Archives for June 2010

John Crombach
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	13^th Annual Fireworks by the Sea at Channel Islands Harbor
DATE/TIME:	July 4th, 2010 0800 – 2300
LOCATION:	Channel Islands Harbor, City of Oxnard
VICTIM(S):
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PREPARED BY:
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Coordinator (805) 385-7749

DETAILS:

On July 4th, the Channel Islands Harbor District will be hosting its 13th annual 4th of July event. The event will begin at 8:00 A.M. with a 10K & 5K Fun Walk along Sunset Lane and Mandalay Beach Road. This will be followed by the July 4^th Children’s Parade on Harbor Boulevard. The parade will begin at 11:00 A.M. and take place on south Harbor Boulevard between Cabezone Way and Albacore Way. Harbor Boulevard will be closed to vehicular traffic during the parade. Motorists can use Sunset Lane or Ocean Drive as an alternate route.

Activities and entertainment are scheduled throughout the day at the Fisherman’s Wharf and Marina. There will be vendors with booths as well as a farmer’s market. This will be a family oriented event with fun for all. The event will end with a fireworks show that begins at 9:00 P.M.

No alcohol, fireworks, including safe and sane fireworks, or flare ignition will be tolerated. All of the involved law enforcement agencies will be conducting strict enforcement of all related offenses.

This event is expected to draw a large crowd and traffic delays are expected following the fireworks show. The Oxnard Police Department will be handling traffic control to expedite the flow of traffic surrounding the event site. Starting at 7:00 P.M., all intersections on Victoria Avenue and Harbor Boulevard from Fifth St. to the harbor area will be controlled by traffic officers.

If you live in the area of any of these intersections, we apologize for any inconvenience. The roads will be re-opened as soon as possible.

These traffic flow modifications are taking place to assist in relieving the traffic congestion from this event in a timely and orderly fashion, with caution for pedestrians.

Please have a safe and enjoyable 4^th of July holiday.

For any questions related to road closures or any of these events on July 4^th, please contact Senior Officer Brian Woolley at (805) 385-7749 or via e-mail at brianwoolley@oxnardpd.org.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 6/30/10, 1730 hours

John Crombach
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Home Invasion Robbery
DATE/TIME:	6-24-10/2055
LOCATION:	200 block of Deodar Ave.
VICTIM(S):	Phillip Craven (21 year-old Oxnard resident) Samantha Martinez (20 year-old Oxnard resident)
SUSPECT(S):	#1 – Hispanic male, 21-24 years, 5’8-5’10” tall, 200 pounds #2 – Hispanic male, 21-24 years, 5’8-5’10” tall, 170 pounds
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:	Personal Property (Value $430.00)
PREPARED BY:	Detective Charles Buttell
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:

DETAILS:

On 6-24-10, officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to a call of a home invasion robbery in the 200 block of Deodar Avenue. Officers contacted the victims and found that one had been assaulted. The suspects entered the residence, confronted the victims and took personal property from them. The suspects fled the residence on foot.

Anyone with information on possible suspects is asked to contact Detective Chip Buttell at 805-385-7665, or Ventura County Crime stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS or http://venturacountycrimestoppers.org/.

DATE: 6-17-10 Report # 10-12682

John Crombach
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Vehicle Pursuit
DATE/TIME:	6/23/10 / 2322 hours
LOCATION:	“C” Street @ Pleasant Valley Road
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Gustavo Meza, 22 years, City of Oxnard Resident Jose Cancino, 18 years, City of Oxnard Resident Three Oxnard Juveniles
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	1991 Green, Cadillac El Dorado /5YYC131 CA
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Officer Jim Evans
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	eduardomiranda@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On the above date and time, Oxnard Police Officers attempted to stop Suspect Meza for failing to stop at a stop sign. Meza led officers on a thirty minute vehicle pursuit from South Oxnard to Thousand Oaks. Meza’s vehicle ran out of gas and he was apprehended along with Jose Cancino and three juveniles. Meza was charged with felony evading (2800.2(a) CVC) and felony child endangerment (273a(a) PC). Cancino was not charged and released at the Oxnard Police Department. The three juveniles were arrested for violating their probation and released to their parents.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 6/24/10, 0445 hours.

John Crombach
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	DUI Saturation Patrol Results
DATE/TIME:	June 13^th, 2010 1700 – 2400 hours
LOCATION:	City of Oxnard
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PREPARED BY:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Coordinator
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:

DETAILS:

On Sunday, June 13^th, 2010, officers from the Oxnard Police Traffic Unit conducted DUI saturation patrol between the hours of 5:00 P.M. and midnight.

