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:	7-24-10 / 4:00 PM
LOCATION:	Jasmine & Elder Streets, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Camarillo resident
SUSPECT(S):	Conrad Moraga , Male, 32 years of age
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	White 2008 Ford Edge (stolen from the City of Camarillo)
LOSS:	Recovered stolen vehicle
PREPARED BY:	Sgt. Keller, Oxnard P.D. Watch Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Pat Dolan 385-7755

DETAILS:

Oxnard Police located an unoccupied stolen vehicle in the area of Jasmine and Elder Streets in Oxnard. The vehicle was a White Ford Edge stolen from the City of Camarillo during a residential burglary that occurred on 7-12-10. At about 4:00 PM today the suspect, later identified as Conrad Moraga, entered the stolen vehicle and drove off. A traffic stop was attempted, however Moraga led officers on a high-speed pursuit lasting about 22 minutes. Moraga drove recklessly to the City of Ventura before returning to Oxnard. The Sheriff’s helicopter was requested and arrived in time to assist with the pursuit. The pursuit ended at Gonzales and Lantana Streets in Oxnard when Moraga collided with another vehicle. He attempted to flee on foot but was apprehended at the collision scene.

There were a total of 8 collisions which occurred in several jurisdictions during the pursuit resulting in one person reporting a complaint of pain type injury. One police car was damaged as a result of one non-injury collision. The suspect was also slightly injured and taken to the emergency room prior to being booked at Ventura County Jail for felony evading, felony hit & run, parole violation and stolen vehicle possession. Anyone with information reference Moraga’s involvement in residential burglaries or stolen vehicles may call detective Pat Dolan at 385-7755.

John Crombach Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	CRIME FREE MULTI-HOUSING PROGRAM
DATE/TIME:	WEDNESDAY 8-24-2010
LOCATION:	OXNARD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
PREPARED BY:	M.ENNIS

DETAILS:

On Aug. 24th, 2010, the Oxnard Police Department is hosting the phase one training class of the “Crime Free Multi-Housing program”.

The hours of the class are from 8a.m.-5p.m. in the Thousand Oaks room at the Oxnard Performing Arts Center at 800 South Hobson Way, in Oxnard.

This class is open to all apartment community employees in the City of Oxnard. This class is recommended for all property owners, on site property managers, property management representatives, leasing agents and maintenance employees.

The Oxnard Police Department introduced this crime prevention program in November of 2005. This program has proven to be successful in lowering crime, making properties more profitable, and increasing the quality of life for many tenants.
This program has been very successful in the City of Oxnard. The reduction in crime in most apartment communities in the program is above 70 percent.

If you have any questions or wish to sign up for the training please contact Detective Martin Ennis at (805) 385-8349 or e-mail him at martinennis@oxnardpd.org.

John Crombach Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Attempt Residential Burglaries
DATE/TIME:	07/16/2010 1:00 AM – 2:00 AM
LOCATION:	800 block to 1100 block Cedar Street
VICTIM(S):	Three Victims
SUSPECT(S):	Suspect one is a Hispanic male, 5-6, 150, black hair, early to mid twenties, wearing dark clothing. Suspect two is a Hispanic male, 5-8, 140, shaved head, wearing checkered shorts with knee high socks.
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	N/A
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Alex Rangel, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Oxnard Police Department Property Crimes Unit at 805-385-7605

DETAILS:

On 07/16/2010 between the hours of 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM two suspects attempted entry to one a residence on the 800 block of Cedar Court and then again on the 900 block of Cedar Court. The same two suspects attempted entry to a third residence on the 1100 block of Cedar Street. In two cases, the suspects attempted to open a window to the door and on the third they attempted to pry off a window screen.

The public is asked to use caution when leaving windows open during the late night hours and to call the police when you see people acting suspicious.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Oxnard Police Department Property Crimes Unit at 805-385-7605.

John Crombach Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Assault with a Deadly Weapon (Stabbing)
DATE/TIME:	July 13, 2010 at 8:30 PM
LOCATION:	Sierra Park at Lantana and Indigo
VICTIM(S):	18 Year-old Oxnard resident
SUSPECT(S):	Hispanic, male, 16 to 18 years, 5-06 to 6-00 feet tall, thin build, wearing a long sleeve black shirt with jeans.
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	N/A
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Violent Crimes Unit Sergeant Terry Burr
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Det. Mike Marostica (805) 486-6228 mikemarostica@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On 7-13-10 at around 8:00 PM Officers responded to a stabbing victim at Sierra Park located at Lantana and Indigo. Upon officers arrival they found the victim had been transported by private vehicle to the hospital. Officers responded to Saint John’s Regional Medical Center where the victim was being treated for a single stab wound to the back. The victim is listed in serious but stable condition.

He told investigators that he was in the park when a fight ensued, during the fight he was stabbed for no apparent reason. He stated the suspect fled the area on foot prior to officers arriving. The victims name is being withheld because the investigators feel the incident is gang related. The victim had ties to an Oxnard gang prior to the assault. If anyone has information about this incident you are asked to contact Det. Mike Marostica at (805) 486-6228 or email him at mikemarostica@oxnardpd.org. You can remain anonymous by contacting Ventura Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS.

