OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Man arrested with drugs and loaded stolen gun
FECHA / HORA:	Enero 20, 2018 @ 5:15 p.m.
UBICACIÓN:	Oxnard Blvd.. @ Gonzales Rd.
VÍCTIMA(S):	Estado de California
SOSPECHOSO(S):	Carlos Torres, 31 residente de Oxnard años de edad
PREPARADO POR:	Robert Flinn, Sargento
PERSONA DE CONTACTO e información de contacto:	Robert Flinn Robert.flinn@oxnardpd.org

DETALLES:

En enero 20, 2018, en aproximadamente 5:15 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Oxnard Boulevard and Gonzales Road.

Officers contacted the driver of the vehicle who was identified as Carlos Torres. Officers determined Torres to be under the influence of a controlled substance and he was arrested. Durante el registro de su vehículo, officers located a loaded 9mm handgun within arm’s reach of a four year old child in the back seat. The gun was later found to be stolen from a burglary in Oxnard in 2009. Officers additionally found narcotics in the vehicle belonging to the suspect.

Suspect Torres was arrested on four felony charges and four misdemeanor charges ranging from child endangerment, posesión de propiedad robada, under the influence with a firearm and being in possession of a concealed loaded firearm in a vehicle.

La Unidad de Policía de Oxnard Especial de Aplicación (Unidad de pandillas) se ha comprometido a reducir los crímenes de pandillas y la violencia armada en la ciudad de Oxnard a través de la aplicación estricta de las leyes específicamente la orientación conocida, pandilleros activos que residen en la ciudad. Se recuerda a los ciudadanos a ponerse en contacto con el departamento de policía cuando observan actividades sospechosas o son testigos de un crimen.

Unidad de Ejecución especial del Departamento de Policía de Oxnard se ha comprometido a reducir los crímenes de pandillas y la violencia armada en la ciudad de Oxnard a través de la aplicación estricta de las leyes específicamente la orientación conocida, pandilleros activos que residen en la ciudad. Si alguien tiene información con respecto a la actividad criminal en contacto con el Departamento de Policía de Oxnard a (805) 385-7600, o puede permanecer en el anonimato llamando a los Crime Stoppers del Condado de Ventura en (800) 222-8477. También puede visitar este sitio: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org en enviar una sugerencia a través de texto o correo electrónico.

FECHA / TIEMPO DE PREPARACIÓN: Enero 20, 2018 / 7:30 P.M

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Serious injury hit and run traffic collision involving a pedestrian
FECHA / HORA:	Enero 20, 2018 / 10:25 a.m.
UBICACIÓN:	Ventura Road north of Devonshire Drive, Oxnard
PEATONAL:	Jason Gonzalez, 30-residente de Oxnard años de edad,
VEHÍCULO:	Black newer model midsize vehicle similar to a Chevy Camaro
PREPARADO POR:	Ricardo Vazquez, tráfico sargento (805) 385-7847 ricardo.vazquez@oxnardpdorg
PERSONA DE CONTACTO e información de contacto:	Manuel Perez, Oficial de tráfico (805) 385-7750 manuel.perez@oxnardpd.org

DETALLES:

En enero 20, 2018, en aproximadamente 10:25 a.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to a hit and run collision involving a pedestrian which occurred in the southbound lanes of Ventura Road north of Devonshire Drive. Cuando llegaron los agentes, they discovered a 30-year-old male pedestrian in the roadway who had been struck by a vehicle. The pedestrian was identified as Jason Gonzalez of Oxnard. He sustained major injuries and was transported to the Ventura County Medical Center where he is listed in critical condition.

Basado en la investigación inicial, it was determined that Gonzalez was walking northbound along the west curb line of Ventura Road and was struck by a black newer model midsize vehicle similar to a Chevy Camaro. The vehicle was described as having dark tinted windows and should have damage to the right front quarter panel as a result of the collision. After the pedestrian was struck, the vehicle was seen fleeing the area southbound on Ventura Road.

