Archives for July 2014

Jeri Williams
Jefe de la Policía

Departamento de Policía de Oxnard

R. Jason Benites
Jefe Adjunto

De Scott Whitney
Jefe Adjunto

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Robo
FECHA / HORA:	7-11-14 / 2119 horas
UBICACIÓN:	1000 Block of South Patterson Road
VÍCTIMA(S):	Retenida
SOSPECHOSO(S):	Two males both wearing masks
FE(ES):	Retenida
VEHICULO SOSPECHOSO(S):	Ninguno
PÉRDIDA:	See narrative
PREPARADO POR:	Marty Meyer, Comandante
PERSONA DE CONTACTO & INFORMACIÓN DE CONTACTO:	Marty Meyer, (805) 207-7078, martin.meyer@oxnardpd.org

DETALLES:

En 2119 horas, officers responded to a convenience market in the 1000 Block of South Patterson Road re: a robbery. Officers learned two males wearing masks took currency and the cash register drawer. One suspect was armed with a handgun. The suspects fled N/B on Kelp Lane.

In an effort to address the recent increase in firearms-related crimes, the Oxnard Police Department launched the Operation Safer and Stronger Initiative, así como el equipo de ataque de armas de fuego (RÁPIDO) led by the Violent Crime Unit to proactively remove firearms from prohibited persons in the city. The objective of this initiative and FAST is to reduce gun violence in Oxnard through education, intervention, and enforcement.

Persons with additional information may call the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070, o póngase en contacto con el condado de Ventura a Crime Stoppers al (800) 222-8477. Persons can also visit the website http://venturacountycrimestopper.org/contact.aspx.

Fecha / Time Prepared: 7-11-14 / 2300 horas

Jeri Williams
Jefe de la Policía

Departamento de Policía de Oxnard

R. Jason Benites
Jefe Adjunto

De Scott Whitney
Jefe Adjunto

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Independence Day Weekend Avoid the 14 Ventura County DUI Enforcement Update
FECHA / HORA:	Julio 5, 2014
UBICACIÓN:	County of Ventura
PREPARADO POR:	Brian Woolley, tráfico sargento, (805) 385-7847 brian.woolley@oxnardpd.org
PERSONA DE CONTACTO & INFORMACIÓN DE CONTACTO:	Jamie Brown, Coordinador de Tráfico, (805) 385-7749 jamie.brown @ oxnardpd.org

DETALLES:
The Independence Day Weekend Anti-DUI crackdown is reporting DUI arrests from local routine traffic enforcement and special Avoid the 14 Despliegues de DUI en el Condado de Ventura. Desde 12:01 AM Thursday July 3^rd, through Midnight Friday July 4^ª, funcionarios que representan 14 Ventura County law enforcement agencies have arrested 16 individuals for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. (**NOTA: Estas cifras son sólo provisionales con algunas agencias aún para informar **)

DUI arrest data collection will continue through midnight Sunday July 6^ª. Law Enforcement officials are continuing DUI efforts throughout the county. For Saturday July 5th, extra DUI saturation patrols will be deployed in the cities of Oxnard, Simi Valley, Moorpark, and Thousand Oaks.

A multi-agency DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint was deployed in the City of Oxnard on July 3^rd entre 6:00 p.m. y la medianoche. It was held in the southbound lanes of Rose Avenue just south of Gonzales Road. During the six hour operation, 1,354 vehicles passed through the checkpoint and 1,081 of those drivers were screened for impairment and for valid driver’s licenses. Sobriety exercises were administered to four drivers of which two were arrested, one for alcohol intoxication and the other for drug impairment. Two drivers were cited for driving with a suspended license and 15 were cited for being unlicensed. Un adicional 17 citations were issued to drivers for other various violations. Seis vehículos fueron remolcados desde el puesto de control.

Policía, Sheriff and the CHP encourage all motorists to help make your community safer: Report Drunk Drivers – Call 911. La financiación de este programa es proporcionado por una subvención de la Oficina de Seguridad Vial de California, través de la Administración Nacional de Seguridad Vial.

FECHA / TIEMPO DE PREPARACIÓN: Julio 5, 2014 / 1430 horas

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Possession of Handgun Arrest
FECHA / HORA:	7-10-14 / 2016 horas
UBICACIÓN:	First Street near Roosevelt Avenue
VÍCTIMA(S):	Estado de California
SOSPECHOSO(S):	Ivan Moreno, 21 año, Residente de Oxnard
FE(ES):	Ninguno
VEHICULO SOSPECHOSO(S):	Bicicleta
PÉRDIDA:	N / A
PREPARADO POR:	Marty Meyer, Comandante
PERSONA DE CONTACTO & INFORMACIÓN DE CONTACTO:	Marty Meyer, (805) 207-7078, martin.meyer@oxnardpd.org

DETALLES:

En 7-10-14, en 2016 horas, an officer stopped Ivan Moreno, 21 año, Residente de Oxnard, for a traffic violation as Moreno rode his bicycle on First Street near Roosevelt Avenue. Once stopped Moreno’s hand movements suggested he may have been concealing a weapon. The officer conducted a pat down and located a loaded handgun. Moreno was arrested and charged with a number of weapon-related offenses including possessing a concealed loaded firearm.