John Crombach Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Carjacking
DATE/TIME:	July 13, 2010 5:50PM
LOCATION:	Vineyard and Oxnard Blvd
VICTIM(S):	46 Year-old, Oxnard resident. Not being released because suspect has victim’s property in car
SUSPECT(S):	White, male, 30-45 years, 5’5-5’7” tall, 150 pounds, heavyset, black wavy style hair, possible mustache, wearing a light colored, collared shirt, and black pants.
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Victims stolen vehicle: 99 Gold Chevy Malibu California License 5DFW620
LOSS:	Vehicle
PREPARED BY:	Violent Crimes Unit Sergeant Terry Burr
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Det. Charles Buttell (805) 385-7665 charlesbuttell@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On 7-13-10 at 6:00 PM, officers responded to the area of Vineyard and Oxnard Blvd in regards to an assault victim. Upon officers arrival they contacted the victim that was suffering from a cut to his hand. He told officers that he was exiting his work in the 3100 block of North Ventura Rd when he was approached by the suspect. The suspect told the victim that his car was broken down nearby and he needed a ride. The victim took the suspect to the area of Vineyard and Oxnard Blvd.

At that point the suspect brandished a knife and demanded money from the victim. A struggle ensued at which time the victim exited his car and ran away. The suspect then fled in the victim’s vehicle which is still outstanding. If anyone has information about this incident they are asked to call Det. Charles Buttell at (805) 385-7665 or email him at charlesbutell@oxnardpd.org. If you would like to remain anonymous call the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS

John Crombach Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	7th Annual Strawberry Fields 5K and Triathlon
DATE/TIME:	July 17th, 2010 0900-1100 July 18th, 2010 0730-1100
LOCATION:	Oxnard State Beach Park
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Coordinator (805) 385-7749

DETAILS:

The 7th annual Strawberry Fields 5K and Triathlon will be taking place this weekend at Oxnard State Beach Park. The event begins on Saturday, July 17th, with a 5K run that starts at 9:00 A.M. On Sunday, July 18th, the triathlon will start at 7:30 A.M. and is expected to have over 1,000 participants.

Personnel from the Oxnard Police Department will be handling traffic control along on the run and bicycle courses during both of these events. The priority right of way will be giving to the runners and bicyclists as these events are highly competitive.

Runners during both events will be running along Mandalay Beach Road, Sunset Lane, and Ocean Drive. During the triathlon, the bicycle riders will be traveling on Harbor Boulevard, Gonzales Road, Victoria Avenue, and Channel Islands Boulevard. Traffic control personnel will be positioned at all of the intersections along the run and bike courses during both events.

On Sunday, the northbound lanes of Harbor Boulevard will be closed at Costa De Oro at approximately 7:00 A.M. during the triathlon and are expected to reopen at approximately 10:30 A.M. or as soon as possible. This closure will provide added safety for the bicyclists and reduce the amount of traffic congestion surrounding Oxnard State Beach Park. The southbound lanes of Harbor Boulevard will remain open during the triathlon but drivers shall expect long delays near Oxnard State Beach Park as the bicyclists will be entering and exiting the park. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes including Victoria Avenue to avoid these road closures and delays.

If you live in the area of these events, we apologize for any inconvenience.

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

John Crombach Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Man Arrested for Grand Theft from Vehicle
DATE/TIME:	07-13-2010 at 1046 hours
LOCATION:	1900 block of El Cajon Court, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Leonel Perez Hernandez, 25 years, of Port Hueneme
LOSS:	Personal property recovered
PREPARED BY:	Officer Larry Eklund

DETAILS:

At 10:46 a.m. this morning, Oxnard police received an emergency call of a fight in progress. The reporting party told Oxnard police and fire dispatchers that a burglary suspect was fighting with the apparent victim in the 1900 block of El Cajon Court. Officers were sent to the location with lights and siren.

Upon arrival, officers locate two men in a front yard on El Cajon Court. The victim, whose name is being withheld by police, had subdued the suspect after he had stolen nearly a thousand dollars of property from his parked pick-up truck.

The victim told Oxnard police he was in the shower when he heard his doorbell ring. A short time later, he observed the suspect removing property from his unlocked pick-up truck in the driveway. The suspect confronted the victim in the front yard. A short struggle ensued. The suspect was quickly subdued by the victim—a gentleman with extensive experience in the martial arts.

Hernandez reportedly lost consciousness during the altercation with the victim. After being medically cleared at Ventura County Medical Center, he was booked into the Ventura County Jail for grand theft, possession of burglar tools (altered vehicle keys), and violation of probation (prior property crimes). His bail was set at $20,000.

An investigation is continuing.

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Two crime prevention tips related to this story:

(1) DOOR-TO-DOOR VENDORS. Residents are urged to keep an eye out for people going door-to-door and to report any such persons to the police. A common ploy of thieves is to ring doorbells to see if anyone is home. With no answer, burglary or thefts typically follow. Reporting so-called “door-to-door solicitors” is also recommended as thieves will always have a cover story to offer if someone answers the door.