It is unknown at this time if alcohol or drugs were involved. La Ciudad de Oxnard ofrece una $10,000 recompensa por información que conduzca al arresto y condena de un sospechoso(s) involved in hit and run traffic collisions. You can remain anonymous by calling the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070 o Ventura County Crime Stoppers al (800) 222-8477. También puede visitar este sitio http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org a presentar una punta a través de texto o correo electrónico.

La colisión es todavía bajo investigación. Anyone who has information about this collision is urged to contact Officer Manuel Perez at (805) 385-7750 o por correo electrónico a manuel.perez@oxnardpd.org.

FECHA / TIEMPO DE PREPARACIÓN: Enero 20, 2018 / 4:00 p.m.

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint/Enforcement Saturation Results
FECHA / HORA:	Viernes, Enero 19, 2018 8:00 p.m. a 3:00 a.m.
UBICACIÓN:	Ciudad de Oxnard
PREPARADO POR:	Paul Knapp, Oficial superior
PERSONA DE CONTACTO e información de contacto:	Paul Knapp, Oficial superior (805) 385-7750 paul.knapp@oxnardpd.org

DETALLES:

El viernes, Enero 19, 2018, entre las horas de 8:00 p.m. y 3:00 a.m., agentes del Departamento de Policía de Oxnard llevaron a cabo puesto de control de licencia de un DUI / de conducir en la ciudad de Oxnard. El punto de control se llevó a cabo en los carriles hacia el sur de Oxnard Boulevard, al sur de la impulsión Spur. This location was chosen to provide increased DUI deterrence and in response to recent alcohol-related arrests and/or DUI collisions.

Additional officers conducted a DUI saturation patrol throughout the city.

El punto de control resultó en los siguientes:

959 vehicles through
737 los conductores examinados
Five DUI investigations
Cuatro detenciones alcohol DUI
One DUI alcohol/drug arrest
Una orden de arresto menor
One citation issued to unlicensed driver
Five total citations issued
Dos vehículos remolcados

The DUI saturation patrol resulted in the following:

Eight DUI investigations
Cuatro detenciones alcohol DUI
Un arresto por drogas DUI
One citation issued to an unlicensed driver
14 citas totales emitidos
Un vehículo remolcado

El Departamento de Policía de Oxnard continuará llevando a cabo operaciones de aplicación de DUI este año. Estas operaciones son un esfuerzo por reducir el número de accidentes relacionados con el alcohol y hacer nuestras carreteras y comunidad más segura. Recordamos también a las personas que si ven a un conductor incapacitado para marcar 911. Estas operaciones de aplicación de DUI son financiados por becas de la Oficina de Seguridad Vial de California (OTS) ya través de la Administración Nacional de Seguridad Vial.

Para cualquier pregunta relacionada con DUI y la aplicación del tráfico, please contact Senior Officer Paul Knapp at (805) 385-7750 o por correo electrónico a paul.knapp@oxnardpd.org.

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Oxnard Police K9 Suddenly Passes Away
FECHA / HORA:	Enero 18, 2018 @ 7 PM
PREPARADO POR:	Jason Benites, El jefe de policía asistente Jason.benites@oxnardpd.org
PERSONA DE CONTACTO e información de contacto:	Brett Smith, Police Sergeant Brett.smith@oxnardpd.org (805) 248-9122

DETALLES:

It is with great sadness that the Oxnard Police Department announces the sudden passing of one of its police service dogs, K9 Jax.

El miércoles, Enero 17, 2018, Jax began showing symptoms of an illness during regularly scheduled training. Jax was taken to a local veterinary hospital, and following a series of procedures, it was discovered that the 5 ½ year-old Belgian Malinois had a large, inoperable tumor near his heart and lungs. The tumor was bleeding, further compounding his condition, and impeding his lung function. Surrounded by his partner/handling officer, familia, and friends, Jax succumbed to his illness.

“With Jax’s passing, we have lost a beloved family member of the Oxnard Police Department” said Assistant Police Chief Jason Benites. “Our K9 officers are tightly bonded with their canine partners, who work tirelessly to help protect our community. Jax will be missed by many. Please keep Jax, his handler, and their family in your thoughts during this difficult time.”

