Archives for June 2014

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Stabbing Victim
DATE/TIME:	6/27/14 1825 hours
LOCATION:	2100 block of North Ventura Rd, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	42 year old Oxnard resident
SUSPECT(S):	Unknown male subject
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Mike Gregson
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Alex Arnett (805) 486-6211 or alex.arnett@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On June 27, 2014, at approximately 1825 hours, officers responded to a stabbing victim in the area of the 2100 block of North Ventura Road. Upon arrival they found the victim suffering from stab wounds to the abdomen and lower body. The victim was rushed to Ventura County Medical Center where he underwent surgery. The victim is currently listed in stable condition.

The suspect was described as a male subject who fled the area on foot.

An investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information regarding this incident may leave a message on the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477).

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 6/27/14 2200 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Oxnard Police to Deploy Additional Officers for DUI Enforcement During World Cup Soccer Games
DATE/TIME:	Sunday, June 29, 2014
LOCATION:	City of Oxnard
PREPARED BY:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Sergeant (805) 385-7847 brian.woolley@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Sergeant (805) 385-7847 brian.woolley@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On Sunday, June 29^th, the Oxnard Police Department Traffic Unit will deploy additional officers who will conduct DUI enforcement during and after the scheduled World Cup soccer games.

The Oxnard Police Department wants fans to enjoy the games but think responsibly to avoid driving while impaired by alcohol and/or drugs.

Nationally in 2012, alcohol-impaired driving crashes took 10,322 lives. Californians witnessed 802 deaths in DUI crashes on their streets and highways. These crashes were 31 percent more likely to occur on weekends than on weekdays.

As a reminder, the fees and fines for a DUI conviction can be $10,000 or more. It can also lead to a suspended driver’s license and increased vehicle insurance premiums.

This added enforcement will be funded by grants from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 6/28/14, 1200 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Suspicious Death (Update Release)
DATE/TIME:	June 3, 2014 / 2320 Hours
LOCATION:	Wooley Road @ Richmond Avenue
VICTIM(S):	Carlos Marrero Alvarado, 49 years, Oxnard Resident
PREPARED BY:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Sergeant, (805) 385-7847 brian.woolley@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Jamie Brown, Traffic Coordinator, (805) 385-7749 jamie.brown@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On June 3, 2014, at approximately 11:20 P.M., Oxnard Police Officers responded to a call for service related to a man down in the area of Wooley Road and Richmond Avenue. They arrived on scene and found an unconscious male subject lying near the roadway. Emergency medical personnel also responded, but unfortunately the male victim was determined to be deceased.

The Oxnard Police Department is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this death. An autopsy examination is scheduled to take place on June 4, 2014.

Update:
On June 4, the Ventura County Medical Examiner’s office conducted an autopsy on victim Carlos Marrero Alvarado. The results of the examination revealed that victim Alvarado died as a result of injuries consistent with a traffic collision. The Oxnard Police Department is now investigating this incident as a hit and run collision as the vehicle involved fled the scene. It is unknown what time the collision occurred.

The Oxnard Police Department continues to encourage residents to be partners in public safety as part of the Operation Safer and Stronger initiative. Anyone with information regarding this incident should contact Senior Officer Jamie Brown at (805) 385-7749, or the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (805) 222-8477, http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Robbery with a handgun
DATE/TIME:	6/2/14; 2030 hours
LOCATION:	3600 Block of Saviers Road

SUSPECT(S):	White Male, 30-40 years old, wearing a black ski mask, gray hooded sweatshirt, black jeans, in possession of a dark grey or black handgun


LOSS:	Undisclosed amount of cash
PREPARED BY:	Kevin Baysinger, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Oxnard Police Communications 385-7740

DETAILS:

At approximately 2030 hours, officers responded to the business in the 3600 Block of Saviers Road reference a robbery with a handgun. Officers learned the suspect, described above, entered the business, displayed a handgun, and demanded money. The suspect fled the business eastbound towards Samuel Avenue. Nobody was injured during the robbery.

Persons with information are asked to contact the Oxnard Police Department at 385-7740, or call the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070. Persons with information may also contact the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477, or visit the website http://www.venturacountycrimestopper.org/contact.aspx .

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 6-2-14 / 2230 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Oxnard Police hosting next Crime Prevention Seminar in partnership with Mexican Consulate, next week
DATE/TIME:	June 19, 2014 / 6:00-7:30pm
LOCATION:	Juan Soria School, 3101 Dunkirk Dr. Oxnard
PREPARED BY:	Miguel Lopez, Community Affairs Manager
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Crystal Walker (805) 385-7668 or crystal.walker@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS: In our on-going effort to inform, engage, and empower the residents of Oxnard on crime activity and crime prevention information, the Oxnard Police Department is hosting our third crime prevention seminar next Thursday, June 19, 2014 – in partnership with the Mexican Consulate of Oxnard. These seminars are led by Crime Prevention and Crime Free Coordinator, Detective Crystal Walker.

This series of seminars builds on our Department’s Operation Safer and Stronger Initiative, which was launched by Oxnard Police Chief Jeri Williams at the start of the year to empower residents to be partners in public safety and address the increases in property crime citywide – and will focus on children safety, from birth to 18 years old. Topics will include cyber safety, bullying, infant safety, activity resources, and more.

“We are happy to work with our friends and partners at the Mexican Consulate office here in Oxnard. They have been a great support, and outstanding partners in public safety,” said Chief Jeri Williams. “Given the end of the school year, it is important to inform and educate ourselves on the safety and crime prevention for children, youth, and everyone in our community,” Williams added.

These free community seminars are bilingual to engage our diverse community – and will also feature special guests and demonstrations. For those who are interested and not able to attend, we will be recording this presentation and making it available on our website for people to watch at their convenience.

“We encourage community members to attend, bring your questions, share your concerns – and become empowered” said Detective Crystal Walker

Space is limited! To make a reservation, contact Detective Walker at (805)385-7668 or crystal.walker@oxnardpd.org.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 06-13-14/ 1:00pm