In an effort to address the recent increase in firearms-related crimes, the Oxnard Police Department launched the Operation Safer and Stronger Initiative, así como el equipo de ataque de armas de fuego (RÁPIDO) led by the Violent Crime Unit, to proactively remove firearms from prohibited persons within the city. The objective of this initiative and FAST is to reduce gun violence in Oxnard through education, intervention, and enforcement.

Fecha / Time Prepared: 7-10-14 / 2300 horas

Jeri Williams
Jefe de la Policía

Departamento de Policía de Oxnard

R. Jason Benites
Jefe Adjunto

De Scott Whitney
Jefe Adjunto

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Carrying a Concealed Handgun in Motor Vehicle Arrest
FECHA / HORA:	7-18-14 / 2340 horas
UBICACIÓN:	Parking lot of St. Centro Médico de John Regional
SOSPECHOSO(S):	Omar Ramirez, 18 año, Residente de Oxnard
VEHICULO SOSPECHOSO(S):	Green pickup truck
PREPARADO POR:	Marty Meyer, Comandante
PERSONA DE CONTACTO & INFORMACIÓN DE CONTACTO:	Marty Meyer, (805) 207-7078, martin.meyer@oxnardpd.org

DETALLES:
En 7-18-14, en 2340 horas, officers were in the parking lot of St. John’s Regional Medical Center where they contacted three subjects attempting to conceal themselves in a green pickup truck. The subjects initially were non-compliant but ultimately came out of the truck. A search of the truck produced two handguns and ammunition. Omar Rodriguez, 8-1-95, was charged with carrying a concealed handgun in a motor vehicle.

One of the passengers was a 15-year old juvenile who had been reported missing. That subject was returned home. The other passenger was a 19-year old male who was questioned and released.

Officers learned these subjects had taken a 14-year old male friend to St. John’s Regional Medical Center ER to be treated for a single gunshot wound. This victim’s wounds were not life-threatening. Because of conflicting statements from all four subjects it is not clear what occurred and where the incident took place. Una investigación continúa.

In an effort to address the recent increase in firearms-related crimes, the Oxnard Police Department launched the Operation Safer and Stronger Initiative, así como el equipo de ataque de armas de fuego (RÁPIDO) led by the Violent Crime Unit, to proactively remove firearms from prohibited persons within the city. The objective of this initiative and FAST is to reduce gun violence in Oxnard through education, intervention, and enforcement.

Persons with additional information may call the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070, o póngase en contacto con el condado de Ventura a Crime Stoppers al (800) 222-8477. Persons can also visit the website http://www.venturacountycrimestopper.org/contact.aspx.

FECHA / TIEMPO DE PREPARACIÓN: 7-19-14 / 0345 horas

Jeri Williams
Jefe de la Policía

Departamento de Policía de Oxnard

R. Jason Benites
Jefe Adjunto

De Scott Whitney
Jefe Adjunto

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Robo de auto
FECHA / HORA:	7-12-14 / 2050 Horas
UBICACIÓN:	Hill Street near Saviers Road
VÍCTIMA(S):	Retenida
SOSPECHOSO(S):	Two males and one female, 16 a 18 año
FE(ES):	Ninguno
VEHÍCULO(S):	Gray ’99 Nissan Maxima
PÉRDIDA:	N / A
PREPARADO POR:	Marty Meyer, Comandante
PERSONA DE CONTACTO & INFORMACIÓN DE CONTACTO:	Marty Meyer, (805) 207-7078, martin.meyer@oxnardpd.org

DETALLES:

En 7-12-14, en 2050 horas, officers contacted the victim of a carjacking. The male victim said he was approached by two males and one female, 16 a 18 año, near Hill Street and Saviers Road. One of the male subjects produced a handgun and forced the victim to drive the victim’s gray ’99 Nissan Maxima to the 3500 Block of Isle Way. The suspects forced the victim out and fled in the vehicle.

In an effort to address the recent increases in firearms-related crimes, the Oxnard Police Department launched the Operation Safer and Stronger Initiative, así como el equipo de ataque de armas de fuego (RÁPIDO) led by the Violent Crime Unit, to proactively remove firearms from prohibited persons within the city. The objective of this initiative and FAST is to reduce gun violence in Oxnard through education, intervention, and enforcement.

