Archives for April 2016

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Multi-Location Search Warrant Operation
DATE/TIME:	April 27, 2016, at approximately 5:00 AM
LOCATION:	Four locations in Oxnard
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Richard Chairez, 20, Jesse Chairez 23, Javier Flores 19, Feliciano Salazar 25, Bertin Salazar 22, Robert Delacerda 37
PREPARED BY:	Brett A. Smith, Police Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Cody J Collet, cody.collet@oxnardpd.org (805) 486-6228

DETAILS: On April 27, 2016 at approximately 5:00 a.m., officers and detectives from the Oxnard Police Department along with the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department, Ventura Police Department and California State Parole, served simultaneous gang related search warrants at multiple locations in the City of Oxnard. The gang search warrants were a result of ongoing investigations related to recent gang shootings in the City of Oxnard.

At the conclusion of the search warrants, three adults were arrested: Richard Chairez-possession of a loaded firearm, prohibited person in possession of a firearm, and prohibited person in possession of ammunition; Javier Flores – Child Endangerment related to the location of a firearm; Robert Delacerda – Violation of his parole terms, specifically, possession of drugs for sale.

The Oxnard Police Department Violent Crimes Unit is committed to reducing gang crime and related violence in the City of Oxnard through comprehensive and detailed investigations, targeting active gang members residing in the city. The Oxnard Police Department continues to devote considerable resources to combat gang and firearms violence.

The Oxnard Police Department encourages residents to be partners in public safety as part of the Operation Safer and Stronger initiative. If anyone has further information, 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.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Firearm arrest
DATE/TIME:	April 11, 2016/2300
LOCATION:	5200 block of Charles St.
VICTIM(S):
SUSPECT(S):	Anthony Tapia (22 years) Oxnard resident Male juvenile (16 years) Oxnard resident
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SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
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PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Bill Crisostomo
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Bill Crisostomo, 385-7644 Bill.Crisostomo@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On April 11, 2016 at approximately 2300 hours officers from the Special Enforcement Unit and K9 Unit responded to a call of a subject with a gun and a possible shot fired in the 5200 block of Charles Street. When officers arrived several subjects fled into a residence. All of the subjects were eventually detained without further incident. One of the subjects was identified as Anthony Tapia. Tapia is currently on probation with search terms. A probation search was conducted, during which a sawed off shotgun was located.

Tapia was arrested for weapons violations. A juvenile who was also contacted was found to have an outstanding warrant for his arrest. Tapia and the juvenile are both associated with a local tagger group.

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 in the city. Citizens are reminded to contact the Police Department when they observe suspicious activity or are witnesses to a crime.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Stolen Vehicle Arrest
DATE/TIME:	April 9, 2016 at 7:52 PM
LOCATION:	Channel Islands Blvd. and Fournier St.
VICTIM(S):	Name Withheld
SUSPECT(S):	Lauren Evans, 24 year old Oxnard resident
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PREPARED BY:	Bakari Myers, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Bakari Myers, Sergeant (805) 385-7778 Bakari.myers@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On April 9, 2016, at approximately 7:52 PM, an Oxnard Police Officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a Honda Civic in the area of San Juan Ave. and Columbia Dr. The driver, identified as 24 year old Oxnard resident Lauren Evans, failed to stop and a pursuit ensued. The pursuit lasted approximately two minutes and concluded when Evans abandoned the stolen vehicle in the middle of the intersection at Channel Islands Blvd. and Fournier St.

Evans attempted to flee on foot but was apprehended by the pursuing officer. Evans was charged with being in possession of a stolen vehicle, felony evading, resisting arrest, and was booked at the Ventura County Jail. Evans is currently on probation for a prior stolen vehicle arrest.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint Results
DATE/TIME:	Friday, April 15, 2016 8:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
LOCATION:	City of Oxnard
PREPARED BY:	Ricardo Vazquez, Traffic Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Jamie Brown, Traffic Coordinator (805) 385-7749 jamie.brown@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On Friday, April 15, 2016, between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department conducted two DUI/Driver’s license checkpoints in the City of Oxnard. The first checkpoint was conducted in the southbound lanes of Rose Avenue south of Tiesa Lane. The second checkpoint was conducted in the southbound lanes of Saviers Road south of Bryce Canyon Avenue. These locations were chosen to provide increased DUI deterrence and in response to recent alcohol-related arrests and/or DUI collisions.