Jax began his service with the Oxnard Police Department in 2013. He was known as a driven and determined award-winning K9. Jax’s most recent public appearance was in the 2018 Tournament of Roses Parade on the Lucy Pet Foundation float. More information about Jax can be found on Instagram under oxnardpolicek9.

FECHA / TIEMPO DE PREPARACIÓN: Enero 18, 2018 @ 11:10 PM

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Checkpoint Licencia DUI / Conducir s
FECHA / HORA:	Enero 19, 2018 / 8:00 p.m. - 3:00 a.m.
PREPARADO POR:	Jamie Brown, Oficial superior
PERSONA DE CONTACTO e información de contacto:	Jamie Brown, Oficial superior (805) 385-7749 jamie.brown @ oxnardpd.org

DETALLES:

Licencia DUI / controlador de punto de comprobación de Planificación de este viernes

La Unidad de Tráfico Departamento de Policía de Oxnard estará llevando a cabo una licencia de DUI / Conductor de Checkpoint el viernes, Enero 19, 2018, en un lugar secreto dentro de los límites de la ciudad en el horario de 8:00 p.m. a 3:00 a.m.

El efecto disuasorio de los puntos de control de DUI es un recurso comprobado para reducir el número de personas muertas y heridas en accidentes relacionados con el alcohol o las drogas.. Las investigaciones muestran que los accidentes que involucran conductores ebrios pueden reducirse hasta en un 20 por ciento cuando los puntos de control de DUI muy publicitados y patrullas de DUI proactivas se llevan a cabo de forma rutinaria. los puestos de control de DUI se colocan en lugares en base a estadísticas de colisión y frecuencia de los arrestos por DUI, que proporcione la mayor oportunidad para lograr borracho y drogado disuasión conducir. Ubicaciones se eligen con consideraciones de seguridad para los funcionarios y el público.

En California, este crimen mortal condujo a 867 muertes y más de 23,000 lesiones graves en 2013 porque alguien no designó a un conductor sobrio. Nacionalmente, Los últimos datos muestran más 10,000 fueron asesinados por un conductor incapacitado. En el transcurso de los últimos tres años, agentes de Oxnard han investigado 683 colisiones DUI, which have claimed eight lives and resulted in another 428 lesiones.

Los oficiales buscarán señales de alcoholismo y / o drogas y los oficiales revisarán a los conductores para obtener la licencia adecuada, lo que retrasará a los automovilistas solo momentáneamente.. Cuando sea posible, especialmente oficiales entrenados estarán disponibles para evaluar los sospechosos de conductores ebrios con las drogas, que ahora representa un número creciente de accidentes por conductores con discapacidad.

Estadísticas recientes revelan que 30 por ciento de los conductores en los accidentes fatales tenían una o más drogas en sus sistemas. Un estudio de los conductores activos mostraron más dio positivo para los medicamentos que perjudiquen conducción (14 por ciento) que hizo por el alcohol (7.3 por ciento). De los fármacos, marihuana era más prevalente, en 7.4 por ciento, un poco más de alcohol. Todo el mundo debe ser consciente de que si usted está tomando medicamentos - ya sean recetados o de venta libre - beber incluso pequeñas cantidades de alcohol puede intensificar en gran medida los efectos de deterioro.

Aplicación de la Ley destaca el carácter prevenible de conducir borracho recordando a todos que todo lo que necesita es un poco de planificación por delante. Designe a un conductor sobrio o llamar a un taxi. Pero cualquier cosa que hagas, no beber y conducir. La Oficina de Seguridad Vial de California DDVIP (Conductor designado VIP) aplicación móvil ya está disponible para su descarga gratuita en iOS y Android. Lanzado el año pasado, la nueva aplicación DDVIP ofrece características mejoradas, permitiendo a los usuarios del “mapa un Spot” con su ubicación actual para encontrar DDVIP asociarse establecimientos de su zona o una “Lista de puntos” para buscar todos los bares y restaurantes participantes en todo California. Los usuarios recibirán incentivos gratuitos en cada bar para celebrar su papel de salvar vidas.. Pueden mantenerse al día con lo último de DDVIP y ver lo que dicen otros usuarios a través de su pestaña social.. También a través de la aplicación, para aquellos que quieren empaparse sino también que sea un punto para planificar el futuro, Los usuarios pueden solicitar fácilmente un conductor sobrio de Uber, Lyft o encintado - todo desde una sola pantalla.

