Camarillo Police Department

06/23/2026

On June 21, 2026, Camarillo patrol deputies responded to the Camarillo Outlets regarding two subjects actively stealing merchandise. Deputies identified one of the suspects as Cristhian Perez Martinez (DOB: 09/25/2001) and attempted to contact him as he returned to his vehicle. Martinez immediately fled in his vehicle, initiating a short pursuit. The pursuit concluded in the parking lot when Martinez collided with a fire hydrant, a parked unoccupied vehicle, and a patrol unit, before coming to a stop.

Martinez then exited his vehicle and fled on foot and attempted to conceal himself under a parked vehicle where he was located and arrested. Camarillo Detectives later responded to assist and recovered almost $6,000 worth of stolen clothing and items from Martinez’ vehicle. A follow-up investigation determined that Martinez was involved in several prior thefts at the Camarillo Outlets.

Martinez was found to be on active probation out of Los Angeles County for burglary and had multiple outstanding warrants, including a warrant for grand theft out of San Bernardino County. He was booked for the felony warrant along with the following charges: PC 487 (grand theft), PC 490.4 (organized retail theft), PC 182 (conspiracy), VC 2800.2 (evading a peace officer), VC 20002 (hit-and-run), VC 12500 (driving without a license), and PC 148 (resisting/obstructing a peace officer) at the Pre-Trail Detention Facility, pending $100,000 bail.

06/23/2026

06/22/2026

Acting on information from a CyberTip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), detectives identified James Castaneda as a suspect in a possession and distribution of child po*******hy case. During the investigation, detectives determined Castaneda received and distributed Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) on various social media sites.

On June 18, 2026, Castaneda was contacted near his residence and arrested for multiple charges related to this case. Castaneda was subsequently booked into the Ventura County Pre-Trial Detention Facility and is currently being held on $500,000 bail pending his arraignment. This investigation is ongoing.

The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office believes there could be victims who were known to Castaneda. If you have any information regarding Castaneda, please contact Detective Mitchell Peterson of the Sheriff’s Major Crimes Unit at 805-384-4728.

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) serves as an information clearinghouse and national resource center on issues related to victims, missing and exploited children and operates a national toll-free hotline. NCMEC works with families, victims, private industry, law enforcement, and the public to assist with preventing child abductions, recovering missing children, and providing services to deter and combat child sexual exploitation.

Supervised by the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office, the High-Tech Task Force is made up of investigators from the District Attorney’s Office, deputies from the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, and civilian computer forensic examiners. The unit provides highly technical computer forensic support for law enforcement agencies which includes assisting in preserving electronic evidence in the field and performing forensic examinations of digital evidence in a lab environment.

The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind parents to remain vigilant as to their children’s social media and internet activities to keep them safe from predators and that there are resources that can assist them in keeping their children safe by teaching them about internet safety.

06/19/2026

🇺🇸 Juneteenth Holiday Closure Notice

In observance of Juneteenth, the Camarillo Police Department public lobby will be closed on Friday, June 19tb.

Our deputies and dispatchers will continue to provide public safety services throughout the holiday. For emergencies, please call 911. For non-emergency assistance, contact Sheriff’s Dispatch at (805) 654-9511.

06/18/2026

On April 26, 2026, patrol deputies from the Camarillo Police Station responded to a reported commercial burglary in the 700 block of Flynn Road in Camarillo.
 
The investigation determined that hours earlier, (S1) Gabriel Romero, (S2) Miguel Mendoza, and two others traveled to Camarillo, stole a vehicle, and began a crime spree. Shortly after stealing the vehicle, the group targeted a commercial building in the 700 block of Flynn Road. Using powered tools, they forced entry into the business, burglarized it, and then fled in the stolen vehicle to continue their spree.
 
