NEWS RELEASE
DATE: January 1, 2024 at 12:10 A.M.
SUBJECT: Man Shot, Dies in Oxnard
LOCATION: 2100 Block of Sierra Way, Oxnard
VICTIM: Jose Juarez, 34-year-old Oxnard Resident
CONTACT: Jess Aragon, Sergeant
(805) 385-7632 | jess.aragon@oxnardpd.org
On January 1, 2024, at approximately 12:10 AM, Officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to the 2100 block of Sierra Way regarding multiple callers reporting shots fired and a shooting victim in the street. Officers and EMS personnel arrived on scene and located a 34-year-old male, later identified as Jose Juarez, suffering from a single gunshot wound. Officers began life saving measures and Emergency Medical Personnel quickly arrived and transported Juarez to the Ventura County Medical Center.
Unfortunately, despite life saving measures at the hospital Juarez succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.
The Oxnard Police Department Major Crimes Unit responded to the scene and took over the investigation.
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) 385-7755, 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.