Archives for October 2015

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	DRAGG (Drag Racing Against Gangs and Graffiti) Introducing New Mustang to the Fleet
DATE/TIME:	10-28-15
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PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Charles Woodruff Charles.woodruff@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Charles Woodruff 805 385 8300 / Sergeant Daniel Shrubb 805 200 5670

DETAILS:The DRAGG Team is at it again, working with Ford as well as several other sponsors, to assist in designing another DRAGG vehicle for the program. The theme to the 2015 Mustang is, “The Thin Blue Line”, which represents all men and women in law enforcement who work together with separating the good from the bad while creating order from chaos. The Mustang will officially be unveiled at the 2015 SEMA Show, in Las Vegas, NV on November 3^rd.

DRAGG (Drag Racing Against Gangs and Graffiti), is an after school automotive program which was started by Oxnard Police Officers, in collaboration with the Oxnard Union High School District, and members from the automotive industry. Students from the district attend after school classes, field trips, and are given the opportunity to interact with experts within the industry, as well as earn school credits. Over 100 students have graduated from the DRAGG Program, and over 30 of the students have earned scholarships through the program to further their education.

DRAGG is a non-profit organization that operates solely on donations and sponsorships from the community and corporations. To learn more about the program and the build of the new Mustang please visit www.draggteam.org or visit the Facebook page at DRAGG.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 10/29/15

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Theft of Auto Parts
DATE/TIME:	10/26/15 0055 Hours
LOCATION:	2300 Block of Oneida Place, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	Withheld
SUSPECT(S):	Jesus Zamora, 20 year-old Oxnard Resident Erik Parra, 19 year-old Oxnard Resident Luis Giovanni Gonzalez, 20 year-old Oxnard Resident
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PREPARED BY:	Sgt. Marc Amon, marc.amon@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Rocky Marquez, (805) 385-7664 rocky.marquez@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On 10/26/15 at approximately 12:55 a.m., three males were seen removing the hood of a parked vehicle in the 2300 block of Oneida Place. Patrol officers were already in the area and were able to detain all three subjects as they attempted to walk off with the hood of the vehicle. The suspects were identified as 20 year-old Jesus Zamora, 19 year-old Erik Parra and 20 year-old Luis Giovanni Gonzalez, all Oxnard residents. The suspects were arrested for felony vehicle tampering.

The Oxnard Police Department continues to encourage residents to be partners in public safety as part of the Operation Safer and Stronger initiative. Whenever you are away from your car hide all valuables, lock your car and take your keys with you. Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7740 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (805) 222-8477 or www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Assault with a deadly weapon (Firearm)
DATE/TIME:	November 07, 2015 00:10 A.M.
LOCATION:	400 Block North “G” St, City of Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	19 Year Old, Oxnard Resident 20 Year Old, Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S):	David Cabanas, 25 Year Old Oxnard Resident
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PREPARED BY:	Detective Cody Collet
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Cody Collet Cody.collet@oxnardpd.org 805-486-6228

DETAILS:
On November 7, 2015, at about 0010 hours, Oxnard Police Department officers responded to a shooting in the 400 block of North “G” St. Officers responded to the scene and located several victims. During the investigation it was learned that the victims were shot at by the suspect in the west alley of North “G” St. The suspect was seen jumping fences in the 400 block of North “H” St prior to officers’ arrival. Officers set up a perimeter around the area. Oxnard Police Department SWAT and Detectives responded to the scene.

Oxnard Police searched several locations on North “H” St. Officers located the suspect, David Cabanas, hiding in a residence on North “H” St. Cabanas was taken into custody without incident. Cabanas is a documented Colonia Chiques gang member.

If anyone has information about this incident, they are encouraged to call Detective Cody Collet at (805) 486-6228. 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.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 11/7/12 / 0430 hours

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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:	Shooting Victim
DATE/TIME:	10-2-15 / 1951 hours
LOCATION:	5200 block of Courtland Street
VICTIM(S):	19 yr old male, Oxnard resident (name withheld)
SUSPECT(S):	Two Hispanic male suspects, mid-teens, wearing dark clothing
PREPARED BY:	Jeff Long, Senior Officer
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Jeff Long (805) 486-6506 jeff.long@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On 10-02-15, at approximately 1951 hours, officers responded to the 5200 block of Courtland Street regarding a shooting victim. Officers found a 19-year old male Oxnard resident had sustained two gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he is listed in critical condition.

Witnesses reported there were at least two male suspects involved. The suspects fled the scene in an unknown direction. An investigation is continuing.