Persons with additional information may call the Violent Crime Hotline at (805) 982-7070, o póngase en contacto con el condado de Ventura a Crime Stoppers al (800) 222-8477. Persons can also visit the website http://venturacountycrimestopper.org/contact.aspx.

Fecha / Time Prepared: 7-12-14 / 2300 horas

Jeri Williams
Jefe de la Policía

Departamento de Policía de Oxnard

R. Jason Benites
Jefe Adjunto

De Scott Whitney
Jefe Adjunto

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Arrest of Parolee in Possession of a Firearm and Narcotics
FECHA / HORA:	Julio 20, 2014/7:30 PM
UBICACIÓN:	3000 bloque de Saviers carretera
VÍCTIMA(S):	Estado de California
SOSPECHOSO(S):	Arthur Chavira, 22 residente de Ventura años de edad Joel Alejo, 22 residente de Camarillo años de edad
VEHICULO SOSPECHOSO(S):	Released
PREPARADO POR:	Bill Crisostomo, Sargento
PERSONA DE CONTACTO & INFORMACIÓN DE CONTACTO:	Bill Crisostomo, Sargento, (805) 385-7600 Bill.crisostomo@oxnardpd.org

DETALLES:

En julio 20, 2014 en aproximadamente 7:30 PM hora, officers from the Oxnard Police Department Special Enforcement Unit conducted a traffic stop in the 3000 bloque de Saviers carretera. Arthur Chavira fled from the vehicle and was detained after a foot pursuit. Chavira had a felony warrant for violation of parole and was in possession of narcotics.

During a search of the vehicle a loaded handgun was recovered.

Chavira was arrested for the felony warrant, arma de fuego, and narcotics violations.

A second passenger in the vehicle Joel Alejo was arrested for narcotics violations.

In an effort to address the recent increase in firearms-related crimes, the Oxnard Police Department launched the Operation Safer and Stronger Initiative, así como el equipo de ataque de armas de fuego (RÁPIDO) led by the Violent Crime Unit, to proactively remove firearms from prohibited persons within the city. The objective of this initiative and FAST is to reduce gun violence in Oxnard through education, intervention, and enforcement.

Jeri Williams
Jefe de la Policía

Departamento de Policía de Oxnard

R. Jason Benites
Jefe Adjunto

De Scott Whitney
Jefe Adjunto

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Subject Disturbing
FECHA / HORA:	07/31/14 5:40 A.M.
UBICACIÓN:	1500 Camino Del Sol, Camino Del Sol Park
SOSPECHOSO(S):	Angel Jimenez, Oxnard Residente
PREPARADO POR:	Funcionario Roger Ramírez
PERSONA DE CONTACTO & INFORMACIÓN DE CONTACTO:	Eduardo M. Miranda, Comandante (805) 385-7600 eduardo.miranda@oxnardpd.org

DETALLES:
En 7/31/14 en aproximadamente 0540 horas, Oxnard police officers responded to Camino Del Sol Park located at 1500 Camino Del Sol reference citizens reporting a subject vandalizing property with a large metal pole.

The subject, identified as Angel Jimenez, was located inside the park in possession of the metal pole and a pit bull. Officers attempted to negotiate with the subject, sin embargo, he was uncooperative and challenged the officers to shoot him. The subject was subsequently taken into custody for criminal threats and resisting arrest. The dog was captured unharmed and placed into the Ventura County Animal Shelter.

The Oxnard Police Department continues to encourage residents to be partners in public safety as part of the Operación segura y resistente Iniciativa. This is an excellent example of witnesses who saw suspicious activity, called the police, and provided the appropriate information. Anyone with information regarding criminal activity should contact the Oxnard Police Department at 385-7600, o los del Condado de Ventura a Crime Stoppers al (805) 222-8477
y http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx.

FECHA / TIEMPO DE PREPARACIÓN: 07/31/14 2:30 p.m.

Jeri Williams
Jefe de la Policía

Departamento de Policía de Oxnard

R. Jason Benites
Jefe Adjunto

De Scott Whitney
Jefe Adjunto

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Fourth of July Deployment and Fireworks Enforcement
FECHA / HORA:	Viernes, Julio 4,2014
UBICACIÓN:	Ciudad de Oxnard
PREPARADO POR:	Marty Meyer, Comandante
PERSONA DE CONTACTO & INFORMACIÓN DE CONTACTO:	Marty Meyer, Comandante, martin.meyer@oxnardpd.org, (805) 207-7078

DETALLES:

On the July 4^ªholiday this year, the Oxnard Police Department deployed additional officers throughout the city, including the Fuegos artificiales por el mar event at the Channel Islands Harbor. La 4^ª of July is typically one of the busiest days of the year for the Oxnard Police Department, due to the large influx of people at the Channel Islands Harbor, as well as a significant increase in service call demand. The increase in service calls on this day is largely driven by fireworks-related disturbances.

