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NEWS RELEASE ---DATE: June 20th, 2026SUBJECT: Missing AdultLOCATION: 1500 Block of Elsinore Ave, OxnardVICTIM: Eliodoro ...
06/20/2026

NEWS RELEASE ---
DATE: June 20th, 2026
SUBJECT: Missing Adult
LOCATION: 1500 Block of Elsinore Ave, Oxnard
VICTIM: Eliodoro Barajas Gomez, 79-year-old Oxnard resident
CONTACT: Greg Utter, Sergeant | (805) 385-7600 phone number | [email protected]

The Oxnard Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in locating a missing adult. Eliodoro Barajas Gomez is a 79-year-old Hispanic male with brown hair and brown eyes. Mr. Gomez was last seen yesterday afternoon at approximately 1:30 PM, leaving his residence on a bike in the 1500 block of Elsinore Ave in Oxnard. He was wearing a light grey fleece sweater, a grey “Los Angeles” hat, brown and grey pants and black and white shoes. It is unknown where he went.

We are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Mr. Gomez. If you have any information about his whereabouts, please get in touch with the Oxnard Police Department dispatch at (805) 385-7740.

https://oxnard.gov/pd-news/news-release-missing-person

06/20/2026

Each year, thousands of firework-related injuries are reported across the United States — many involving children and injuries to the hands, face, and eyes. Even sparklers can burn at temperatures hot enough to cause severe injuries.

Please remember:
• All fireworks — including so-called “safe and sane” fireworks — are illegal in the City of Oxnard.
• Possession or use of illegal fireworks will result in:
- Fines up to $2,000
- Criminal charges
- Confiscation of fireworks

Parents may also be held responsible if their children are found in possession of illegal fireworks, and school discipline may apply for possession on or near campus.

Instead of using illegal fireworks, we encourage everyone to enjoy safe alternatives this summer:
• Attend a public fireworks show hosted by professionals
• Enjoy family celebrations with glow sticks, safe light displays, and barbecues

To report illegal fireworks activity anonymously:
📞 (805) 394-5884
📧 [email protected]
Please be prepared to give the exact address where the fireworks were ignited from.

Help us keep Oxnard safe this summer.

Corrected News Release (Date): Fatal Traffic Collision Involving a Pedestrian (06-18-26)NEWS RELEASEDATE: June 18, 2026,...
06/19/2026

Corrected News Release (Date): Fatal Traffic Collision Involving a Pedestrian (06-18-26)

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 18, 2026, 5:00 PM
SUBJECT: Fatal Traffic Collision Involving a Pedestrian
LOCATION: Commercial Avenue at Warehouse Avenue
PEDESTRIAN: James Hays, 64-year-old resident of Oxnard
DRIVER: Israel Lopez, 34-year-old resident of Oxnard
VEHICLE: Nissan Sentra
CONTACT: Joseph Clarke, Traffic Investigator
(805) 385-7750 | [email protected]

The correct date of the collision was June 9, 2026. Refer to the original collision information below.
______________________________________________________________________
On June 6, 2026 at about 6:20 a.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded with EMS personnel to an injury traffic collision near the intersection of Commercial Avenue and Warehouse Avenue. Officers arrived and discovered a pedestrian suffering from serious injuries just south of the intersection. The pedestrian, later identified as James Hays, was transported to the Ventura County Medical Center for treatment. Officers also located a Nissan Sentra with major damage, and two parked vehicles with minor-to-moderate damage near the pedestrian. The driver of the Nissan Sentra, Israel Lopez, remained on scene and cooperated with the investigation.

Patrol Officers investigated the collision. Based on their investigation, Israel Lopez was driving northbound Commercial Avenue when, for reasons unknown, he crossed the southbound traffic lane and struck two vehicles parked along the west side of the roadway. The force of the collision caused one of the vehicles to roll back and strike James Hays.