Los conductores tomados conductores ebrios pueden esperar que el impacto de un arresto por DUI para incluir tiempo en la cárcel, multas, matrícula, clases de DUI, otros gastos que pueden superar $10,000 por no hablar de la vergüenza cuando los amigos y familiares se enteran.

Los fondos para este puesto de control se proporciona al Departamento de Policía de Oxnard por una subvención de la Oficina de Seguridad Vial de California, través de la Administración Nacional de Seguridad Vial, recordando a todos a ‘Informe Conductor bebido - Llame al 9-1-1’.

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Orden de Registro de servicio / detención de armas de fuego
FECHA / HORA:	Enero 18, 07:00 A.M.
UBICACIÓN:	4600 Block Phoenix Drive
SOSPECHOSO(S):	Edgar Ventura, 19 residente de Oxnard años de edad Rafael Alvarado, 19 residente de Oxnard años de edad
PREPARADO POR:	Jess Aragón, Detective Jess.Aragon@Oxnardpd.org 805-207-9097
PERSONA DE CONTACTO e información de contacto:	Jess Aragón, Detective Jess.Aragon@Oxnardpd.org 805-207-9097

DETALLES:

En enero 18, 2018, en aproximadamente 07:00 a.m., Investigators with the Oxnard Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit (VCU) in conjunction with the Special Enforcement Unit (SU) y K-9 unidad sirvió una orden de allanamiento en una residencia en el 4600 block of Phoenix Drive, Ciudad de Oxnard. During the search warrant several firearms were located including two shotguns, a stolen handgun and over 100 rondas de municiones. Uno de los residentes, Edgar Ventura, was arrested for an outstanding felony warrant and firearm related charges. Ventura’s associate, Rafael Alvarado, was arrested for a felony violation of probation.

The search warrant was in response to the recent violence throughout the city. El Departamento de Policía de Oxnard, Unidad de Crímenes Violentos, and the Special Enforcement unit are committed to reducing gang crimes and gun violence in the City of Oxnard through strict enforcement of laws specifically targeting known and active gang members residing in the city. Citizens are reminded to contact the Oxnard Police Department when they observe suspicious activity or witness a crime.

Si alguien tiene más información, they are encouraged to call Detective Jess Aragon at (805) 207-9097. Si desea permanecer en el anonimato puede llamar a la línea directa de crímenes violentos en (805) 982-7070 o Ventura County Crime Stoppers al (800) 222-8477. También puede visitar este sitio www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org a presentar una punta a través de texto o correo electrónico.

FECHA / TIEMPO DE PREPARACIÓN: Enero 18, 2018 / 3:20 P.M.

Rafael Alvarado Edgar Ventura

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Habitantes de Halaco para desalojar la propiedad
FECHA / HORA:	Enero 17, 2018 en 6:30 AM
PREPARADO POR:	Melissa Valdez, Director de Asuntos de la Comunidad (805) 342-8292 melissa.valdez@oxnardpd.org
PERSONA DE CONTACTO e información de contacto:	Melissa Valdez, Director de Asuntos de la Comunidad (805) 342-8292 melissa.valdez@oxnardpd.org

DETALLES:

Al amanecer esta mañana, miembros del Equipo de Vigilancia de Vecindarios del Departamento de Policía de Oxnard con la asistencia de la Unidad de Ejecución Especial, Unidad de tráfico, y el Grupo de Trabajo de Patrulla del Departamento de Policía de Ventura dirigieron una operación en el sitio de Halaco, situado en 6200 Perkins Rd. The purpose of the operation was to follow up with the inhabitants that were previously directed to vacate the property by January 17, 2018. Halaco inhabitants had been repeatedly advised that they were trespassing on private property, and would be subject to arrest if they did not vacate the property by the deadline.

