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/Possession of Narcotics for Sale
DATE/TIME:	7/4/14 12:01 a.m.
LOCATION:	“C” Street/Elm Street
VICTIM(S):	Name withheld, State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Marco Antonio Garcia, 30 year old resident of Oxnard Reina Nichole Gallardo, 26 year old resident of Oxnard
PREPARED BY:	Officer Garrett Knowles, (805) 385-7600 [email protected]
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Officer Garrett Knowles, (805) 385-7600 [email protected]

DETAILS:
On 07/04/14, at approximately 12:01 a.m., officers observed a stolen 1992 Honda Civic, with two occupants, driving southbound on “C” Street. A traffic stop was conducted and both occupants were taken into custody.

During the investigation, a large amount of narcotics was located on both occupants. It is believed that both subjects were in possession of the narcotics with the intent to distribute. In addition, narcotic paraphernalia was also located inside of the vehicle.

Investigators are encouraging anyone with information about this incident to contact Officer Garrett Knowles at (805) 385-7600. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 7/4/14 6:45 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:	Armed Robbery at 7-Eleven
DATE/TIME:	Monday, July 7, 2014 at 10:05 p.m.
LOCATION:	7-Eleven convenience store located at 1955 S. Patterson Rd., Oxnard, CA
SUSPECT(S):	Male, 20s, 5’8”, 180 to 200 pounds, wearing a black jacket and blue jeans
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 Monday, July 7, 2014, at about 10:05 p.m., the Oxnard Police Department received a call of an armed robbery at the 7-11 store located at 1955 S. Patterson Road in Oxnard. The store clerk told officers that a male entered the store, dressed in a black jacket, blue jeans and wearing a ski mask. The male brandished a weapon and demanded that the cash register be opened, in which the clerk complied. After he left the store the clerk called 911. The male is believe to be in his 20s, 5’8’, weighing anywhere from 180-200 pounds.

The investigation is ongoing. If anyone witnessed this robbery or has any information about this case, please call the Oxnard Police Department’s Communication Center at (805) 385-7740. Your call will be answered at any time. 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.aspxto submit a tip via text or email.

DATE / TIME PREPARED:July 8, 2014 at 4 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:	Multiple Vehicle Burglaries
DATE/TIME:	Various Dates & Times
LOCATION:	City Buffet at 1600 Ives Avenue, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Multiple
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown
PREPARED BY:	Detective Lucy Buttell [email protected] (805) 385-7605
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Miguel Lopez [email protected] (805) 385-7631

DETAILS: (OXNARD, Calif) In an effort to keep residents informed, engaged, and empowered to address crime trends, the Oxnard Police Department has identified a pattern in the area of the City Buffet, 1600 Ives Avenue, in the City of Oxnard.

The target vehicles belong to patrons that are left unlocked or with valuables left unattended in vehicles. The Oxnard Police Department would like to remind and encourage community members to secure their vehicles and not leave valuables in plain sight. Community members are encouraged to call the Oxnard Police Department with information on any suspicious persons or activity.

Below we offer some tips to help prevent burglaries to your vehicle:

·         An unlocked car is an invitation to a thief – lock your vehicle before leaving it and take the keys.
·         Close all of the windows – thieves can open vehicles through the smallest of openings.
·         Lock your vehicle even if you only make a brief stop at a gas station, store or mall.
·         At night, park in well-lit and active areas.
·         Keep your registration in your wallet or purse, not in the car.
·         Do not leave your garage door opener in your vehicle. It can be stolen and used to return and enter your house (with an address they can obtain from any mailings in your vehicle).

This investigation is ongoing. If anyone has witnessed these incidents or has any information about this case, please call the Oxnard Police Department’s Communication Center at (805) 385-7740. Your call will be answered at any time – can be anonymous – and translators are available. In addition, you may also call Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477, to report a crime anonymous.

You can also visit this site http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspxto submit a tip via text or email.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 07/17/14, 12:30 pm.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Possession of handgun arrest
DATE/TIME:	7-17-14 /1830 hours
LOCATION:	“E” Street at Yucca Street
VICTIM(S):	State of CA
SUSPECT(S):	Anthony Lopez, 22 years, Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):	None
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Bicycle
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Marty Meyer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Marty Meyer, (805) 207-7078, [email protected]

DETAILS:

On 7-17-14, at 1830 hours, officers stopped Anthony Lopez, 22 years, Oxnard resident, for a traffic violation as Lopez rode his bicycle on “E” Street near Yucca Street. Officers conducted a search and found a loaded semi-automatic handgun in Lopez’ front pants pocked. Narcotics were also located. Lopez was arrested and charged for a number of weapons-related offenses including possessing a concealed loaded firearm. He was also charged for possessing the narcotics.

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 http://www.ventura countycrimestopper.org/contact.aspx.

Date / Time Prepared: 7-17-14 / 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 Juvenile in Possession of a Firearm
DATE/TIME:	August 1, 2014/9:16 a.m.
LOCATION:	300 Block of Cuesta Del Mar
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	16 year old male; Oxnard resident
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Denise Shadinger, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Denise Shadinger, Sergeant, (805) 385-7600

DETAILS:

On August 1, 2014 at approximately 9:16 a.m., an officer was on patrol in the 300-400 block of Cuesta del Mar. The officer contacted a male juvenile, who immediately fled from the officer. The juvenile was detained after a brief foot pursuit. The juvenile discarded a loaded .22 caliber handgun during the foot pursuit.