(2) HELP PREVENT VEHICLE CRIMES! Like our crime prevention sign below says: Keep your car doors locked and secure valuables. Most vehicle crimes occur because cars are unsecured and/or valuable property is left in view.

John Crombach Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Thefts from coin operated laundry rooms
DATE/TIME:	Jan- July 2010
LOCATION:	City of Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Various
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	N/A
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Det. Luis Mancha
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Det. Luis Mancha (805) 385-7664

DETAILS:

DURING THE FIRST HALF OF THE YEAR THE OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT RECEIVED NUMEROUS CALLS FOR SERVICE INVOLVING THE THEFT OF MONEY FROM COIN OPERATED LAUNDRY MACHINES. THE MAJORITY OF THE REPORTED CASES WERE RECEIVED FROM APARTMENT COMPLEX’S THAT OFFER LAUNDRY ROOM FACILITIES.

THE MAJORITY OF THE THEFT’S OCCURRED AT NIGHT AND LITTLE TO NO EVIDENCE HAS BEEN RECOVERED FROM THESE THEFTS. INVESTIGATORS HAVE SEVERAL POSSIBLE SUSPECT LEADS, BUT ARE STILL SEEKING THE PUBLIC’S ASSISTANCE TO IDENTIFY ALL THOSE INVOLVED.

INVESTIGATORS FROM THE OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT ARE REQUESTING THAT THE OWNERS OR THOSE RESPONSIBLE FOR COIN OPERATED LAUNDRY MACHINES TAKE EXTRA MEASURES TO BETTER SECURE THEIR FACILITIES. INVESTIGATORS SUGGEST THAT MONEY FROM THE MACHINES BE REMOVED DAILY, LAUNDRY ROOMS SHOULD BE LOCKED AND ACCESS BE PROVIDED TO TENANTS ONLY, SET UP SURVEILLANCE CAMERA’S AND TO CONSIDER INSTALLING NEW TECHNOLOGIES SUCH AS CASHLESS SYSTEMS THAT USE WHAT IS COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS A PREPAID CARD.

INVESTIGATORS ARE SEEKING INFORMATION FROM THE PUBLIC THAT MAY LEAD TO THE ARREST OF THE PERSON OR PERSON’S INVOLVED IN THE THEFTS. ANYONE WITH INFORMATION IS URGED TO CALL THE OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT PROPERTY CRIMES BUREAU AT 385-7605 OR DETECTIVE LUIS MANCHA AT 385-7664.

John Crombach Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Man with a Gun
DATE/TIME:	7-11-10/1823 hrs
LOCATION:	2644 Cortez, El Rio, Ca.
VICTIM(S):	None
SUSPECT(S):	Enrique Monarrez, 28 year old El Rio resident
WITNESS(ES):	Several Oxnard Police Department Officers
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	None
LOSS:	None
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Jack Kujawa

DETAILS:

On the above date and time the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department requested the assistance of the Oxnard Police Department regarding a man with a gun banging on doors at the above location. Several Patrol officers and officers from the Special Enforcement Unit were dispatched code three (lights and sirens) to the location.

Upon arrival officers observed the above suspect armed with a handgun at the location. He was non compliant with officer’s commands, and barricaded himself inside a vehicle. Additional officers responded to the location where containment was set and evacuations were conducted.

Crisis Intervention Team officers attempted to talk the suspect out of the vehicle for approximately two hours until the Sheriff’s Department Special Weapons and Tactics Team arrived. The incident was handed over to the Sheriff’s Department shortly after, and all Oxnard Police Department officers cleared the scene.

At approximately 2300 hours the Sheriff’s Department notified the Oxnard Police Department that the suspect was taken into custody. A loaded handgun was found inside the vehicle.

All further inquiries should be directed towards the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department where an investigation is continuing.

John Crombach Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department R. Jason Benites Assistant Chief Scott Whitney Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Robbery Arrest
DATE/TIME:	7-11-10/1830
LOCATION:	200 block of East Elm Street Oxnard, Ca
VICTIM(S):	Withheld due to suspect’s gang affiliation
SUSPECT(S):	Oscar Borjon (29 year old Oxnard Resident)
WITNESS(ES):	None
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	None
LOSS:	$400.0 worth of currency and personal property
PREPARED BY:	Detective Charles Buttell

DETAILS:

On 7-11-10 at approximately 0305 hours officers were dispatched reference a subject with a knife in the 200 block of East Elm Street in Oxnard. When officers arrived they observed two subjects in a nearby school, one of which fled on foot. The second subject was found to be the victim of a robbery.

The victim was robbed of property at knifepoint then ordered into a nearby school by the suspect. The suspect was not apprehended at that time but was later identified by the officer and the victim as Oscar Borjon.

Officers were dispatched back to the 200 block of East Elm at approximately 1830 hours on 7-11-10. Officers contacted Borjon and he was taken into custody. Borjon was found to have ties to a local Oxnard Street Gang. Borjon was booked into Ventura County Jail and his bail is set at $50,000.

Anyone who witnessed the robbery is requested to contacted Detective Charles Buttell at 805-385-7665 or Crime Stoppers at 385-8255.

An investigation is continuing.