Persons with additional information may call the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070, or contact the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. Persons can also visit the website http://www.venturacountycrimestopper.org/contact.aspx.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 10-03-15 / 0110 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Recovered Stolen Vehicle and Arrest – Post Release Offender (PRO)
DATE/TIME:	10-23-15 /1726 Hours
LOCATION:	3200 Block of South Rose Avenue
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Malik Rasheed, 38-years, Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):	Not disclosed
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	N/A
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Marty Meyer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Marty Meyer, (805) 207-7078, martin.meyer@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On 10-23-15, at 1726 hours, officers responded to the 3200 Block of South Rose Avenue near College Park re: a male subject reportedly casing for robbery armed with a knife. Officers located Malik Rasheed, a 38-year old Oxnard resident. Rasheed was in possession of a pocket knife.

Investigating officers also found Rasheed was in possession of a Honda car key. That led officers to a Honda sedan nearby. Officers determined the vehicle had been reported stolen and Rasheed had driven the vehicle. Rasheed was arrested for possession of a stolen vehicle, 496d(a) PC. Rasheed was also determined to be a Post Release Offender (PRO).

The City of Oxnard continues to address issues associated with the Post Release Offender (PRO) Program, created by Assembly Bill 109 (the “2011 Public Safety Realignment”), which was effective October 1, 2011. This program mandated that individuals sentenced to non-violent, non-serious, or non-sex offenses serve their sentences in county jails instead of state prison.

Date Prepared: 10-23-15, 2130 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Vehicle Pursuit with two suspects arrested
DATE/TIME:	October 25, 2015 at 8:48 pm
LOCATION:	Central Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	N/A
SUSPECT(S):	15-year-old male Oxnard resident (Driver) Alverto Gonsalez, 28-year-old Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	1997 Ford Thunderbird
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Sgt. Chris Inglehart
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sgt. Chris Inglehart, 805-385-7600

DETAILS:

On October 25, 2015 at 8:48 pm Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit officers became involved in a pursuit of a vehicle occupied by subjects who were believed to be involved in a shooting. The vehicle pursuit traversed through central Oxnard for approximately 13 minutes and ended on the railroad tracks between Oxnard Boulevard and Channel Islands Boulevard. The two occupants were taken into custody without further incident. There were no reported injuries or accidents related to the pursuit. The driver, a 15-year-old male, was arrested and booked at Juvenile Hall. The passenger, Alverto Gonsalez, was arrested and booked at County Jail.

The Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit is committed to reducing gang crimes and related violence in the City of Oxnard through the strict enforcement of laws specifically targeting known and active gang members within the city.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 10/25/15 at 2346 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Criminal Threats Reckless Discharge of a Firearm Brandishing a Firearm in a Threatening Manner
DATE/TIME:	10/25/15, 0405 hrs
LOCATION:	2400 Block of Hillrose Pl.
VICTIM(S):	Withheld
SUSPECT(S):	Yovani Ramirez, age 31
PREPARED BY:	Robin Whitney, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Robin Whitney, Sergeant (805) 385-7600

DETAILS: On October 25, 2015, at approximately 0405 hours, Oxnard Police officers were dispatched to a residence in the 2400 block of Hillrose Place, regarding a subject armed with a handgun and threatening others. Witnesses reported the suspect was also involved in a dispute earlier, had brandished the handgun in a threatening manner, and fired the handgun in the backyard.

Officers obtained a description of the suspect and the vehicle he was driving. A responding officer located the suspect at the intersection of Vineyard Avenue and Oxnard Boulevard and detained him without incident. Witnesses positively identified suspect Yovani Ramirez, age 31. A semi-automatic handgun was found concealed in the vehicle Ramirez was driving.

Ramirez was arrested on the charges of reckless discharge of a firearm, criminal threats, and brandishing a firearm in a threatening manner.

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 Department Receives Grant for Special Traffic Enforcement and Crash Prevention
DATE/TIME:	October 8, 2015
LOCATION:	City of Oxnard
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:
The Oxnard Police Department has been awarded a $275,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for a year-long program of special enforcement and public awareness efforts to prevent traffic related deaths and injuries. The Oxnard Police Department will use the funding as part of the city’s ongoing commitment to keep our roadways safe and improve the quality of life through both enforcement and education.

“We are grateful for the support we received from the State to maintain our commitment on traffic safety throughout Oxnard” said Police Chief Jeri Williams. “This critical funding allows us to continue our focus on distracted drivers, drunk and drugged driving, as well as our commitment to working with the public on an education campaign and moving towards our goal towards zero-traffic related deaths,” Williams added.