During this morning’s operation, police and social service workers contacted thirty-six (36) persons on the site. Todo 36 individuals voluntarily left the premises and it was not necessary to make any arrests for trespassing.

Assistant Chief Jason Benites said, “We are pleased that we did not have to arrest anyone for trespassing this morning. Though some individuals had outstanding arrest warrants, our preference from the beginning has been to seek compliance from those who have been camping there. Hopefully those who vacated the premises do not return, as they will face arrest if they do. ”

Siete (7) were arrested for outstanding warrants. Seventeen (17) vehicles that were determined to be either abandoned or inoperable were towed.

“We first had the abandoned, inoperable vehicles towed, in order to afford others with operable vehicles to remove them from the site,” said Benites. “Vehicles are a means for the people that are here to leave, and we did not want to take away that option from them.”

In order to assist Halaco inhabitants with their ability to vacate the site, Police and workers from Oxnard City Corps also offered to place personal belongings into temporary storage. Several of the Halaco inhabitants took that option. Items that were stored were first photographed, geo-coded with a mobile app, then cataloged for storage. Halaco inhabitants were given instructions how to make arrangements to retrieve their belongings at a later time. The City of Oxnard will hold such property for up to ninety (90) día; unclaimed property will then be subject to disposal.

The intersection of Perkins Rd. and McWane Blvd. is temporarily blocked with barricades for up to ninety (90) día, while the scheduled abatement of the property takes place. Vehicular, bicicleta, and pedestrian access is restricted south of the intersection, and the barricade is being monitored by security guards, 24 horas al día. Several “no trespassing” signs were also posted in conspicuous places to deter people from entering the site.

The Police Department will continue future sweeps through to the Halaco site, to ensure that people have not returned. All of the Halaco inhabitants have been advised that moving forward, any individual found to be trespassing on site will be taken into custody and charged with trespassing, un delito menor.

The Halaco site, formerly a recycling facility and currently an EPA superfund location, is not safe to inhabit. The living conditions are unsanitary. Accumulated piles of refuse raise health concerns, and have negative environmental impacts on the adjacent Ormond Beach Wetlands, a nature preserve with protected and endangered species.

To remedy concerns about this site, the City of Oxnard initiated an abatement process for the site in August of 2017. Once abatement work begins later this month, this process will consist of trash cleanup, debris removal, vegetation abatement, and demolition of free-standing concrete walls.

We encourage those seeking temporary shelter to visit the West County Winter Warming Shelter located at the Ventura National Guard Armory through March 31, 2018. The shelter opens nightly at 6 PM and provides a hot dinner meal, a place to sleep, showers and breakfast. The shelter is a County collaborative and is available for single occupants and families. For information concerning this, as well as additional services, the public can call “211” or (805) 385-1800.

We would like to remind the public that while the City of Oxnard does not provide any direct homeless services or emergency housing, the City does provide funding to several agencies and non-profit organizations that do provide such services. Below is a list of service agencies and places that provide assistance:

EMERGENCY HOUSING

If you are facing homelessness or are already homeless and need emergency housing:

Homelessness Prevention Program

Rapid Re-Housing Program

County of Ventura Human Services Agency

805-385-8585

www.vchsa.org/hprp

The Kingdom Center

(women and children only)

805-487-3400

www.tkcoxnard.org

Turning Point Foundation

(services for homeless with mental illness)

805-652-0000

www.turningpointfoundation.org

RAIN Project Transitional Living Center

805-389-3308

www.raincommunities.org

OTHER SERVICES FOR HOMELESS PERSONS

Community Action of Ventura County

Day-time One-Stop Center; mail drop, asesoramiento, job resources, showers

621 Richmond Ave., Oxnard CA 93030

805-436-4000

www.ca-vc.org

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Housing and utility assistance, health care, employment resources

