Archives for May 2012

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

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On February 23, 2012 at about 8 p.m. a male suspect tried to rob two men at gunpoint. The victims were in the IHOP parking lot on North Oxnard Boulevard. The victims did not cooperate with the suspect so he fled on foot toward Lowe’s on Gonzales Road.
The suspect then approached a man driving through the lot and threatened this victim with a gun and demanded the victim’s property. The victim gave the suspect cash and the suspect left through the parking lot going north.
The suspect was described as a 20-year-old Hispanic male. Attached you will find a composite sketch of the suspect.
Anyone with information about these cases is encouraged to call Oxnard PD at (805) 385-7740 or Detective Jaime Miranda at (805) 385-7665. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477 or visit this site http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx to submit a tip via text or email.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT	Click It or Ticket to Boost Seat Belt Use – Day and Night
DATE/TIME	Campaign begins May 21, 2012
LOCATION	Oxnard
CONTACT	Sgt. Randy Latimer (805) 385-7631 randy.latimer@oxnardpd.org

Oxnard, California – Motorists who refuse to wear their seat belts – beware. The 2012 start-of-summer Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement mobilization kicks off May 21 to help save lives by cracking down on those who don’t buckle up.

The Oxnard Police Department is joining with other state and local law enforcement officers to help save more lives by strongly enforcing seat belt laws around the clock. Seat belts are the most effective piece of life saving equipment on your car.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2010 nationally, 61 percent of the 10,647 passenger vehicle occupants who were killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes overnight were not wearing their seat belts at the time of the fatal crash, compared to 42 percent during the daytime hours.

“Too many drivers and passengers on the road at night are not wearing their seat belts, and it all too often ends in tragedy,” said Commander Andrew Salinas. “Our goal is to save more lives, so the Oxnard Police Department will be out enforcing seat belt laws around the clock.”

Seat belt use saves thousands of lives across America each year and the Oxnard Police Department is helping spread the word. NHTSA statistics show that in 2010 alone, seat belts saved an estimated 12,546 lives nationwide.

Yet, too many motorists may need a tough reminder. In 2010, 22,187 passenger vehicle occupants were killed in motor vehicle crashes, according to NHTSA, and 51 percent of them were NOT wearing seat belts at the time of their fatal crashes.

Younger motorists and men are particularly at risk. Data shows that among teen and young adult passenger vehicle occupants in 2010, ages 18-34, who were killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes, 62 percent were not buckled up at the time of the crash – the highest percentage of any age group. The number jumps to 66 percent when just men in this age group are included.

While this year’s Click It or Ticket enforcement mobilization runs from May 21 through June 3, motorists should know that officers are out enforcing seat belt laws year-round. Total costs of a first time ticket are at least $142

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Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT	Attempted armed robbery
DATE/TIME	May 11, 2012 at 8:40 p.m.
LOCATION	714 N. Ventura Road, Gold & Jewelry Emporium
SUSPECT	Edward John Green, 27, Oxnard resident
CONTACT	Mónica Muñoz Community Affairs Manager / PIO (805) 385-7631 monica.munoz@oxnardpd.org

On May 11, 2012, at about 8:40 p.m., Oxnard PD officers were dispatched to an armed robbery that occurred at the Gold & Jewelry Emporium located at 714 North Ventura Road. When officers arrived they contacted the store employee who said that a white male entered the store armed with a handgun. The suspect demanded money from the cash register. The employee fled the store, leaving the suspect inside the business. According to the surveillance cameras, the suspect later left the business without any money. The employee was not injured during the incident.

