NEWS RELEASE
DATE: March 21, 2024
SUBJECT: Man Stabbed, Dies in Oxnard
LOCATION: Plaza Park 500 South C St, Oxnard
VICTIM: 50-year-old Male Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT: 71-year-old Male Oxnard Resident
CONTACT: Detective Adam Aguilar
(805) 385-7680 (Monday-Thursday 7:00 AM-5:00 PM) adam.aguilar@oxnardepd.org
On March 21, 2024, at approximately 1:55 PM, Oxnard Police Officers responded to Plaza Park at 500 South C Street in the city of Oxnard regarding a report of a stabbing victim. Officers located the victim, a 50-year-old male, suffering from a stab wound to his torso. Emergency medical personnel quickly arrived, began life-saving measures, and transported the victim to the Ventura County Medical Center.
Unfortunately, at approximately 4:38 PM, the victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.
Witnesses at the scene directed officers to the suspect who was still in the area. Officers contacted the suspect, a 71-year-old male, and determined his involvement in the assault. The 71-year-old male was arrested for a misdemeanor warrant and transported to the Oxnard Police Department.
The Oxnard Police Department Violent Crimes Unit and Major Crimes Unit responded and took over the investigation.
The suspect was interviewed by Major Crimes Unit Investigators and it was determined that the 50-year-old stabbing victim initiated the altercation. The investigation is on-going.
Investigators are encouraging anyone who has any information, may have heard or seen anything to contact Detective Adam Aguilar (805) 385-7680. The City of Oxnard offers a reward of $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of any individuals responsible for committing homicides within the City.
Also, anyone with information regarding this case or other criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600, or online via the Oxnard Police Department's website:www.oxnardpd.org, and clicking on Report Suspicious Activity. You can remain anonymous if you choose to do so. You can also remain anonymous by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.