The checkpoints resulted in the following:

806 vehicles through
685 drivers screened
One DUI investigation
One DUI alcohol arrest
Seven citations issued to unlicensed drivers
Three citations issued to drivers with a suspended/revoked license
26 total citations issued
Six vehicles were towed

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 that if they see an impaired driver to dial 911. These DUI enforcement operations are funded by grants 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.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Gang member in possession of handgun
DATE/TIME:	April 3, 2016/2045
LOCATION:	3200 Merced Place
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Juan Alvarez (24 years) Oxnard resident Ray Fernandez (19 years) Oxnard resident
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SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
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PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Bill Crisostomo
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Bill Crisostomo, 385-7644 Bill.Crisostomo@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS: On April 3, 2016 at approximately 2045 hours Officers from the Special Enforcement Unit were working directed gang enforcement in the Lemonwood/Diamond Bar area of the city. This is the same area where a gang member shot at an Oxnard Police Officer last week.

While patrolling the area SEU officers contacted Juan Alvarez, Ray Fernandez and a third male subject in a parked vehicle in the 3200 block of Merced. Ray Fernandez is on probation with search terms. Fernandez was searched during which narcotics paraphernalia was located. During the search of the vehicle a loaded handgun was also located.

Juan Alvarez was arrested for several weapon violations and Ray Fernandez was arrested for narcotics violations. The third subject was released at the scene.

Alvarez and Fernandez are both associated with a criminal street gang.

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 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: April 3, 2016/2210

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Firearm Arrest
DATE/TIME:	April 17, 2016/1150
LOCATION:	Eastman Ave and Rose Ave
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Victor Aguiar (22 years) Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Bill Crisostomo
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sergeant Bill Crisostomo, 385-7644 Bill.Crisostomo@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On April 17, 2016 at approximately 1150 hours officers from the Special Enforcement Unit were working gang enforcement Rose Park area of the city. While in the area of Rose Avenue and Emerson Avenue a traffic stop was conducted for a vehicle code violation. The driver was Victor Aguiar. Aguiar was subsequently arrested for a vehicle code violation. During a search of his vehicle a loaded semi-automatic handgun was located. Aguiar was additionally arrested for several firearm related violations.

Aguiar is associated with a known criminal street gang.

A passenger in the vehicle was released at the scene.

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 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: April 17, 2016/1710

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Arrest for Possession of Loaded Firearm
DATE/TIME:	April 8, 2016 at 12:12 AM
LOCATION:	100 block of Cordova St.
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Roberto Cisneros, 22 year old Oxnard resident
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PREPARED BY:	Bakari Myers, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Bakari Myers, Sergeant (805) 385-7778 Bakari.myers@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS: On April 8, 2016, at approximately 12:12 A.M., patrol officers were dispatched to the area of the 200 block of Wilson Ave. reference several shots heard in the alley. Officers responded to the area and located an occupied vehicle in the vicinity of the shots fired call. Officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the vehicle and the driver initially failed to yield. The driver, identified as 22 year old Oxnard resident Roberto Cisneros, ultimately stopped his vehicle in the 100 block of Cordova St. and was taken into custody for driving on a suspended license, and for resisting arrest. During a search of the vehicle, officers located a loaded firearm.

The initial report from an alert Oxnard resident likely resulted in the arrest of Cisneros and the removal of another firearm from the streets of Oxnard. The Oxnard Police Department continues to encourage residents to be partners in public safety as part of the Operation Safer and Stronger initiative. If anyone has further information, they are encouraged to call Oxnard PD at (805) 385-7547. 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: 4/8/16 at 0245 Hours
*no photo available of the suspect at this time as the suspect was booked at the Ventura County Jail.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Community Animal Licensing Fair
DATE/TIME:	April 16, 2016 at 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
LOCATION:	Sea Air Park 2011 Ninth Street Oxnard
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PREPARED BY:	Daniel Shrubb, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Daniel Shrubb Sergeant (805) 200-5670 daniel.shrubb@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:

On April 16, 2016, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the City of Oxnard’s Animal Safety Unit will be hosting a Community Animal Licensing Fair at Sea Air Park, 2011 Ninth Street in Oxnard.