Assistance hotline: 1-888-552-7872

FECHA / TIEMPO DE PREPARACIÓN: Enero 17, 2018/ 5:30 pm

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Gang Member Arrested for Possession of a Stolen Firearm
FECHA / HORA:	Enero 14, 2018, 12:40 AM.
UBICACIÓN:	Palm Drive and C Street
VÍCTIMA:	Estado de California
SOSPECHOSO(S):	David Gonzales, 30 años de edad, residente de Oxnard
PREPARADO POR:	Roque Rivera, Comunicado de prensa Actualización, Roque.rivera@oxnardpd.org (805) 385-7600
PERSONA DE CONTACTO e información de contacto:	Roque Rivera, Comunicado de prensa Actualización, Roque.rivera@oxnardpd.org (805) 385-7600

Detalles

En enero 14, 2018, en alrededor 12:40 A.m., officers from the Special Enforcement Unit conducted a traffic stop in the area of Palm Drive and C Street. El conductor del vehículo, David Gonzales was found to be under the influence of a controlled substance and arrested. Durante una búsqueda del vehículo, agentes localizaron un robados .357 caliber revolver as well as narcotics and paraphernalia indicative of drug sales. Gonzales is a documented gang member.

Gonzales was arrested and later booked into the Ventura County Jail for possessing a stolen firearm while under the influence of a controlled substance and possession of a controlled substance for sales.

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Delincuente en posesión de Detención Municiones
FECHA / HORA:	Enero 12, 2018 en 7:30 p.m.
UBICACIÓN:	100 BLK. Lupita St.
VÍCTIMA(S):	Estado de California
SOSPECHOSO(S):	Pablo Reynosa, 42-edad, Residente de Oxnard mary Salas, 38-edad, Residente de Oxnard
PREPARADO POR:	Bakari Myers, Sargento Bakari.Myers@Oxnardpd.org 805-385-7771
PERSONA DE CONTACTO e información de contacto:	Chris Williams, Comandante Christopher.williams@Oxnardpd.org 805-385-8290

DETALLES:

En 1/12/18, en aproximadamente 7:30 p.m., agentes de la Unidad de Ejecución Especial respondieron a una residencia en el 100 negro de Lupita St. to conduct a probation search and compliance check on Pablo Reynosa. Reynosa is currently on probation for burglary and a convicted felon who had been previously indicted in “Operation Supernova” in 2011. Operación Supernova dirigido narcotraficantes asociados con la Banda de la calle Colonia Penal Chiques.

Como agentes llegaron a la ubicación, ocupantes se atrincheraron en una habitación, in the residence. Officers received information that Reynosa was in possession of at least two firearms. Officers also received information that Reynosa was in the company of Marie Salas; a records check confirmed that she had a felony warrant. Officers surrounded the residence and attempted to make contact with Reynosa and Salas for over two hours.

Reynosa and Salas ultimately surrendered to officers and were taken into custody without incident. Officers searched Reynosa’s room and recovered three handgun magazines, one which was loaded. Officers also located a stun gun in Reynosa’s room. Reynosa was charged with being a felon in possession of ammunition, delincuente en posesión de un arma de aturdimiento, and for resisting arrest. Salas was arrested for her felony warrant.

Si alguien tiene información con respecto a la actividad criminal en contacto con el Departamento de Policía de Oxnard a (805) 385-7600, o puede permanecer en el anonimato llamando a los Crime Stoppers del Condado de Ventura en (800) 222-8477. También puede visitar este sitio www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org a presentar en la punta a través de texto o correo electrónico.

