Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Convicted felon in possession of a loaded handgun in a vehicle
DATE/TIME:	October 25, 2015 @ 9:15 P.M.
LOCATION:	Oxnard Blvd. at Statham Blvd.
VICTIM(S):	State of California
SUSPECT(S):	Arthur Jenkins, 59 year old Oxnard resident
PREPARED BY:	Officer J. Kitka
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	james.kitka@oxnardpd.org, (805) 385-7600

DETAILS: On October 25, 2015 at approximately 7:30 PM, officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the vicinity of Oxnard Blvd and Statham Blvd. A search of the vehicle produced a loaded handgun in the passenger compartment of the vehicle.

The vehicle’s owner, Arthur Jenkins, was found to be responsible for the firearm. A records check revealed that Jenkins was a convicted violent felon. Jenkins was booked at the Oxnard Police Department for several weapons charges.

Residents are reminded to report suspicious activity to your local law enforcement.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: October 25, 2015 / 2245 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT	Attempted homicide
DATE/TIME	December 2, 2011 at 6:23 p.m.
LOCATION	Hemlock Street and Patterson Road, Oxnard
VICTIM	16-year-old male, Oxnard resident
SUSPECT	Unknown
WITNESS
SUSPECT VEHICLE
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Detective Mike Johnson, 805-385-7645
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Mónica Muñoz, Community Affairs Manager / PIO monica.munoz@oxnardpd.org (805) 385-7631

DETAILS:

On December 2, 2011 at about 6:30 p.m., Oxnard Police officers were dispatched to the area of Hemlock Street and Patterson Road in regards to a stabbing victim.

Upon arrival, officers located a 16-year-old Oxnard resident with multiple stab wounds. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he is listed in stable condition. The suspects are currently outstanding.

If anyone has any information about this incident, they are encouraged to call Oxnard PD at (805) 385-7740 or Detective Mike Johnson at (805) 385-7645.
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.

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DATE / TIME PREPARED: 12/03/11 12:45 a.m.

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 Arrests: Sex Offender Failure to Provide Information, False Impersonation, Identity Theft, Conspiracy, and Grand Theft
DATE/TIME:	May 28, 2015, 7:15 a.m.
LOCATION:	1800 Block of Pericles Place, Oxnard
SUSPECT(S):	Guillermo Ezequiel Martin, 39 Araceli Martin, 35
LOSS:	$1846
PREPARED BY:	Lucy Buttell
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Jason Coleman 805-385-7687 Jason.coleman@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS: On May 28, 2015 at 07:15 a.m., detectives from the Oxnard Police Department served a search warrant in the 1800 block of Pericles Place in the city of Oxnard. Detectives had been investigating suspects Guillermo Martin and his wife, Araceli Martin regarding an identity theft case.

Guillermo Martin’s wife, Araceli, used her position as a human resources director at a local business to facilitate Guillermo’s employment and conceal his true identity. During the investigation, detectives learned that Guillermo Martin is a registered sex offender. Guillermo Martin continued to use the stolen identity and Araceli covered this information for approximately six months. Due to his employment status, Guillermo used a business account to purchase $1846 in goods for his personal use. Both Guillermo and Araceli were arrested. An investigation is on-going in regards to the fraudulent activity.

During the search warrant, Oxnard Police Detectives also located several other items indicating the use of other identities by Guillermo. If any members of the public have more information regarding this case, please contact Detective Jason Coleman at (805) 385-7687 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800)222-TIPS, or at www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org.

The Oxnard Police Department would also like to remind the public to protect their identity by:

Shredding documents instead of discarding them
Report any suspicious account or tax activity
Do not give out any personal identifying information to unknown persons
Conduct regular credit checks with Equifax, Experian, or TransUnion

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 05-28-2015 /1430 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Firearm and Fireworks Arrest
DATE/TIME:	7-4-14 / 2100 Hours
LOCATION:	900 Block of Cooper Road, Oxnard, CA
VICTIM(S):	State of CA
SUSPECT(S):	Genaro Cortes, 36-year old, Oxnard resident
WITNESS(ES):	None
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):	N/A
LOSS:	N/A
PREPARED BY:	Sgt. Chris Inglehart
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Sgt. Chris Inglehart, (805) 385-7600

DETAILS:

On 7-4-14, at approximately 2100 hours, officers responded to the area of the 900 Block of Cooper Road reference subjects using illegal fireworks. Officers contacted Genaro Cortes as he was lighting illegal fireworks. Cortez attempted to leave, interferred with the investigation, and was found to be in possession of a loaded semi-automatic handgun which was not registered to him. Cortes was arrested for several weapon violations and delaying a peace officer.

