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3 Arrested for ADW & Conspiracy to Commit a Crime
 (l-r) Edwin Meza, 20, of Santa Paula, Israel Resendez, 37, of Santa Paula, and Alexis Meza, 24, of Santa Paula. By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Wednesday, November 7th, 2018
On September 22, 2018, members of the Sheriff’s Gang Unit were assisting in an investigation involving shots fired in the city of Fillmore. Detectives canvassed the area and were able to locate an occupied residence and occupied vehicle that were struck by bullets. Additionally, large bullet fragments were located near the scene. During the course of the investigation, Detectives obtained information regarding three suspects who were seen in the area at the time the crime occurred. Search warrants were served on November 1, 2018 at multiple locations and the suspects were located. Additionally, an illegally possessed firearm involved in the shooting was located and seized. Based on the information obtained, Alexis Meza, Edwin Meza, and Israel Resendez were arrested for assault with a deadly weapon, two counts of shooting at an inhabited dwelling or occupied vehicle, and conspiracy to commit a crime. All three suspects are currently being held on a $200,000 bail. Anyone with further information regarding this investigation is encouraged to contact Detective Sarah Bramlette at 805-654-2856. Prepared by: Detective Sarah Bramlette #5020 / (805) 654-2856 Ventura County Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 reward for information, which leads to the arrest and criminal complaint against the person(s) responsible for this crime. The caller may remain anonymous. The call is not recorded. Call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477). |