During the course of the investigation, the suspect was identified as Edward Green, a 27 year old Oxnard resident. On May 12, 2012, members of the Special Enforcement Unit (SEU) were able to locate Green in the area of “H” Street and Gonzales Road. They took Green into custody without incident. Members of the Violent Crimes Unit (VCU) wrote a search warrant for Green’s residence where several items of evidentiary value were seized.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to call Oxnard PD at (805) 385-7740 or Detective Steve Funk at (805) 385-7796. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call the violent crimes hotline at (805) 982-7070 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx to submit a tip via text or email.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT	Attempted homicide (gun)
DATE/TIME	January 1, 2012 at 2:37 a.m.
LOCATION	200 block of Riverpark Blvd.
VICTIM	21-year-old female, Oxnard resident
SUSPECT	Alexander Joel Mendez 5/12/84 Hispanic male, 27, 5’11” 160 pounds, black hair, brown eyes
SUSPECT VEHICLE	1990 Chevy Lumina California license plate # 4WCJ445

(Oxnard, CA) On January 1, 2012 at about 2:30 a.m. a woman walked out of her residence in the 200 block of Riverpark Boulevard and was confronted by a male suspect who shot her and fled the area. The victim is a 21-year-old female who was hospitalized for her injuries. She has since been released.

Oxnard PD officers responded to the scene and interviewed several witnesses. During the investigation detectives from the violent crimes unit identified Alexander Joel Mendez (5/12/84) as the suspect in this case. A warrant for attempted homicide has been issued for Mendez’s arrest. He should be considered armed and dangerous. Mendez is a Hispanic male, 27, 5’11” 160 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. He drives a blue 1990 Chevrolet Lumina with California license plate 2WCJ445.

Anyone with information about this incident or the whereabouts of this suspect is encouraged to call Oxnard PD at (805) 385-7740 or Detective John Sunia at (805) 486-7386. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call the violent crimes hotline at (805) 982-7070 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx to submit a tip via text or email.

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Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT	DUI saturation patrol
DATE/TIME	April 27, 2012 7 p.m. to 3 a.m.
LOCATION	Oxnard

(Oxnard, CA) On Friday, April 27, 2012, officers from the Oxnard Police Traffic Unit conducted DUI saturation patrol between the hours of 7 p.m. and 3 a.m.

The officers stopped 76 vehicles, conducted 14 DUI investigations, and arrested seven drivers for driving under the influence of alcohol. Officers also issued 34 citations to drivers for various vehicle code violations. Twelve of the drivers who were stopped did not have a valid driver’s license.

The Oxnard PD Traffic Unit will be out once again searching for DUI drivers on Cinco de Mayo weekend, Friday, May 4 and Saturday, May 5. OPD reminds everyone to use a designated driver if they plan to celebrate over the weekend.

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 Jamie Brown at (805) 385-7749 or via e-mail at jamie.brown@oxnardpd.org.

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Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT	Stabbing
DATE/TIME	May 2, 2012 at 4:45 p.m.
LOCATION	1101 Ventura Boulevard, Oxnard
VICTIM	17-year-old male
SUSPECT(S)	Several Hispanic males, no further details
CONTACT	Mónica Muñoz Community Affairs Manager / PIO (805) 385-7631 monica.munoz@oxnardpd.org

(Oxnard, CA) On May 2, 2012, at about 4:45 p.m., Oxnard PD officers were dispatched to the Royal Duke mobile home park located at 1101 E. Ventura Boulevard in Oxnard regarding a gunshot victim. A crime scene was located and officers determined that a 17-year-old male was stabbed and subsequently transported Saint John’s Medical Center. Because of the severity of the victim’s injuries, he was transported to Ventura County Medical Center.

The victim is currently at Ventura County Medical Center and is in stable condition.

Detectives are investigating this incident but at this time a motive is not known.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to call Oxnard PD at (805) 385-7740 or Detective Jose Velazquez at (805) 385-3982. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call the violent crimes hotline at (805) 982-7070 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx to submit a tip via text or email.

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Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT	Armed robbery
DATE/TIME	May 15, 2012 at 11 p.m.
LOCATION	4000 block of Dune Circle, Oxnard
VICTIM	Domino’s Pizza delivery driver
SUSPECT	Two Hispanic males
LOSS	Cash, keys
CONTACT	Mónica Muñoz Community Affairs Manager / PIO (805) 385-7631 monica.munoz@oxnardpd.org

(Oxnard, CA) On May 15, 2012 at about 11 p.m., Oxnard PD officers were dispatched to the 4000 block of Dunes Circle regarding a robbery. The victim was a Domino’s Pizza delivery person. When the victim returned to his car he was approached by two suspects wearing dark clothing. One suspect threatened him with a handgun and demanded his money while the other suspect got into the victim’s vehicle and took the keys. Both suspects fled on foot with the victim’s cash and keys. The victim was not injured in the robbery.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to call Oxnard PD at (805) 385-7740 or Detective Jaime Miranda at (805) 385-7600. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call the violent crimes hotline at (805) 982-7070 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx to submit a tip via text or email.

