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INCIDENT: |
Stolen Vehicle Arrest |
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DATE/TIME: |
October 19, 2018; 8:37 p.m. |
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LOCATION: |
800 Block S. “A” Street, Oxnard |
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VICTIM(S): |
Withheld |
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SUSPECT(S): |
Luis Diego, 27-year-old Oxnard resident
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PREPARED BY: |
Kevin Baysinger, Commander |
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CONTACT PERSON AND CONTACT INFO: |
Kevin.Baysinger@OxnardPD.Org (805) 385-7771 |
DETAILS:
On October 19, 2018, at about 8:37PM, a motor officer with the Oxnard Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a silver 2015 Honda Civic for a vehicle code violation. The vehicle was previously reported stolen in Oxnard. The driver, Luis Diego, was arrested without incident for the unlawful taking of a vehicle (a felony), and additional charges.
Our city is currently experiencing a significant increase in stolen vehicles. To combat the problem, the Police Department is prioritizing taking a proactive comprehensive approach in the prevention, enforcement, and investigation of stolen vehicles.
A significant percentage of the stolen vehicles are preventable. The Oxnard Police Department would like to remind residents of the following tips to prevent a vehicle from being stolen:
- Never leave your car unlocked, not even for a minute.
- Never leave your keys in the car, even if you think they are really “hidden.”
- Don’t leave your car idling and unattended because it is unnecessary (it doesn’t get cold enough here), it is unsafe, illegal, and someone can steal your car.
- Wheel locks, brake pedal locks and steering wheel locks are also effective.
If anyone has any information regarding stolen vehicles please contact Ventura County Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS or www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.
DATE / TIME PREPARED: 10/19/18, 2330 hours