After falling dramatically between 2006 and 2010, the number of persons killed and injured in California traffic collisions saw slight increases in 2011 and 2012.    Particularly alarming are recent increases in pedestrian and bicycle fatalities, the growing dangers of distracting technologies, and the emergence of drug-impaired driving as a major problem. This grant funding will provide opportunities to combat these and other devastating problems such as drunk driving, speeding and crashes at intersections.

“Overall, California’s roadways are among the safest in the nation,” said OTS Director Rhonda Craft. “But to meet future mobility, safety, and accessible transportation objectives, we have to reverse this recent trend in order to reach our common goal – zero deaths on our roadways. The Office of Traffic Safety and the Oxnard Police Department want to work with everyone to create a culture of traffic safety across the City of Oxnard and the state.”

Activities funded by the grant will include:
•              Educational presentations
•              DUI checkpoints
•              DUI saturation patrols
•              Motorcycle safety enforcement
•              Distracted driving enforcement
•              Speed, red light and stop sign enforcement
•              Seat belt and child safety seat enforcement
•              Pedestrian and bicycle safety and enforcement program
•              Warrant service operations targeting offenders with multiple DUI convictions
•              Compilation of DUI “Hot Sheets,” identifying worst-of-the-worst DUI offenders
•              Specialized DUI and drugged driving training such as Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST), Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE), and Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE)
•              Court “sting” operations to cite individuals driving from DUI court after ignoring their license suspension or revocation
•              Stakeout operations to observe the “worst-of-the-worst” repeat DUI offender probationers with suspended or revoked driver licenses

Funding for this program is from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 10/08/15, 1000 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 Loaded Handgun
DATE/TIME:	10-16-15 / 2300 Hours
LOCATION:	First Street at McKinley Street
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Ernesto Viveros, 24 years, Oxnard resident Luis Aguilar, 19 years, Oxnard resident Arturo Suarez, 20 years, Oxnard resident Miguel Ruiz, 19 years, Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	None
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Officer Todd Johnson
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	todd.johnson@oxnardpd.org, (805) 385-7600

DETAILS:
On October 16, 2015, at approximately 2300 hours, officers from the Special Enforcement Unit (SEU) and K9 Unit were conducting gang enforcement near First Street and McKinley Street when officers attempted to contact a group of known gang members.

Ernesto Viveros was in possession of a loaded .40 caliber handgun and arrested. Several other subjects fled into a nearby yard. An area search was conducted and Arturo Suarez Jr, Luis Aguilar, and Miguel Ruiz were located hiding in surrounding yards. Suarez had outstanding warrants, Aguilar was arrested for gang injunction violations, and Ruiz was in violation of his probation.

The Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit is committed to reducing gang crimes and related violence in the City of Oxnard through the strict enforcement of laws specifically targeting known, active gang members residing in the city. Residents are reminded to report suspicious activity or otherwise witness crime.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: October 17, 2015 / 0100 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Suspect arrested for kidnapping during traffic stop
DATE/TIME:	October 19, 2015 / 5:30 p.m.
LOCATION:	Saviers Rd. / Laurel St.
VICTIM(S):	Not disclosed
SUSPECT(S):	Alexander Baez (25 year old Oxnard resident)
PREPARED BY:	Sgt. Tim Kelley
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sgt. Tim Kelley timothy.kelley@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On October 19, 2015, at approximately 5:30 p.m., officers from the Special Enforcement Unit (SEU) and K9 Unit were conducting gang enforcement near Saviers Road and Laurel Street. Officers conducted a traffic stop of a silver BMW X5 for a mechanical violation.

During the traffic stop the driver and front passenger of the car told the officers that the subject seated in the back seat, later identified as 25 year old Oxnard resident Alexander Baez, had jumped into their car while they were stopped at a stop sign. Neither one knew who Baez was. Baez ordered the driver to drive southbound on Saviers Rd. The driver complied with Baez fearing that he was possibly armed. As the officers were being given this information Baez attempted to flee from the vehicle. The officers gave chase and after a brief struggle were able to take Baez into custody. Baez is a documented gang member and has been served with the civil gang injunction. Baez is currently on probation and parole. Baez was arrested and charged with kidnapping, violation of a gang injunction, parole violation, resisting arrest, and was arrested for an outstanding misdemeanor warrant. It is unknown what Baez’s motive was. Baez was not armed and neither victim was harmed during this incident.

The Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit is committed to reducing gang crimes and related violence in the City of Oxnard through the strict enforcement of laws specifically targeting known, active gang members residing in the city. Residents are reminded to report suspicious activity or otherwise witness crime.