Archives for June 2015

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Missing Person
DATE/TIME:	6-20-15 / 1200 Hours
LOCATION:	St. John’s Hospital
MISSING PERSON:	Kenneth Caspary, 79 years
SUSPECT(S):	N/A
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
MISSING PERSON’S VEHICLE(S):	Silver 2006 Acura TL 5UND428
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Officer Jonathan Martin, (805) 385-7600, jonathan.martin@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Marty Meyer, Commander, martin.meyer@oxnardpd.org , (805) 207-7078 Lynette Fenton, Missing Person Specialist, lynette.fenton@oxnardpd.org , (805) 385-7646

DETAILS:

(OXNARD, Calif) – The Oxnard Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Kenneth Caspary, 79 years. Kenneth left Saint John’s Hospital on 6-20-15, at 1200 hours after visiting a relative. He was going to go home and then return later to the hospital. It is unclear if he went to his residence and he did not return to St. John’s Hospital.

Mr. Caspary is believed to be driving a silver 2006 Acura TL, license plate 5UND428. Kenneth is described as a Caucasian male, 6’00”, 175 lbs, brown hair, and hazel eyes. Kenneth was last seen wearing a blue and white button-up shirt and blue jeans.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: June 21, 2015 1215 Hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Arrest of wanted gang member
DATE/TIME:	6/9/15; 1815 hours
LOCATION:	1900 Block of Solar Drive, Oxnard

SUSPECT(S):	Eric Forrest, 28 year old Ventura resident



PREPARED BY:	Jared Schmelter, 385-7644 Jared.schmelter@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Kevin.Baysinger@Oxnardpd.org 385-8290

DETAILS:

At 1815 hours, officers from the Special Enforcement Unit were conducting gang enforcement in the North end of Oxnard. Members of the Special Enforcement Unit worked in conjunction with the Ventura Police Department in order to apprehend Eric Forrest, who had an active felony warrant for his arrest and had a violent criminal history. Forrest is also a documented member of a criminal street gang.

Forrest was contacted by members of SEU in the 1900 block of Solar Avenue, as he was attempting to get into a stolen vehicle. Upon contact, Forrest attempted to flee and was apprehended by Oxnard Police K9 “Koa,” and SEU officers.

He was booked for a felony warrant, possession of a stolen vehicle and several narcotics related charges.

The Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit is committed to reducing gang crimes and violence in the City of Oxnard through the strict enforcement of laws specifically targeting known, active gang members residing in the city. Citizens are reminded to contact the Police Department when they observe suspicious activity or are witnesses to a crime.

Persons may also contact the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477, or visit the web site
http://www.venturacountycrimestopper.org/contact.aspx.

DATE / TIME PREPARED:
6/10/15; 1030 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Attempt Carjacking, Suspect Arrested
DATE/TIME:	6/26/15 at approximately 1714 Hours
LOCATION:	24 Hour Fitness – 500 Town Center Drive, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Four Victims (Names Witheld)
SUSPECT(S):	David Garcia, 30 years old, Oxnard Resident
WITNESS(ES):	Numerous Witnesses (Names Witheld)
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	N/A
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Jon Keller, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Alex Arnett, Sergeant (805) 486-6211 alex.arnett@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:On 6-26-15 at about 5:17 P.M. a subject identified as David Garcia attempted to steal 4 different occupied vehicles while near the 24 Hour Fitness business at “The Collection” stores in Oxnard. One of the occupied vehicles Garcia tried to enter was driven by an on-duty Oxnard Police detective who had been driving on River Park Blvd.

Garcia accosted a driver stopped in the parking lot of the business and was violently trying to pull the man from his vehicle when detective Pinkstaff intervened. Garcia tried to flee the area on foot, but the detective was able to physically detain Garcia until other officers arrived to assist. Garcia is being charged with four counts of attempted carjacking (215 P.C.). None of the victims suffered any physical injuries as a result of the crimes.

If any other motorists were confronted by a suspect near River Park and Town Center Drive on this date, please contact Sgt. Alex Arnett at (805) 486-6211 or email: alex.arnett@oxnardpd.org

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Gang member, ex-felon, Post Release Offender (PRO) in possession of a loaded firearm and methamphetamine arrest
DATE/TIME:	6-2-15 / 1340 Hours
LOCATION:	Pleasant Valley Road at Ventura Road, Port Hueneme
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Alejandro Ramuco, 23 years, Oxnard resident Raymond Suarez, 23 years, Oxnard resident Jesus Silva, 39 years, Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	Gold Infiniti sedan
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Senior Officer Martin Cook, (805) 385-7600
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Martin Cook, (805) 385-7600, martin.cook@oxnarpd.org

DETAILS:
On the 6-2-15, at 1340 hours, officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit/ Gang Enforcement Unit were conducting gang enforcement in the area of Saviers Road and Channel Islands Boulevard when they observed a gold Infiniti sedan in the area with tinted windows and a known criminal street gang member, Alejandro Ramuco, in the vehicle. An enforcement stop was conducted.