Later that morning, the suspects committed a second commercial burglary in the City of Alhambra. When contacted by Alhambra Police Department officers, the suspects fled, leading officers on a pursuit. Only Romero was apprehended at the scene. Camarillo detectives collaborated with Alhambra Police and arrested Romero in connection with both burglaries. He was booked into Los Angeles County custody and later released on bond.

On June 16, 2026, Camarillo detectives executed a search warrant in the 1200 block of 23rd Street in Los Angeles, leading to the arrest of Mendoza. He was taken into custody and booked at the Pre-Trial Detention Facility on charges of 459 PC-Burglary with bail set at $200,000.

06/17/2026

Congratulations to our deputies who were recognized at the MADD Tri-Counties Law Enforcement Recognition Awards for their outstanding efforts in locating and arresting impaired drivers on our roadways this past year. Their work helped keep our communities safe.

👏 Deputy Bravo – 18 DUI arrests
👏 Deputy Morse (not pictured) – 15 DUI arrests
👏 Deputy Leopold – 13 DUI arrests
👏 Deputy Clobes – 11 DUI arrests

The Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Law Enforcement Recognition Program honors officers, prosecutors, first responders, and community partners whose dedication to impaired driving enforcement helps prevent crashes, injuries, and fatalities. The annual Tri-Counties awards ceremony recognizes those making a significant impact on roadway safety throughout San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties.

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06/16/2026

🚓 Say hello to Deputy Chase! 👋

Deputy Chase has successfully completed his patrol training and is now ready to serve the city of Camarillo.

Deputy Chase begins this exciting new chapter serving and protecting the community he grew up in. Welcome to the team, Deputy Chase! 👏

06/15/2026

🚔 Just Another Day in Camarillo 🚔

While most days may seem routine for some, our deputies are busy behind the scenes responding to calls for service, conducting traffic enforcement, assisting motorists, taking reports, following up on investigations, and engaging with community members.

From early morning calls to late-night patrols, our deputies remain committed to keeping Camarillo safe through proactive policing, problem-solving, and community partnerships.

Whether it’s answering a 911 call, checking on a suspicious circumstance, helping someone in need, or simply saying hello, every interaction matters.

Thank you to our community for your continued support and trust. We are proud to serve Camarillo 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 💙

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06/11/2026

📬 Mail Theft Investigation Update 📫

In May 2026, Camarillo Detectives arrested (S) Alejandro Jacobo and (S) Juan Antonio Landa on multiple mail theft-related charges after catching them actively stealing mail from a blue collection box outside the Camarillo Post Office.

Through the ex*****on of several search warrants, detectives linked Jacobo and Landa to numerous additional mail theft incidents throughout the community. Investigators discovered that stolen mail often contained checks that were altered or chemically “washed,” resulting in more than $300,000 in losses to victims.

Since the initial arrests, detectives identified 22 additional victims, bringing the total number of confirmed victims to 66. As a result, additional charges have been filed against both suspects.

Protect Yourself from Mail Theft:
🔹Review bank and credit card statements frequently for unauthorized transactions.
🔹Verify that expected checks, bills, and important documents are received.
🔹Report suspicious activity to your financial institution and law enforcement immediately.

The Camarillo Police Department encourages residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activity involving mail theft. The Camarillo Police have also worked with the United States Postal Service to address theft and security concerns.
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06/10/2026

Suspicious Vehicle Leads to Firearm Arrest

Deputies responded to reports of suspicious subjects in a black SUV approaching residents in an apparent scam of services or casing neighborhoods for thefts.  Although the vehicle was initially not located, a sergeant later spotted the vehicle and observed subjects approaching patrons in a bank parking lot on Carmen Drive.

Deputies responded to the area and conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle. During the investigation, deputies located an unsecured handgun inside the glove compartment. The subjects did not have business licenses, soliciting permits, nor equipment to conduct the services offered to residents.

The driver was arrested and booked on weapons related charges.

We appreciate citizens reporting suspicious activity to Sheriff’s Dispatch at 805-654-9511. See something, say something.👏🚔💙