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Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT	Assault on an OPD officer
DATE/TIME	May 12, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.
LOCATION	2400 Saviers Road, Oxnard
SUSPECT	Octavio Salgado, 31
CONTACT	Mónica Muñoz Community Affairs Manager / PIO (805) 385-7631 monica.munoz@oxnardpd.org

(Oxnard, CA) On May 12, 2012 at about 1:30 p.m., Oxnard PD officers were dispatched to the 2400 block of Saviers Road because a witness reported that a person was yelling and threatening children.

An Oxnard police officer arrived on scene and tried to contact the suspect, later identified as Octavio Salgado. The police officer tried to detain Salgado when Salgado turned and started to fight with the officer. During the fight, Salgado tried to remove the officer’s gun from his holster on two separate occasions. The officer requested emergency backup and other officers responded. After additional officers arrived on scene, Salgado was taken into custody and transported to the Ventura County Medical Center for treatment of injuries sustained during the arrest. The incident was witnessed by more than 100 people who were shopping at the Centerpoint Mall.

The primary officer was also treated for minor injuries at Saint John’s Hospital and released.

Salgado is a part of the post release offender (PRO) program. The PRO Program releases non-violent, non-sexual and non-serious offenders from prison under Assembly Bill 109.

Salgado is in custody at Ventura County Jail for numerous felony counts including assault on a peace officer.

If anyone has information about this incident, they are encouraged to call Oxnard PD at (805) 385-7796. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call the violent crimes hotline at (805) 982-7070 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx to submit a tip via text or email.

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Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT	Pursuit
DATE/TIME	May 16, 2012 at 3:30 p.m.
LOCATION	Channel Islands Boulevard and Ventura Road
SUSPECT	Donald Reyes, 44, Oxnard resident
CONTACT	Mónica Muñoz Community Affairs Manager / PIO (805) 385-7631 monica.munoz@oxnardpd.org

(Oxnard, CA) On May 16, 2012 at about 3:30 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit attempted to contact Donald Reyes regarding an outstanding warrant. Reyes led officers on a three minute vehicle pursuit through Oxnard and Port Hueneme, reaching speeds of 70 MPH and violating several traffic laws.

Reyes was ultimately apprehended in the area of Channel Islands Boulevard and Ventura Road, with the assistance of a Port Hueneme PD K-9 officer. Reyes was transported and treated at St. John’s Regional Medical Center for a minor complaint of pain.

Reyes was on the post release offender (PRO) program. The PRO Program releases non-violent, non-sexual and non-serious offenders from prison under Assembly Bill 109.

Reyes is currently in custody at the Ventura County Jail for numerous charges including felony evading of a police officer.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to call Oxnard PD at (805) 385-7740. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call the violent crimes hotline at (805) 982-7070 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx to submit a tip via text or email.

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Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT	Armed robbery
DATE/TIME	May 7, 2012 at about 1 p.m.
LOCATION	1861 N. Ventura Road, Oxnard
SUSPECT	Unknown race male, thin build, English speaker, black hooded sweatshirt, black gloves
CONTACT	Mónica Muñoz Community Affairs Manager / PIO (805) 385-7631 monica.munoz@oxnardpd.org

(Oxnard, CA) Today at about 1 p.m. a man walked into the 76 Gas Station located at 1861 N. Ventura Road in Oxnard with a gun. He threatened the attendant with the gun and demanded money. Once the attendant handed over cash, the suspect left the business. No one was injured.

The suspect is an unknown race male with light skin who spoke English. He was wearing a bandana over his face, a black hooded sweatshirt with the hood up and black gloves. He was described as having a thin build. He left on foot in an unknown direction.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to call Oxnard PD at (805) 385-7740. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call the violent crimes hotline at (805) 982-7070 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx to submit a tip via text or email.

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