Also in vehicle, were known criminal street gang members Raymond Suarez and Jesus Silva. Silva was found to be driving the vehicle with a suspended license (for driving under the Influence). Both Ramuco and Suarez are Post Release Offenders (PRO) on probation. During the subsequent search of the vehicle and the occupants, Ramuco was found to have a Taurus .357 Magnum handgun concealed in his waistband, and 1.3 grams of methamphetamine concealed in his pants. Officers also located open containers of alcohol in the vehicle.

Ramuco was arrested for various firearms violations, gang injunction violations, gang enhancements and a PRO hold. Suarez was arrested for several gang injunction violations, failing to register as a gang member, and a PRO hold. And, Silva was arrested for driving on a suspended license.

At the beginning of 2014, the Oxnard Police Department launched the Operation Safer and Stronger initiative, as well as the Firearms Strike Team (FAST), to proactively remove firearms from prohibited persons in the city. The objective of the initiative and FAST was to reduce gun violence in Oxnard through education, intervention, and enforcement. In 2014, Oxnard officers made one-hundred and six (106) firearms-related arrests. This also included an additional two hundred and forty (240) firearms that were seized and taken off the street.

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 suspicious or criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600, or the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (805) 222-8477 and www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 6-2-15/ 1500 hrs.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Gang member in possession of a loaded handgun
DATE/TIME:	6/3/15 at 1815 hours
LOCATION:	Wooley Road and “J” St
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Casio Medina (26 years) Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Bill Crisostomo
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Bill Crisostomo, 385-7644 Bill.Crisostomo@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On June 3, 2015 at approximately 1815 hours, Officers from the Special Enforcement Unit were conducting gang enforcement in the area of Wooley Road and “J” St. The officers made contact with Casio Medina (26 years) a known documented gang member who is on probation. During a search of Medina, he was found to be in possession of a loaded semi-automatic handgun.

Medina was arrested for several weapon and gang related violations.

The Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit is committed to reducing gang crimes and violence in the City of Oxnard through the strict enforcement of laws specifically targeting known, active gang members residing in the city. Citizens are reminded to contact the Police Department when they observe suspicious activity or are witnesses to a crime.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: June 3, 2015/1930

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Suspect Injured during a Warrant Arrest
DATE/TIME:	June 5, 2015 at 4:45 P.M.
LOCATION:	Redwood St. at Jackson St.
VICTIM(S):
SUSPECT(S):	Dangelly Rivera, 24-year old Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Mike Adair, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Commander Mike Adair (805) 385-7600 mike.adair@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On June 5th, at 4:45 P.M., an Oxnard Police officer conducted an investigative traffic stop on a vehicle on Redwood St. at Jackson St. The vehicle pulled over and the officer contacted the driver of the vehicle. During the stop, the passenger exited the vehicle and attempted to flee.

The officer ordered the subject, later identified as Dangelly Rivera a 24 year old Oxnard resident, to stay at the scene. Rivera fled on foot and an Electronic Control Device (ECD) was used to take the suspect into custody. The suspect suffered an injury from falling to the ground during the arrest and he was transported to St. John’s hospital for medical treatment.

Rivera had outstanding felony warrants for a stolen vehicle violation, possession of stolen property, and a violation of probation. Rivera is currently on probation for threatening a witness and a prior resisting arrest.

Date Prepared: 6-6-15, 0900 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Collision into occupied residence
DATE/TIME:	6-28-15, 1358 Hours
LOCATION:	Wooley Road at “L” Street
VICTIM(S):	47-year old female, Oxnard resident, and two three-year old children, minor injuries.
SUSPECT(S):	Brian Sanchez, 22-year old, Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	2000 Plymouth Neon
LOSS:	See below
PREPARED BY:	Robin Whitney, Sergeant, and Marty Meyer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Marty Meyer, Commander martin.meyer@oxnardpd.org , (805) 207-7078

DETAILS:

On 6-28-15, at approximately 1358 hours, Oxnard Police and Fire personnel responded to a call of a vehicle crashing into an occupied residence at the corner of Wooley Road and “L” Street.

First responders found that a 2000 Plymouth Neon had crashed into the house through a living room wall. There were three occupants inside the residence who suffered injuries, including a 47-year old female and two three-year old children. The adult female resident was transported to Ventura County Medical Center (VCMC) with moderate injuries. The two children suffered minor injuries but were not transported for medical treatment.

