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Deputies assigned to the Fillmore Patrol Station conducted extra patrol in a high-crime area, resulting in the recovery of two firearms associated to a Los Angeles County burglary.

The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office is committed to collaborating with businesses and residents in a manner that inspires them to be a force multiplier of safety by empowering them to be the eyes and ears of our community. In the latter half of 2024, community members expressed concerns over a rise in criminal activity in the 100 Block of Santa Clara Street, City of Fillmore. In response to the community concerns, deputies assigned to the Fillmore Patrol Station conducted proactive foot patrols in the area to engage with community members, deter criminal activity, and enforce laws.
On December 24, 2024, while conducting foot patrol, deputies detained Emmanuel Moreno Diaz for suspicion of trespassing. Diaz is a known transient and had previously been arrested for trespassing at the same location. During the contact, Diaz was found to be in possession of two loaded firearms. A records check of the firearms revealed they had been stolen during a Los Angeles County burglary in October of 2024. Diaz was subsequently arrested for being in violation of Penal Code § 602 (o) – Trespassing, Penal Code § 496 (a) – Possession of Stolen Property, and Penal Code § 27545 – Unlawful Firearms Transfer. Diaz was booked into the Ventura County Main Jail.

Nature of Incident: Christmas Eve Firearms Arrest
Report Number: 24-161093
Location: 100 Block of Santa Clara Street, Fillmore
Date & Time: 12/24/2024 09:10 AM
Unit(s) Responsible: Fillmore Patrol Services
Suspect: Emanuel Moreno-Diaz Fillmore, CA 24

Prepared by: Senior Deputy Dustin Heersche
News Release Date: December 24, 2024

Approved by: Captain Eduardo Malagon

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On Tuesday, December 24th, 2024, at 2:22 p.m. Ventura County Fire, Fillmore Fire, AMR Paramedics, and California Highway Patrol were dispatched to a reported head-on crash eastbound SR126 at Fine Road. Arriving firefighters reported two vehicles with major damage: a 2024 Volvo SUV and a black 2019 Lexus. According to CHP’s initial investigation the 2024 Volvo SUV heading westbound veered across the center median into oncoming traffic, the Volvo had been going about 65 mph at the time. It struck a black 2019 Lexus headed eastbound, per CHP.

Two people in the Lexus were found unresponsive,; the 39-year-old man and 31-year-old woman died at the scene. Their names and cities of residence were not released pending family notification. The driver of the Volvo, a 44-year-old Oak View man, was flown by helicopter to Ventura County Medical Center with critical injuries, according to CHP and Ventura County Fire Department. Two passengers in the Volvo, a man, 35, and a woman, 71, suffered moderate injuries and were taken by ground ambulance to Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital. Two dogs also died in the crash, one in each vehicle. A third dog that had been riding in the Volvo survived and was picked up by a family member.

On-scene firefighters reported they pulled two trapped patients from one of the vehicles, including the person with critical injuries who was airlifted to VCMC. CHP doesn’t yet know the cause of the crash or whether drugs or alcohol were a factor. No arrests were made.

Any witnesses who haven’t already provided a statement to investigating officers are asked to call the CHP’s Moorpark office at 805-553-0800.

On Saturday, December 14, 2024, the Fillmore Condors competed at the 2024 USATF Junior Olympics held in Indiana. Pictured above are the kids who competed L to R Top Row: Able Arana, Ethan Leighton, Damian Santa Rosa, Isabelle Enriquez, Kirsten Theabold, Itzel Arana, Kristin Theabold, Christine Beltran, Mycah Castrol, Brooklyn Limon. Bottom Row L to R Jacob Santa Rosa, Jacob Ramriez, Nate Magana, Ares Sanchez, Carlos Marin and Zach Magana Missing: Nick Enriquez. Photo credit Fillmore Condors.
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By Fillmore Condors

Congratulations to these 17 athletes who traveled to Shelbyville, Indiana to compete in the 2024 USATF Junior Olympics held on December 14, 2024. Some of these athletes were new to the National Race experience others were veterans in this highly competitive race. Going up against the best in the United States is an honor and something that no one can take away from them. They have been practicing since August, 3-4 times a week, clocking in mile after mile and competing in races every Saturday over the course of these past 5 months. They headed out to Indiana ready to complete and to do their best all while battling cold temperatures in the low 20’s, high altitude and muddy slushy conditions. Come race day they persevered and showed us what kind of determination and resilience they are made of as each age group ran and crossed the finish line for their races.

The boys Gremlin team who consisted of 4 Condor Athletes; Ares Sanchez, Mycah Castro, Zach Magana and Carlos Marin brought home the Bronze Medal. Brooklyn Limon of the girls Bantam Division who is also a part of Fillmore Condors brought home the Bronze Medal as well. On Behalf of the organization, all your families, friends and community we want to extend a huge congratulations on a job well done. Every single one of our athletes represented the city of Fillmore with great sportsmanship, dedication and competitiveness that we can admire.

By Jan Lee

Why are we talking about the flower show in winter? The show isn’t until April 26 and 27, 2025!
However, one of the most popular categories is roses. Roses need to be pruned in January to have beautiful blooms in the spring. Otto and Sons Nursery in Fillmore offers Rose Care Classes: January 4, 10am -12; Jan 11, 10-12; January 18, 10-12; and January 25, 1-3pm. Sign up early, the classes fill up.

The theme this year is “Fillmore Spirit in Bloom”. It will be held at the Active Adult Center on Santa Clara Street in Fillmore. As usual, there will be live music, a plant sale and refreshment cafe.

As you mark important dates on your new 2025 calendar, be sure to write in the Fillmore Flower Show in April. Nourish those plants, arrange those dish gardens and plant some seeds. We’ll see you in April at the Fillmore Flower Show!