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.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: August 1, 2014/11:00 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:	Arrest of Post Release Offender for hit and run, drug possession, and warrants
DATE/TIME:	Monday, August 11, 2014 at 7:49 p.m.
LOCATION:	Victoria Av. and Woolley Rd.
SUSPECT(S):	Lewis Avalos, 30 years, Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	White Cadillac CTS
PREPARED BY:	Scott Hebert, Commander

DETAILS:

On Monday August 11, 2014, at approximately 7:49 p.m., an Oxnard officer attempted to make a traffic stop on a driver who failed to stop at a stop sign at Hill St. and J St. When the officer turned around to stop the vehicle, the driver fled at a high rate of speed and drove in a reckless manner in an attempt to avoid police contact. The officer tried to catch up to the vehicle as it sped westbound on Woolley Rd. toward Victoria Av., but was unable to do so. When the officer got to the intersection of Woolley Rd. and Victoria Av., he found the suspect vehicle had crashed into another vehicle. The driver and a passenger fled from the vehicle, with the suspect being caught a short time later attempting to flee on foot in an adjacent residential neighborhood. The passenger was not located. The driver of the other vehicle involved in the traffic collision was not injured.

The suspect in this incident, Lewis Avalos, was arrested for hit and run, resisting arrest, drug possession, and outstanding warrants. One of the warrants was for failing to report to probation as a condition of the Post Release Offender (PRO) program.

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 (irrespective of priors) 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 committing offense. Prior convictions are not considered.

Persons with information about this incident are encouraged to call the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7740.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: August 11, 2014 at 11:30 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:	Domestic with a Handgun and Vehicle Pursuit
DATE/TIME:	8/18/14 @ 2000hrs
LOCATION:	700 Block of Nandina Pl, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Anthony Carbajal (24) Oxnard resident
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Grey Infinity
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Cumming
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Cumming (805) 385-7600

DETAILS:

On Monday August 18, 2014 Oxnard police responded to the 700 block of Nandina Place reference a domestic with a handgun involved. Upon arrival, officers learned that Anthony Carbajal had been involved in an argument with the mother of his 3 year old child. Carbajal fled the residence in his car before police arrived, taking his son with him.

Officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit located Carbajal driving north on Ventura Rd and attempted to conduct a traffic stop. Carbajal tried to evade officers and a 5 minute pursuit began reaching speeds of 60mph. He led officers back to the 700 block of Nandina Place where he stopped and was taken into custody without further incident.

A search of the vehicle revealed a small quantity of narcotics, ammunition and a handgun magazine. The 3 year old child was also inside the vehicle and unharmed.

Carbajal was booked for battery, child endangerment, evading the police, violation of a domestic restraining order and several firearms charges.

If anyone has information about this incident, they are encouraged to call the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7740.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 8/18/14 @ 10pm

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 and injured
DATE/TIME:	Monday, September 1, 2014 at 9:10 p.m.
LOCATION:	1500 Block of East Second Street, Oxnard, CA
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 Monday, September 1, 2014, at about 9:10 p.m., a man was shot in the street in the 1500 block of East Second Street in Oxnard. He was shot at least once and is expected to survive his injuries. There are few details on the shooting.

The man was transported to Ventura County Medical Center. There are no suspects in custody and the investigation is ongoing.

If anyone witnessed this shooting or has any information about this case, please call the Oxnard Police Department’s Communication Center at (805) 385-7740 at anytime. 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.aspxto submit a tip via text or email.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: September 2, 2014 at 1 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:	Arrest of Post Release Offender for Burglary
DATE/TIME:	09/07/2014 4:18 P.M
LOCATION:	4300 Block S. A St.
SUSPECT(S):	Reyes Cardona, 42 years, Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Rob Flinn

DETAILS:

On September 7, 2014 at approximately 4:18 p.m., Oxnard police officers responded to the area of the 4300 block of South A Street reference a subject who was observed by neighboring witnesses breaking into an occupied residence.

The subject, identified as Reyes Cardona, was observed by police attempting to flee the area. He was arrested after a brief chase and taken into custody without incident. Cardona is in the Post Release Offender (PRO) program.

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 (irrespective of priors) 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 committing offense. Prior convictions are not considered.

The Oxnard Police Department encourages residents to be partners in public safety as part of the Operation Safer and Stronger initiative. This is an example of a witness who saw a crime occurring, called the police, and provided the appropriate information. Persons with information about this incident are encouraged to call the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7740.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: September 7, 2014 at 6:30 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:	Stolen property recovered – man arrested
DATE/TIME:	Sunday, September 8, 2014, 11:30 p.m.
LOCATION:	100 Block of Frank Avenue, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Ramiro Vargas, 35 years, from Oxnard
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Luis McArthur, Field Services Bureau [email protected] (805) 385-7746
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Nathan Martin, Investigative Services Bureau [email protected] (805) 385-7755

(OXNARD, Calif) – On Sunday, September 8, 2014, at approximately 11:30 p.m., Oxnard Police Officer Jack Martin saw Ramiro Vargas riding an off road motorcycle in the area of Frank Avenue and Samuel Avenue in Oxnard. The officer stopped Vargas because the motorcycle did not have any lights on at night and was not registered. The motorcycle turned out to be stolen. Vargas had a small amount of methamphetamine.

Vargas was on probation and officers searched his house and found it to be full of items confirmed were stolen from recent commercial burglaries. Some of the items recovered included plumbing wrenches, compressors, jack hammers, hacksaws, spray paint, rolls of copper wire and bicycles among other tools and electronics. Officers found a large amount of methamphetamine in his room as well.

Vargas was arrested and booked at Ventura County Jail on multiple counts of burglary, possession of stolen property, possession of a controlled substance, and theft of a motorcycle. His bail is set at $50,000

Detectives from the Property Crimes Unit are still investigating this case and believe that Vargas may be responsible for other burglaries. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Nathan Martin at (805) 385-7755. 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: September 9, 2014, 12:15 p.m.