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OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT
NEWS RELEASE
| INCIDENT:
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Stolen Vehicle Arrest
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| DATE/TIME:
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November 16, 2018; 3:08 PM
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| LOCATION:
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5400 Block of Roland Way, Oxnard
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| VICTIM(S):
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Withheld
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| SUSPECT(S):
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17-year-old female, Oxnard Resident
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| PREPARED BY:
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Dale McAlpine, Sergeant
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| CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO:
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Dale McAlpine, Patrol Sergeant
805-857-4655 |
DETAILS:
On November 16, 2018, at about 3:08 PM, Oxnard Police received a call of a stolen vehicle, a Gold Nissan Altima observed in the area of Yucca and C Street. Officers located the vehicle as it was parking in the in the 5400 block of Roland Way. The driver of the vehicle, 17-year-old female Juvenile, tried to flee inside a residence but was detained by officers.
The female juvenile was arrested for the unlawful taking/driving of a motor vehicle (California Vehicle Code 10851).
Our city is currently experiencing a significant increase in stolen vehicles. To combat the problem, the Police Department is prioritizing taking a proactive comprehensive approach in the prevention, enforcement, and investigation of stolen vehicles.
A significant percentage of the stolen vehicles are preventable. The Oxnard Police Department would like to remind residents of the following tips to prevent a vehicle from being stolen:
• Never leave your car unlocked, not even for a minute.
• Never leave your keys in the car, even if you think they are really “hidden.”
• Don’t leave your car idling and unattended because it is unnecessary (it doesn’t get cold enough here), it is unsafe, illegal, and someone can steal your car.
• Wheel locks, brake pedal locks, and steering wheel locks are also effective.
If anyone has any information regarding stolen vehicles please contact Ventura County Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS or www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.
DATE / TIME PREPARED: 11/16/2018; 4:20 PM