in excess of 1,000 dollars. An on-duty Oxnard Police officer was patrolling the area and observed the graffiti as it was in progress. The juvenile was arrested without incident.

An investigation is continuing.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Carjacking/ Attempt Murder
DATE/TIME:	01/31/08
LOCATION:	900 block of Cedar Ct., Oxnard
VICTIM/S:	Marceleno R. Vasquez, 23 years, Oxnard resident
SUSPECT/S:	Two Hispanic males armed with a knife, no further description
WITNESS/ES:
SUSPECT VEHICLE:	Unknown
LOSS:	Multiple stab wounds wound to the upper body
PREPARED BY:	Fred Sedillos, Sergeant, Violent Crimes Unit

DETAILS:

On 01/31/08 Patrol officers received a call of an injury accident in the 900 block of Elm Ct. Upon their arrival they discover the victim’s vehicle abandoned in the front yard of a private residence. The vehicle had collided with a chain link fence. An additional call was received of a battery victim at 920 Cedar Ct. Patrol officers discovered the victim suffering from stab wounds. He was transported to SJRMC by ambulance. The subsequent investigation revealed that the victim was assaulted in the 900 block of Cedar Ct while attempting to park his vehicle. The victim stated he was approached by two suspects. The suspects stabbed the victim and then stole his vehicle. For reasons unknown the suspects drove around the block to Elm Ct. where they crashed the vehicle and then fled. The victim suffered multiple stab wounds and his condition was described as serious.

ANYONE WITH INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT DET. Ken Peeples @ 486-6297. CALLERS CAN ALSO REMAIN ANONYMOUS BY CALLING 982-7043

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

At 5:30 this morning seven Oxnard traffic officers set out to find people who had left their vehicles running and unattended. This continues to be an on-going problem in the city of Oxnard. In fact, approximately 1/3 of all cars reported stolen in Oxnard are stolen when left running and unattended.

Between 5:30 and 8:00 am these seven officers wrote 28 citations – each costing the perpetrator a fine of $65.

We have done these types of sweeps in the past and will continue to do them in the future. The last two such operations yielded more than 60 citations each so we are hopeful that Oxnard residents are getting the message that this type of behavior is unacceptable.

David Keith, Spokesperson