In an effort to address the increase in firearms-related crimes, the Oxnard Police Department launched the Operation Safer and Stronger Initiative, as well as the Firearms Strike Team (FAST) led by the Violent Crimes Unit, to proactively remove firearms from prohibited persons in the City. The objective of the initiative and FAST is to reduce gun-related violence in Oxnard through education, intervention, and enforcement.

Date / Time Prepared: 7-4-14 / 2234 hours

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 Located
DATE/TIME:	9-6-13 / 2030 hours
LOCATION:	100 Block of South Juanita
VICTIM(S):	Krystal Rodriguez, 15 years, Oxnard
PREPARED BY:	Marty Meyer, Commander
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Marty Meyer, Commander martin.meyer@oxnardpd.org, (805) 207-7078

DETAILS:

At about 0230 hours family members notified the Oxnard Police Department that missing juvenile Krystal Rodriguez had been located safe and sound. Officers followed up with the family and spoke with Krystal.

The media’s attention to this investigation is greatly appreciated.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 9-6-13 / 2030 hours

Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

NEWS RELEASE

INCIDENT	Fireworks, gunshots & DUI enforcement – July 4
DATE/TIME	From now until the July 4 holiday
LOCATION	City of Oxnard
CONTACT	Mónica Muñoz Community Affairs Manager / PIO (805) 385-7631 monica.munoz@oxnardpd.org

(Oxnard, CA) In anticipationof the July 4, 2012 holiday,Oxnard police officers will enforce the ban on fireworks in Oxnard. Anyone possessing, storing, selling, using, transporting or handling any type of fireworks in the city of Oxnard is subject to criminal arrest or may be issued a civil citation with a fine of up to $1,000.

This year Oxnard PD has two ways to report fireworks in advance of the holiday. You may call the fireworks hotline at (805) 982-7141 or send an email to fireworks@oxnardpd.org.
Please include the exact address where the fireworks are being used. If you have the name of the resident who is using fireworks, you may provide that information as well. It is not necessary for you to leave your name and phone number if you do not wish to do so.

In response to your tip, Oxnard PD will issue warnings to residents by mail, in person or by phone in an effort to prevent illegal fireworks activity in the days leading up to and including the Independence Day holiday.

Keep in mind that it is also against the law to discharge firearms in the city limits. Each year all over the United States, people are injured because of those who choose to celebrate July 4 by firing rounds into the air.
On July 4, residents are encouraged to report fireworks or gunshots by calling the Oxnard PD Communications Center at (805) 385-7740. Please be prepared to tell the dispatcher as much information about the fireworks activity as possible including the location or the general area where the fireworks are coming from.

DUI SATURATION PATROL
In addition, there will be a team of officers conducting a saturation patrol around the city of Oxnard on July 4. Motorists are reminded to use designated drivers or taxis instead of driving after consuming alcohol. The funding for this saturation patrol is provided by the California Office of Traffic Safety.

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Jeri Williams
Chief of Police

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:
DATE/TIME:	Jewelry Store Armed Robbery October 28, 2011 1:24 p.m.
LOCATION:	Daniel’s Jewelers, 2051 N. Rose Ave
VICTIM(S):
SUSPECT(S):	white male, late 20s, 5’8″ 160 lbs, thin build, sunglasses, green bandana, black baseball cap, black jacket, dark blue pants
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:	undisclosed
PREPARED BY:	Robin Whitney, Sergeant
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Steve Funk, Detective 385-7796

DETAILS:
The above described suspect entered the establishment while it was open for business. The suspect displayed a handgun, threatened the employees, removed a hammer and began breaking several glass display cases containing jewelry. The suspect removed various jewelry items, placed them in a backpack and in his pockets, then fled on foot southbound towards Gonzales Rd. There were no injuries related to this incident.

An investigation is continuing. Anyone with information regarding this crime is asked to contact Detective Steve Funk

DATE / TIME PREPARED: 10/28/11, 6:10 p.m.