These officers stopped 55 vehicles, conducted 10 DUI investigations, and arrested three drivers for driving under the influence of alcohol. Two of the three drivers were discovered to have had multiple DUI arrests in the past and were therefore charged with felony DUI violations. The third driver arrested for DUI had a blood alcohol level that was nearly three times the legal limit of .08. Officers also issued 23 citations to drivers for various vehicle code violations. 11 of the drivers who were stopped did not have a valid driver’s license.

The Oxnard Police Department Traffic Unit will be out once again searching for DUI drivers on Tuesday, June 15th, during game 6 of the NBA Championships. A sobriety and driver’s license checkpoint is scheduled for that night in the City of Oxnard. These DUI operations are an effort to reduce the number of alcohol related crashes and to make our community and roadways safer. These operations are funded through grants from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) though the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Please report drunk drivers by calling 911. Drive sober and drive safely!

For any questions related to DUI and traffic enforcement, please contact Senior Officer Brian Woolley at (805) 385-7749 or via e-mail at brianwoolley@oxnardpd.org.

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June 14th, 2010 1045 hours

John Crombach
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Armed Robbery at Business
DATE/TIME:	May 19, 2010 12:20 PM
LOCATION:	120 West Channel Islands Boulevard
VICTIM(S):	5 De Mayo Jewelry
SUSPECT(S):	3 Males, Hispanics between 20-30 years-old
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Detective Roger Garcia
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Roger Garcia (805) 385-7688 Rogergarcia@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On 5-27-10, detectives from the Oxnard Police Department conducted a follow up investigation with the victims from the take-over robbery at 5 De Mayo Jewelry, 120 West Channel Islands Boulevard, that occurred on 5/19/10. The victims worked with officers and were able to produce a composite sketch of one of the suspects involved in this robbery.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Roger Garcia at (805) 385-7688 or you may leave a message on the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070. To give an anonymous tip, call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS (8477).

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 5-28-10 / 1000 Hours

John Crombach
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Traffic Alert
DATE/TIME:	6-28-10/1100
LOCATION:	On Harbor Blvd. between 5^th Street and Gonzales Road, Oxnard
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PREPARED BY:	Sgt. S. Kawaguchi
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sgt. S. Kawaguchi

DETAILS:

On 6-28-10, at 1100 hours officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to a call of a single car traffic collision. Officers discovered that a Ford Explorer had collided into a power pole, dropping power lines across the roadway. Harbor Blvd. Between 5^th Street and Gonzales Road is closed.

Edison was notified and they estimate that Harbor Blvd will be closed for 6-8 hours until repairs can be made. Drivers will have to take alternate routes.

DATE: 6-28-10 Report #

John Crombach
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Armed Robbery of Person (shot fired)
DATE/TIME:	June 25, 2010 06:55 AM
LOCATION:	2814 Saviers Rd Lauderland Wash and Dry
VICTIM(S):	32 Year-old female, Oxnard resident
SUSPECT(S):	White male 45 years, 5’6”-5’8”, thin build with a black beard wearing grey clothing
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	1990’s green Chevrolet full sized pick-up, with a construction rack covering the bed.
LOSS:	Undetermined amount
PREPARED BY:	Violent Crimes Sergeant Terry Burr
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Det. Charles Buttell (805) 385-7665

DETAILS:

On 6/25/10 around 06:55 AM, Officers responded to a call of a robbery that had just occurred to a person at 2814 Saviers Rd, outside the Lauderland Wash and Dry. Once officers arrived they were told a suspect was in the business while patrons were doing their laundry.

The victim exited the business with her purse on a cart. The suspect grabbed the purse from the laundry cart and a brief struggle with the victim ensued over the purse. The suspect fled with the victim’s property. The victim gave chase to the rear of the business. The suspect brandished a handgun at the victim, who continued to pursue the suspect.

As the suspect neared his vehicle, which was parked in a nearby neighborhood he fired one shot from his gun at the victim. The victim was not hit by the gunfire. The suspect entered his vehicle and fled the scene.

The Oxnard Police Department wants to remind residents of the dangers of pursuing the suspect of a crime. The best practice is to be a good witness and obtain a detailed description of the suspect(s) as well as any possible get away vehicles.