There were two occupants in the vehicle. The driver, Brian Sanchez, a 22-year male from Oxnard, was also transported to VCMC with minor injuries. The passenger, an adult female, suffered minor injuries and was released at the scene.

Sanchez was arrested on the suspicion of felony drunk driving (DUI causing injury) and driving on a suspended license. An investigation is continuing.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 6-28-15, 1600 hours.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Gang member in possession of a firearm
DATE/TIME:	June 27, 2015 / 11:30pm
LOCATION:	Rose Ave. @ Fifth St.
SUSPECT(S):	Jorge Gonzalez (33)
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	1999 Nissan Maxima
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Tim Kelley
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Tim Kelley (805)385-8289

DETAILS:On Saturday, June 27, 2015, Officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit/ Gang Unit were conducting uniformed enforcement in the area of Rose Avenue and Fifth Street in response to a recent shooting that occurred on the 21st. At approximately 11:30pm officers stopped a 1999 Nissan Maxima for a traffic violation. Several of the vehicle’s occupants were determined to be on probation including one of the passengers, 33 year old Oxnard resident Jorge Gonzalez. During a search of the vehicle officers located a loaded .38 caliber revolver concealed next to Gonzalez’s seat. Gonzales is a member of an Oxnard street gang and is prohibited from possessing firearms under California law. Gonzalez was arrested for several weapons violations and booked into the Ventura County Jail. A 27 year old female passenger was also arrested for an outstanding warrant.

The Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit is committed to reducing gang and firearms violence in the City of Oxnard through the strict enforcement of laws specifically targeting known, active gang members residing in the City. Citizens are reminded to contact the Police Department when they observe suspicious activity or are witness to a crime.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: June 28, 2015 / 12:30am

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Serious Injury Traffic Collision
DATE/TIME:	June 27, 2015 / 0610 hours
LOCATION:	Vineyard Avenue @ Walnut Drive
DRIVER 1:	Young Ok Yi, 53 years, Fillmore Resident
VEHICLE 1:	White, 2004 Lexus RX300
DRIVER 2:	Manuel Martinez Hernandez, 42 years, Oxnard Resident
VEHICLE 2 (motorcycle):	Burgundy, 2001 Suzuki SVS650
PREPARED BY:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Sergeant (805) 385-7847 brian.woolley@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Traffic Officer Manuel Perez (805) 385-7749 manuel.perez@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On Saturday, June 27, 2015, at about 6:10 a.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel responded to the intersection of Vineyard Avenue and Walnut Drive in reference to an injury traffic collision involving two vehicles, one being a motorcycle.

Preliminary investigation indicates that the Lexus RX300, driven by Young Yi, was traveling southbound on Vineyard Avenue in the left turn pocket at Walnut Drive. The motorcyclist, Manuel Hernandez, was traveling northbound on Vineyard Avenue approaching the intersection. The collision occurred when the Lexus turned left in the path of the motorcycle.

Driver Hernandez, who was wearing a motorcycle helmet, was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained serious injuries including a broken leg. He was transported from the scene to the Ventura County Medical Center where he is currently listed in serious condition. Driver Yi was not injured during the collision.

Alcohol, drugs and excessive speed do not appear to be factors in this collision. The collision is still under investigation.

If anyone has additional information about this collision, please contact Traffic Officer Manuel Perez at 805-385-7749 or via email at manuel.perez@oxnardpd.org.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: June 27, 2015 at 1215 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint Results
DATE/TIME:	June 26, 2015 8:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.
LOCATION:	City of Oxnard
PREPARED BY:	Daniel Shrubb, Traffic Unit, (805) 385-7749 daniel.shrubb@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Jamie Brown, Traffic Coordinator (805) 385-7749 jamie.brown@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On Friday, June 26, 2015, between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 2:30 a.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department conducted a DUI/Driver’s license checkpoint in the City of Oxnard. The checkpoint was conducted in the southbound lanes of Victoria Avenue south of Gonzales Road. The location was chosen to provide increased DUI deterrence and in response to recent alcohol related arrests and/or DUI collisions.

The checkpoint resulted in the following:

·         985 vehicles through
·         878 drivers screened
·         Four DUI investigations
·         Two DUI alcohol arrests
·         Five citations issued to unlicensed drivers
·         Three citations issued to drivers with a suspended/revoked license
·         15 total citations issued
·         Four vehicles towed

The DUI arrests were made at or near the checkpoint held on Victoria Avenue. Both of the drivers arrested were found to have a blood alcohol level of twice the legal limit.

The Oxnard Police Department will continue to conduct DUI enforcement operations this year. These operations are an effort to reduce the number of alcohol related crashes and to make our roadways and community safer. We also remind people to call 911 if they see an impaired driver. These DUI enforcement operations are funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 06/27/15, 0300 hours