It is unknown if speed or impairment by alcohol and/or drugs were contributing factors to this collision. The investigation is ongoing.

On June 18, 2026, the Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office contacted the Oxnard Police Watch Commander regarding an update to this collision. The Medical Examiner’s Office advised James Hays had succumbed to his injuries he received from the collision and was pronounced deceased today at 8:48 a.m.

Anyone who has information regarding this collision is urged to contact Officer Joseph Clarke at (805)385-7750, or via email at [email protected]. Also, anyone with information regarding this case can contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805)385-7600.

If the inquiry is outside of the Investigator’s standard business hours, we encourage the use of the Investigator’s email. We have found that an email message with a callback request is a more effective way to reach the Investigator. Our watch commanders will continue to speak to those incidents that center around field operations, and can be reached at (805)385-7746 or (805)385-7778.

https://oxnard.gov/pd-news/corrected-news-release-date-fatal-traffic-collision-involving-a-pedestrian-06-18-26

Carrying the Flame of Hope for Special OlympicsOxnard Police officers and Explorers proudly participated in the Special ...
06/19/2026

Carrying the Flame of Hope for Special Olympics

Oxnard Police officers and Explorers proudly participated in the Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run — a tradition that began in 1981 and has grown into a worldwide law enforcement movement supporting Special Olympics athletes and the message of inclusion, courage, and community.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run is more than just a run. It is a symbolic relay in which officers carry the “Flame of Hope” through their communities to raise awareness and support for Special Olympics athletes.

This year, Oxnard PD received the torch from Harbor Patrol in Channel Islands Harbor. From there, our officers and Explorers carried it on a 6.3-mile route through Oxnard — and this was the first year our Explorers joined us!

Along the way, the route took us past several elementary schools, including Driffill Elementary, where administrators and students joined us for part of the run. We also made a quick stop at the Oxnard Police Department for a photo with Chief Jason Benites before continuing toward Port Hueneme, where we passed the torch to the Port Hueneme Police Department.

We are proud to take part in this tradition and to support Special Olympics athletes who continue to inspire us with their determination, sportsmanship, and heart.

And the support continues Monday night!

Please join us for our annual Tip-A-Cop fundraiser at Lazy Dog Restaurant in Oxnard:

📅 Monday, June 22
🕠 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Lazy Dog Restaurant, Oxnard

Oxnard officers will be helping serve guests and collecting “tips” to support Special Olympics. Come enjoy dinner, say hello, and help us raise money for an incredible cause.

Thank you for helping us support Special Olympics athletes — from the Flame of Hope to the tables at Lazy Dog!

News Release: Fatal Traffic Collision Involving a Pedestrian (06-18-26)NEWS RELEASEDATE: June 18, 2026, 5:00 PM SUBJECT...
06/19/2026

News Release: Fatal Traffic Collision Involving a Pedestrian (06-18-26)

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 18, 2026, 5:00 PM
SUBJECT: Fatal Traffic Collision Involving a Pedestrian
LOCATION: Commercial Avenue at Warehouse Avenue
PEDESTRIAN: James Hays, 64-year-old resident of Oxnard
DRIVER: Israel Lopez, 34-year-old resident of Oxnard
VEHICLE: Nissan Sentra
CONTACT: Joseph Clarke, Traffic Investigator
(805) 385-7750 | [email protected]

On June 6, 2026 at about 6:20 a.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded with EMS personnel to an injury traffic collision near the intersection of Commercial Avenue and Warehouse Avenue. Officers arrived and discovered a pedestrian suffering from serious injuries just south of the intersection. The pedestrian, later identified as James Hays, was transported to the Ventura County Medical Center for treatment. Officers also located a Nissan Sentra with major damage, and two parked vehicles with minor-to-moderate damage near the pedestrian. The driver of the Nissan Sentra, Israel Lopez, remained on scene and cooperated with the investigation.

