On 03/07/2025, just after 5:00 PM, deputies from the Sheriff’s Fillmore Station responded to the 800 block of Edison Lane in
Fillmore reference 15 to 20 individuals fighting.

Upon arrival, deputies learned the suspects were affiliated with a Fillmore criminal street gang and had fled the area prior
to law enforcement arrival. During the preliminary investigation, deputies determined there was probable cause to arrest
multiple suspects for gang-related crimes including assault with a deadly weapon. Fillmore Station Detectives collaborated
with patrol personnel on the investigation and quickly identified several suspects.

At about 6:14 PM, Fillmore detectives and Sheriff’s K9 Unit located four gang members involved in the incident in the
unincorporated area of Fillmore known as Bardsdale. As deputies approached, the suspects fled on foot. Two suspects, (S)
Joel Alonzo, who is on parole, and a juvenile male were quickly apprehended while the other two suspects fled into nearby
orchards.

An extensive search was conducted for the two outstanding suspects involving personnel from the Sheriff’s Air Unit, West
County Special Enforcement Unit, Fillmore Patrol, Headquarters Patrol, and Moorpark Patrol.

At about 6:52 PM, deputies located one of the outstanding suspects hiding under a chicken coop. The suspect, a juvenile
male, was taken into custody without incident.

Despite coordinated efforts of ground and aerial assets, the fourth suspect was able to evade apprehension due to rugged
terrain combined with thick vegetation and darkness.

Following the arrests, detectives located additional evidence linking the suspects to the assault on Edison Lane.

A parole hold was placed on Alonzo, and he was booked at the Pre-Trial Detention Facility. One juvenile male was arrested
for violations of Penal Code § 417(a)(2) – [Brandishing Firearm], Penal Code § 417(a)(1) – [Brandishing Deadly Weapon],
Penal Code § 186.22 – [Street Terrorism], and Penal Code § 148(a)(1) – [Obstruct, Resist, or Delay a Peace Officer]. The
other juvenile was arrested for violations of Penal Code § 242 – [Battery], Penal Code § 186.22 – [Street Terrorism], and
Penal Code § 148(a)(1) – [Obstruct, Resist, or Delay a Peace Officer]. Both juveniles were given citations and released to
their parents/guardians.

This investigation is ongoing, and detectives are asking for the public’s assistance for any information regarding the gang-
related assault. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Detective Axel Morales (805) 477-7011 or
Detective Dustin Heersche at (805) 477-7012. Tips can also be submitted through Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-
TIPS (8477), where callers can remain anonymous.

The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank members of the public for their on-going support and due diligence
in providing information to assist our agency in solving crimes. We are better at what we do because of our community
partnerships. Join us in the fight on crime by following us on “X” @fillmoresheriff, Facebook, Instagram @VCSHERIFF and
@FILLMOREPD, and with Nixle by texting your zip code to 888777 to receive local law enforcement and public safety alerts and
advisories.

Prepared by: Sergeant Jarrod Foote

News Release Date: 03/10/2025

Approved by: Captain Eduardo Malagon

Booking Photo Release: NO

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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).