Additional police officers and code compliance inspectors were also assigned to citywide fireworks enforcement. Like many other cities, fireworks are prohibited in Oxnard, and persons may be cited up to $1,000 for possessing or using them. Este año, the Oxnard Police Department received 209 fireworks-related calls for service, en comparación con 210 en 2013. The majority of the calls were received between 8PM and midnight.

En julio 4^ª, Oxnard officers wrote 24 citations for possessing or using illegal fireworks. Aproximadamente 60 pounds of illegal fireworks were confiscated, and turned in to local fire stations for disposal. One subject was found to be in possession of a concealed semi-automatic handgun when contacted by officers as he lit illegal fireworks. The 36-year old Oxnard resident was arrested (a news release was issued earlier for this incident).

Este año, no structure fires or serious fireworks-related injuries were reported. One incident was reporting in which a tree caught fire. In another incident, vegetation in a vacant lot also caught fire. There were several reports of dumpster or garbage can fires.

La Fuegos artificiales por el mar event at the Channel Islands Harbor had an estimated attendance of 35,000 - 40,000 people this year. Despite the large numbers, no significant police-related incidents occurred.

FECHA / TIEMPO DE PREPARACIÓN: 7-5-14 / 1000 horas

Jeri Williams
Jefe de la Policía

Departamento de Policía de Oxnard

R. Jason Benites
Jefe Adjunto

De Scott Whitney
Jefe Adjunto

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Armas (Pistola) Arrestar
FECHA / HORA:	Julio 31, 2014 @ 0150 horas
UBICACIÓN:	Sea Rounders parking lot, 2670 S. Ventura Rd.
SOSPECHOSO(S):	Paul Perez, 31 años de edad, Residente de Port Hueneme
VEHICULO SOSPECHOSO(S):	N / A
PREPARADO POR:	Dan Whitmer, Sargento
PERSONA DE CONTACTO & INFORMACIÓN DE CONTACTO:	Dan Whitmer, Sargento, (805) 385-7600 Daniel.whitmer @ oxnardpd.org

DETALLES:
En julio 31, 2014 en aproximadamente 0150 horas, the Oxnard Police Department responded to the parking lot of Sea Rounders, 2670 S. Calle Ventura., reference a male subject, later identified as Paul Perez, in the parking lot with a gun. Officers contacted Perez in the parking lot and located a firearm in the immediate area. Perez was arrested for various weapons charges.

If anyone has more information on this incident, you are encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at 385-7600. If someone wishes to remain anonymous, they can call the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070 o los del Condado de Ventura a Crime Stoppers al (800) 222-8477 y www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org / contactus.aspx a presentar una punta a través de texto o e-mail.

FECHA / TIEMPO DE PREPARACIÓN: Julio 31, 2014/0500 horas

OXNARD DEPARTAMENTO DE POLICÍA

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA

INCIDENTE:	Firearms and Prohibited Weapons Arrest
FECHA / HORA:	7-4-14 / 2330 Horas
UBICACIÓN:	1000 Block King Street, Oxnard, California
VÍCTIMA(S):	State of CA
SOSPECHOSO(S):	Michael Silerio, 46-residente de Oxnard años de edad
FE(ES):	Ninguno
VEHICULO SOSPECHOSO(S):	Light Blue BMW
PÉRDIDA:	N / A
PREPARADO POR:	Sgt.. Chris Inglehart
PERSONA DE CONTACTO & INFORMACIÓN DE CONTACTO:	Sgt.. Chris Inglehart, (805) 385-7600

DETALLES:

On July 4th, en aproximadamente 2330 horas, officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the 1000 Block of King Street. Michael Silerio was found driving on a suspended license. Officers conducted an inventory search of the vehicle prior to towing it and located a stun gun and baton. Officers then searched Silerio’s residence and located a semi-automatic handgun, rifle, and loaded magazines. Due to Silerio’s prior felony conviction, he is prohibited from possessing these items and was charged with several weapons violations.

In an effort to address recent increases in firearms-related crimes, el Departamento de Policía de Oxnard lanzó la iniciativa Operation Safer and Stronger, así como el equipo de ataque de armas de fuego (RÁPIDO) liderado por la Unidad de Crímenes Violentos, 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.

Persons with additional information about this incident should contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7740. To remain anonymous call the Violent Crimes Hotline at (805) 982-7070 o los del Condado de Ventura a Crime Stoppers al (800) 222-8477 o www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org / contactus.aspx a presentar una punta a través de texto o e-mail.

Fecha / Time Prepared: 7-5-14 / 0247 horas