If anyone has information about the robbery they are requested to Call Det. Charles Buttell at (805) 385-7665 or Ventura County Crime stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS.

Oxnard Police Department

Violent Crimes Unit

Sergeant Terry Burr

Office (805) 486-6211

Cellular (805) 797-6048

John Crombach
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	OXNARD POLICE WILL DEPLOY SPECIAL DUI ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONSDURING FINAL NBA CHAMPIONSHIP GAMES
DATE/TIME:	June 13th, 2010 1700-0100 June 15th, 2010 1800-2400 June 17^th, 2010 1700-2400
LOCATION:	City of Oxnard
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PREPARED BY:
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Coordinator(805) 385-7749

DETAILS:

The Oxnard Police Department will have several officers conducting DUI saturation patrol in Oxnard on Sunday, June 13th from 5:00 P.M. to 1:00 A.M. in conjunction with the NBA World Championship Game 5.

The Oxnard Police Department will also conduct a multi-location sobriety and driver’s license checkpoint on Tuesday, June 15th, from 6:00 P.M. to midnight during game 6 of the NBA championship series.

In the event that the series goes to a 7^th and final game on Thursday, June 17th, several officers will also be deployed that night to conduct DUI enforcement between the hours of 5:00 P.M. and midnight.

The Oxnard Police Department wants fans to enjoy the games, but to be responsible and make the right decision to not drink and drive. Designate a sober driver, call a taxi, or call a friend. Additionally, the average cost of a first time DUI conviction in Ventura County is well over $10,000 which includes fines, court costs, lawyer expenses, court ordered DUI Classes, lost time from work, and insurance rates that will skyrocket. Driver’s license suspension and time in jail are also likely to follow a DUI conviction.

So far this year, the Oxnard Police Department has arrested over 400 DUI drivers and remains committed to its ‘Zero Tolerance, DUI Campaign.’ The Oxnard Police Department will continue to conduct these checkpoints and DUI enforcement operations which are funded by grants from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) through the National Highway Transportation Administration.

We also remind everyone that if you see a Drunk Driver, Call 911. This is an easily preventable crime – drive sober, and drive safely!

For any questions related to DUI and traffic enforcement, please contact Senior Officer Brian Woolley at (805) 385-7749 or via e-mail at brianwoolley@oxnardpd.org.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 6/11/10, 1830 hours

John Crombach
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Robbery/ Stolen Vehicle
DATE/TIME:	06/14/10, 2030 hrs
LOCATION:	501 Johnson Rd.,-Johnson Creek Park
VICTIM(S):	20 year old Oxnard resident (name withheld)
SUSPECT(S):	(3) Hispanic males, 18-22 years old
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:	Cell phone and personal vehicle
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Robin Whitney
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Chip Buttell, 385-7665

DETAILS:

The victim reported that, on 06/14/10, at approximately 2030 hours, he was walking on the north side of Johnson Creek Park when he was confronted by (3) Hispanic male suspects, all armed with handguns. The suspects demanded money, then took property from the victim, including keys to his personal vehicle. The victim later discovered that his vehicle was stolen.

An investigation is continuing.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Chip Buttell at 385-7665 or Ventura County Crimestoppers at 385-8255.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 06/15/10, 0532 hours

John Crombach
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Suspicious Circumstances
DATE/TIME:	6-15-2010 1915 hours
LOCATION:	Eastwood Park, Hazelwood and F St., City of Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Hispanic Male Approximately 13 Yrs, with spiky hair, wearing a white t-shirt. No further description at this time.
SUSPECT(S):	8-10 suspects. Only description is Suspect #1 Filipino Male 17-18 years old. 5’6” Med Build with Acne. No further descriptions on any other suspects.
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	White Toyota Avalon and a Beige or Grey Chevy Avalanche.
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Detective Mike Marostica
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Mike Marostica 385-7740

DETAILS:

On 6-15-10 at approximately 7:30pm, officers responded to Eastwood Park in the City of Oxnard regarding suspicious circumstances. Multiple witnesses told officers they observed the above listed vehicles traveling southbound on F St. near the intersection of Hazelwood and F St. They observed 8-10 subjects get out of the vehicles and approach a 13 year old male walking eastbound in the park approaching F St. The subjects forced the male victim into the Toyota Avalon. Both vehicles were last seen southbound on F St.

At this time the identity of the victim is not known. An investigation is actively continuing.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Mike Marostica at 385-7740.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 6-15-10 2200 hours.