Archives for October 2023

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: October 11, 2023 | 0137 hours

SUBJECT: Firearm Arrest

SUSPECTS: Christian Rodriguez, 28 year-old Oxnard Resident

LOCATION: 100 block N. Juanita Ave, Oxnard

CONTACT: Mike Wood, Sergeant

(805) 385-7600 (Fri-Sun 6PM-630AM) | mike.wood@oxnardpd.org

On the above date and time, an Oxnard Police officer attempted to contact a subject in the 100 block of N. Juanita Ave. Upon contact, the subject later identified as 28-year-old resident Christian Rodriguez fled through a nearby park which is adjacent to a local school, and discarded a firearm. The subject was ultimately apprehended. The firearm was found to be a loaded 9mm Ruger pistol. Rodriguez was arrested for unlawful possession of a firearm which also included possession of a firearm near a school.

Anyone with information regarding this case or other criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600, or online via the Oxnard Police Department’s website: www.oxnardpd.org, and clicking on “Report Suspicious Activity.” You can remain anonymous if you choose to do so by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800)222-8477. You can also visit their website: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: October 5, 2019, at 9:25 P.M.

SUBJECT: Police Seek Information on Homicide Case

LOCATION: 3000 block of Merced Place, Oxnard, CA

VICTIM: Richard Madera, 32-year-old, Oxnard Resident

CONTACT: Adam Aguilar, Detective

(805) 385-7680 | adam.aguilar@oxnardpd.org

Detectives with the Oxnard Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit are seeking information from the community to help solve the murder of 32-year-old Richard Madera.

Mr. Madera was shot and killed on October 5, 2019, and today marks the four-year anniversary of that incident. Mr. Madera was standing in the front yard of a residence in the 3000 block of Merced Place when he was shot multiple times. Despite the lifesaving efforts given by Emergency Medical Services, Mr. Madera succumbed to his injuries at the scene. Mr. Madera left behind a loving family, including three small children.

Detectives are encouraging anyone who was present at the scene and may have heard or seen anything to contact Detective Adam Aguilar (805) 385-7680. The City of Oxnard offers a reward of $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of any individuals responsible for committing homicides within the City.

Information can be reported online via the Oxnard Police Department’s website: www.oxnardpd.org, and click on “Report Suspicious Activity.” You can remain anonymous and still provide valuable information by calling Ventura Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

Sergeant Jess Aragon

Oxnard Police Department

Major Crimes

Office (805)385-7632 (Mon – Thurs 7 AM – 5 PM)

Cell (805)207-9097

Jess.aragon@oxnardpd.org

NEWS RELEASE

DATE/TIME: October 6, 2023 / 11:00PM

SUBJECT: Firearm Arrest

SUSPECT: 17 year old Oxnard Resident

LOCATION: 4700 block of Olds Road, Oxnard

CONTACT: Kevin Baysinger, Commander

Kevin.Baysinger@OxnardPD.org

(805) 385-7746 (Th-Sat 4PM-4AM)

On the above date and time, Oxnard Police officers contacted the occupants of a parked vehicle in the 4700 block of Olds Road. During the contact, officers learned that the right front passenger, a 17 year old male, was in possession of a shotgun. All of the occupants, including two juvenile females, were removed from the vehicle. Officers retrieved the shotgun from the male juvenile and arrested him for firearms violations.

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: October 3, 2023

SUBJECT: National Walk and Roll to School Day

CONTACT: Mike Gens, Sergeant

(805) 385-7847 (Tue-Fri 7AM-5PM) | michael.gens@oxnardpd.org

National Walk and Roll to School Day is Oct. 4^th

The Oxnard Police Department encourages parents and students to join their classmates and walk, bike, or roll to class Oct. 4.

“Walk and Roll to School Day” is celebrated annually to highlight the benefits of exercise and practice pedestrian and road safety with other students, families, and caregivers.

The Oxnard Police Departmentoffers tips for students who walk, bike, or roll to school:

· Plan your route on roads with sidewalks or paths away from traffic. If there are no sidewalks, walk or ride as far from cars as possible, facing traffic.

· Use crosswalks, preferably at stop signs or signals. If there are unmarked crosswalks, cross at corners on streets with fewer lanes and lower speed limits.

· Always look left-right-left before crossing the street. Continue to scan for traffic as you cross the street.

· Watch for cars entering/leaving driveways or parking spaces.

· Always wear a helmet when riding or rolling.

· Be aware of your surroundings. Keep earbud or headphone volume low enough so you can still hear around you.

Drivers should be extra careful and anticipate more foot and bike traffic the morning of Oct. 4, as well as be prepared to stop for school buses and children crossing the street. Drivers should always watch their speed and slow down in school zones.

Schools are encouraged to register at walkbiketoschool.org as a way of tracking participation and showing support for active, healthy, and safe transportation.

Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.