Oxnard residents will have a great opportunity to license their pets and obtain more information on responsible pet ownership. The Animal Safety Unit has even better news – If residents choose to license their pets at this event, late fees and penalties for having expired pet licenses will be waived.

The Oxnard Police Department Explorer Post will also be offering free child fingerprinting.

What do I need to bring?

A valid rabies certificate
$20 for a spayed or neutered pet (cash or check only).
$50 for an unaltered pet (cash or check only).

For additional information contact the Oxnard Police Department Animal Safety Unit at 805-385-7640 or find us on Facebook under “Oxnard Police Department – Animal Safety Unit.”

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Assault with a deadly weapon (Knife)
DATE/TIME:	April 25, 2016 / 5:00 pm
LOCATION:	400 Block West Juniper Street
VICTIM(S):	70 year old Oxnard Resident 50 year old Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S):	Luis Gomez (20 years) Oxnard resident
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PREPARED BY:	Detective Cody J Collet
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Cody J Collet, cody.collet@oxnardpd.org (805)486-6228

DETAILS:

On April 25, 2016, at about 5:00 pm, Patrol Officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded to the 400 Block West Juniper Street, reference a family dispute. Officers arrived on scene and began investigating the family dispute and a complaint of a battery. The suspect was identified as resident Luis Gomez, 20 years old, who was inside the home.
Officers learned that earlier in the day, Gomez had brandished an axe at a female victim and had also previously battered another victim. This was unreported to police.
While officers were investigating the battery and family dispute, occupants of the residence fled out a bedroom window and reported that Gomez had charged at them with a large knife and attempted to assault them.
Officers surrounded the residence. Members of the Oxnard Police Department SWAT Team, K9 Unit, Hostage Negotiations Team, Crisis Intervention Team, and Investigators from the Oxnard Police Department Violent Crimes Unit responded to assist with the incident. A search warrant and arrest warrant were obtained for Gomez and the residence. After several hours Gomez was taken into custody using a police canine.
Gomez was transported to Ventura County Medical Center for treatment for injuries he sustained from the police canine during the arrest. Gomez will be booked at the Ventura County Main Jail for Battery and Assault with a Deadly Weapon (PC 245).
If anyone has further information, 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.

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Arrest of Homicide Suspect
DATE/TIME:	10/27/15 at approximately 0200 hours
LOCATION:	1500 block of South Oxnard Boulevard
VICTIM(S):	Paul Blevins, 50 years old, Oxnard Resident
SUSPECT(S):	George Edward Malone, 47 years old, Port Hueneme Resident
WITNESS(ES):	N/A
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	N/A
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Sergeant Alex Arnett alex.arnett@oxnardpd.org (805) 385-7763
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Miguel Serrato miguel.serrato@oxnardpd.org (805) 385-7688

DETAILS:

(OXNARD, Calif) – Oxnard Police Department Major Crimes Investigators have made an arrest in a homicide case that occured on October 27, 2015. Detectives arrested 47 year old George Edward Malone for the murder of Paul Blevins.

On 10/27/15 at approximately 0200 hours, Oxnard police officers responded to the 1500 block of South Oxnard Boulevard regarding an assault. When the officers arrived at the scene, they found Blevins with life threatening stab wounds. Blevins was transported to the Ventura County Medical Center. Unfortunately, Blevins died as a result of the injuries he sustained from the assault.

Major Crimes Investigators took over the investigation and were able to identify a suspect. The suspect, George Edward Malone, was arrested at Ventura County Jail on 4/25/16 for the murder of Blevins. Malone was already in custody for narcotics related charges not associated with the homicide.

Although Malone has been arrested for this murder, Major Crimes Investigators are continuing to investigate this case. If you have information about the murder of Paul Blevins, you are urged to call contact Detective Miguel Serrato at (805) 385-7688. You can also remain anonymous by calling the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070, or contact the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477, or visit the website www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org

George Edward Malone

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 4/26/16 at 0900 hours