Patrol Officers investigated the collision. Based on their investigation, Israel Lopez was driving northbound Commercial Avenue when, for reasons unknown, he crossed the southbound traffic lane and struck two vehicles parked along the west side of the roadway. The force of the collision caused one of the vehicles to roll back and strike James Hays.

On June 18, 2026, the Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office contacted the Oxnard Police Watch Commander regarding an update to this collision. The Medical Examiner’s Office advised James Hays had succumbed to his injuries he received from the collision and was pronounced deceased today at 8:48 a.m.
Anyone who has information regarding this collision is urged to contact Officer Joseph Clarke at (805)385-7750, or via email at [email protected]. Also, anyone with information regarding this case can contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805)385-7600.

If the inquiry is outside of the Investigator’s standard business hours, we encourage the use of the Investigator’s email. We have found that an email message with a callback request is a more effective way to reach the Investigator. Our watch commanders will continue to speak to those incidents that center around field operations, and can be reached at (805)385-7746 or (805)385-7778.

https://oxnard.gov/pd-news/news-release-fatal-traffic-collision-involving-a-pedestrian-06-18-26

Maintaining a residence for the purpose of unlawfully selling or using a controlled substance.DATE: June 18t...
06/19/2026

Maintaining a residence for the purpose of unlawfully selling or using a controlled substance.

DATE: June 18th, 2026 / 1:40 PM

SUBJECT: Maintaining a residence for the purpose of unlawfully selling or using a controlled substance.

LOCATION: 1000 block of West Spruce Street

SUSPECT: Genevieve Baker, 35-year-old Oxnard resident

Christopher Spivey, 39-year-old Oxnard resident

Nester Tovar, 47-year-old Oxnard resident

CONTACT: Jason Radcliffe, Sergeant

(805) 385-7644 | [email protected]



In early April, Officers from the Oxnard Police Department’s Special Enforcement Unit began an investigation into a residence in the 1000 block of West Spruce Street, reference maintaining a residence for the purpose of unlawfully selling or using a controlled substance. There had been five previous overdoses at the residence, including two fatalities. On 6/18/2026, Officers from the Special Enforcement Unit, with assistance from the Neighborhood Policing Team, served a search warrant at the residence. During the service, officers located several different types of controlled substances, scales, and drug paraphernalia. Two subjects, Christopher Spivey and Nester Tovar, were arrested for being under the influence of a controlled substance. Genevieve Baker was arrested for multiple drug-related charges, including maintaining a residence for the purpose of unlawfully selling or using a controlled substance.

The Oxnard Police Department’s Special Enforcement Unit is committed to reducing gang crimes and gun violence in the City of Oxnard through the strict enforcement of laws specifically targeting known, active gang members residing in the city. 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. You can remain anonymous by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.

https://oxnard.gov/pd-news/news-release-maintaining-a-residence-for-the-purpose-of-unlawfully-selling-or-using-a-controlled-substance

Serious Injury Traffic Collision (06-17-26)NEWS RELEASEDATE: June 17, 2026, 1:03 PM SUBJECT: Serious Injury Traffic Coll...
06/18/2026

Serious Injury Traffic Collision (06-17-26)
NEWS RELEASE

DATE: June 17, 2026, 1:03 PM
SUBJECT: Serious Injury Traffic Collision
LOCATION: Fifth Street at Patterson Road
VICTIM: Jose Martinez, Port Hueneme Resident
VEHICLE: 2018 Honda Accord
CONTACT: John Taylor, Traffic Investigator (Tue-Fri 7 AM-5 PM)
(805) 385-7749 | [email protected]

On June 17, 2026 at about 1:03 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department responded with EMS personnel to an injury traffic collision near the intersection of Fifth Street and Patterson Road. Officers arrived and located a Honda Accord with major damage on the center median of Fifth Street. The driver, later identified as Jose Martinez, was the sole occupant of the vehicle. He sustained major injuries and was transported to the Ventura County Medical Center. He is currently listed in critical condition.