Pablo Reynosa Marie Salas

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Policía, Clero, y trabajadores de servicios sociales se asocian para la operación en el sitio de Halaco
FECHA / HORA:	Enero 12, 2018 @ 6:30 AM
PREPARADO POR:	Melissa Valdez, Director de Asuntos de la Comunidad (805) 342-8292 melissa.valdez@oxnardpd.org
PERSONA DE CONTACTO e información de contacto:	Melissa Valdez, Director de Asuntos de la Comunidad (805) 342-8292 melissa.valdez Comunicado de prensa Actualización

DETALLES:

En 6:30 AM this morning, miembros del Equipo de Vigilancia Vecinal y la Unidad de Tráfico del Departamento de Policía de Oxnard dirigieron una operación en el sitio de Halaco, situado en 6200 Perkins Rd. El objetivo del operativo fue dar seguimiento a los habitantes a los que previamente se les entregó un “aviso de desalojo” en octubre 19, 2017. The original notices provided direction to vacate the area by December 5, 2017. sin embargo, this date was extended to coincide with the opening of Ventura County Winter Warming Shelter, which experienced a delay in its opening.

The Police Department partnered with various social service providers and faith-based representatives to provide Halaco’s inhabitants with offers of assistance. Such assistance includes help in their relocation or decision to accept appropriate services. Since mid-2017, miembros del Departamento de Policía de Oxnard, along with social service providers including the Salvation Army, St. Vincent de Paul, Ventura County Homeless Services, and City departments have made numerous contacts with inhabitants at Halaco to offer them social services. By the end of November of 2017, ninety-three (93) persons had been contacted on this site and offered services. Ventura County Emergency Medical Services also provided hepatitis vaccinations to approximately thirty-five persons and flu shots for approximately forty (40) persons.

During this morning’s operation, police and service providers contacted forty-eight (48) persons on the site. Seis (6) of them indicated willingness to accept social services.

Another significant part of this operation was to notify all persons on the Halaco site that they were trespassing on private property, and they would be subject to arrest as of Miércoles, Enero 17, 2018. Flyers were distributed and a large sign was posted stating this. All vehicles on the premises were tagged with notices that they would be subject to towing on that date.

With its population of several dozen squatters living there, the Halaco site has placed a disproportionate demand on public safety resources over the past year. The location has been a leading “repeat service call” location, with calls for service ranging from violent crimes, property crimes, gang violence, and drug-related activity. A homicide involving one of its inhabitants occurred in January of 2017, as well as several violent crimes throughout the year. These crimes included two firearm-involved carjackings, one of which involved an Oxnard resident being kidnapped and taken to the site. An employee of a nearby business was assaulted with a knife by a Halaco inhabitant. Durante el 2017 Thanksgiving Holiday, a man was shot and another was battered with a hammer. Over a dozen stolen vehicles were recovered on the site in 2017, and more in the immediate area. The Fire Department has responded several dozen times to several fires, as well as injured persons and overdoses. Additional incidents with some connection to the Halaco site and/or its residents have also occurred in the surrounding area.

In order for the abatement to begin, all persons and vehicles on the site must vacate the premises. A deadline to vacate has been set for Miércoles, Enero 17, 2018. Starting on that date, the Police Department will begin enforcement operations at the site. Officers will arrest individuals found on the site, and all vehicles on the premises will be towed.

“Enforcement is most certainly not our preferred option,” said Assistant Police Chief Jason Benites. “We are hoping for compliance and would prefer to not have to arrest a single person, nor tow a single vehicle. The fact remains however, that this is private property currently undergoing an abatement process, and everyone must leave. This is also not a safe place for people to live. We also realize that the subject of homelessness is a difficult one, and we are doing everything that we can to give the Halaco inhabitants reasonable time to leave, as well as present them with numerous opportunities to accept services that are intended to help them address their situations.”

The Oxnard Police Department is working with social service providers and various clergy in an effort to encourage the occupants that it is in their best interests to leave the site voluntarily. We encourage those seeking temporary shelter to visit the West County Winter Warming Shelter located at the Ventura National Guard Armory through Marzo 31, 2018. The shelter opens nightly at 6 PM and provides a hot dinner meal, a place to sleep, showers and breakfast. The shelter is a County collaborative and is available for single occupants and families. For information concerning this, as well as additional services, the public can call “211” or (805) 385-1800.