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 Hit and Run Collision (Vehicle/Pedestrian)
DATE/TIME:	August 30, 2015 / 0955 hours
LOCATION:	Dollie Street at Petit Drive
PEDESTRIAN:	Male, 17 years, name withheld
SUSPECT VEHICLE:	4-Door Sedan
PREPARED BY:	Brian Woolley, Traffic Sergeant, (805) 385-7847 brian.woolley@oxnardpd.org
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Senior Officer Maria Peña (805) 385-7750 maria.pena@oxnardpd.org

DETAILS:
On Sunday, August 30, 2015, at about 9:55 a.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department and EMS personnel were dispatched to the intersection of Dollie Street and Petit Drive in reference to an injury collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian. When they arrived, a 17 year-old male was found unconscious in the roadway with serious injuries. Officers learned that the vehicle fled the scene following the collision.

Preliminary investigation indicates that the suspect vehicle was traveling eastbound on Dollie Street approaching Petit Drive when it struck the pedestrian as he was crossing the roadway. Surveillance video was obtained during the investigation and captured the suspect vehicle prior to the collision. According to the footage, the vehicle is a light colored, four-door sedan with dark wheels, a sun roof and its rear three windows tinted.

The pedestrian, a 17 year old Oxnard resident, suffered significant head trauma and was transported from the scene to the Ventura County Medical Center where he is currently listed in grave condition.

If anyone has information about this collision, please contact Senior Officer Maria Peña at 805-385-7750 or via email at maria.pena@oxnardpd.org. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may call the violent crimes hotline at (805) 982-7070or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.

DATE / TIME PREPARED: August 30, 2015 at 1415 hours

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Indecent Exposure
DATE/TIME:	12/23/10 1130 hours
LOCATION:	Oxnard State Beach, 1601 S. Harbor Blvd.
VICTIM(S):	Withheld
SUSPECT(S):	Regan Patno, 45 year-old Ventura Resident
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Commander Andrew Salinas
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Denise Shadinger 805-385-7662

DETAILS:
On 12/23/10 at approximately 11:30 am, police officers responded to calls of a male disturbing at the Oxnard State Beach Park. The subject was identified as 45 year-old Regan Patno of Ventura. Patno was disrobing and exposing himself to several parents and their small children at the park playground.

When the first officer arrived, Patno ran into the crowd of children and parents and grabbed onto one of the children in a possible attempt to use the child as a shield or to protect him from being arrested. As the officer aggressed on the suspect to take action, he was immediately assisted by the father of the child and several other community members who came to the aid of the child. The child was forcibly separated from Patno but officers continued to struggle with the suspect who was resisting the officers’ efforts to take control of him. The officers were able to take control of the suspect and place him in a body wrap device to prevent him from injuring himself. The suspect suffered minor injuries and was transported to the Ventura County Medical Center prior to being transported to the Ventura County Main Jail.

At the time of the incident, there were approximately 20 adults and children who were present and witnessed the event. Patno was charged with several misdemeanor counts of indecent exposure and a felony count of false imprisonment of a person for purposes of protection from arrest or use as a shield.

Oxnard Police Department

R. Jason Benites
Assistant Chief

Scott Whitney
Assistant Chief

OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT

PRESS RELEASE

INCIDENT:	Arrest for Grand Theft by Embezzlement
DATE/TIME:	12-28-2010 at 1:30 PM
LOCATION:	1000 Block Pacific Avenue, Oxnard
VICTIM(S):
SUSPECT(S):	Edmundo Rosas, 47 years old, of Ventura
WITNESS(ES):
SUSPECT VEHICLE(S):
LOSS:
PREPARED BY:	Detective Hannah Estrada
CONTACT PERSON & CONTACT INFO:	Detective Hannah Estrada, 805-385-7687

DETAILS:

Oxnard Police detectives received information that a City of Oxnard employee was using an employee issued gas card for personal use. After a lengthy investigation, evidence was collected to arrest the suspect, Edmundo Rosas.

The suspect, (Edmundo Rosas, 47 years old, City of Oxnard employee and resident of Ventura) was charged with grand theft by embezzlement. The estimated loss to the City of Oxnard is over $1,000. Rosas is being held at the Ventura County Jail in lieu of $10,000 bail.

Anyone with any information about this investigation is asked to contact Detective Hannah Estrada at (805) 385-7687.