Oxnard Police Traffic Investigators responded to the collision scene and took over the investigation. Initial investigation revealed Martinez was driving his Honda Accord at a high rate of speed on Fifth Street. For reasons unknown, Martinez lost control of his vehicle, struck the center median and collided with a palm tree. It appeared no other vehicles were involved in the collision.

Based on the initial investigation, it did appear both speed and impairment by alcohol and/or drugs were contributing contributing factors to this collision.

Anyone who has information regarding this collision is urged to contact Officer John Taylor at (805)385-7749 or via email at [email protected]. Also, anyone with information regarding this case can contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805)385-7600.

If the inquiry is outside of the investigator’s standard business hours, we encourage the use of the Investigator’s email. We have found that an email message with a callback request is a more effective way to reach the Investigator. Our watch commanders will continue to speak to those incidents that center around field operations, and still can be reached at (805)385-7746 or (805)385-7778.

https://oxnard.gov/pd-news/serious-injury-traffic-collision-06-17-26

News Release: Officer Involved Shooting (June 17, 2026)DATE: June 17, 2026, 4:49 AMSUBJECT: Officer-Involved ShootingLOC...
06/17/2026

News Release: Officer Involved Shooting (June 17, 2026)

DATE: June 17, 2026, 4:49 AM
SUBJECT: Officer-Involved Shooting
LOCATION: 3400 Block Neap Place, Oxnard
SUSPECT: 28-year-old Male (name withheld)
CONTACT: Dale Mc Alpine, Commander (Mon-Thu 7 Am-5 PM)
(805) 385-7619 [email protected]

At approximately 4:50 AM on June 17, 2026, an Oxnard police officer observed a vehicle in the area of Magnolia and ‘C’ Street and recognized that it was associated with a person who had a felony warrant for his arrest. The vehicle committed a traffic violation, and the officer attempted to conduct a traffic enforcement stop. The vehicle immediately fled from the officer, and a pursuit ensued.

The vehicle fled to the 3400 block of Neap Place, where it was involved in a head-on collision with a police vehicle. The driver fled on foot, and the officer chased the subject. During an ensuing struggle, an officer-involved shooting occurred.

Officers and EMS personnel rendered aid to the subject. He was transported to the Ventura County Medical Center and is currently listed in stable condition.

The police officer sustained minor injuries.

The subject was arrested on his outstanding felony arrest warrant, with additional charges pending further investigation.

The Oxnard Police Department will share video in a Community Critical Incident Debriefing, which will provide a factual overview of the incident. Its release date is yet to be determined.

In accordance with standard protocol for officer-involved shootings, the involved officer has been placed on administrative leave as the investigation progresses.

The Oxnard Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit is investigating the incident. A Senior Deputy District Attorney and District Attorney Investigators from the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office, along with members of the Oxnard Police Department's Professional Standards Unit, also responded to the incident. Detectives are requesting that anyone who might have witnessed the incident or has additional information contact Detective Robert Valenzuela at (805) 385-8286 or [email protected].

https://oxnard.gov/pd-news/news-release-officer-involved-shooting-june-17-2026

UPDATE: Traffic has been reopened in both directions. TRAFFIC ADVISORY ---DATE: June 17, 2026 1:03 PM SUBJECT: Traffic...
06/17/2026

UPDATE: Traffic has been reopened in both directions.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY ---
DATE: June 17, 2026 1:03 PM
SUBJECT: Traffic Collision Investigation
LOCATION: Fifth Street – Between Ventura Road and Patterson Road
CONTACT: Jose Velazquez, Commander | (805) 385-7600 | [email protected]

Oxnard Police are on the scene of a traffic investigation at the above location. Traffic is closed in both directions of Fifth Street from Ventura Road to Patterson Road. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes.

https://oxnard.gov/pd-news/traffic-advisory-fifth-street-from-ventura-road-to-patterson-road

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