Vehicle into Parked Truck Ends in DUI Arrest
By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, October 5th, 2023
On Saturday, September 30th, at approximately 4:00 a.m., in the 500 block of First Street, an arrest for drunk driving was made following the collision of that driver's vehicle with a pickup truck which was parked at the curb. Extensive damage was caused to the pickup, which was forced from the curb onto the adjacent lawn. The identity of the driver and a description of his vehicle were not available at press time.
On Saturday, September 30th, at approximately 4:00 a.m., in the 500 block of First Street, an arrest for drunk driving was made following the collision of that driver's vehicle with a pickup truck which was parked at the curb. Extensive damage was caused to the pickup, which was forced from the curb onto the adjacent lawn. The identity of the driver and a description of his vehicle were not available at press time.
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Knife Wielding Robbery Suspect Arrested
By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Thursday, October 5th, 2023

On October 2, 2023, at approximately 8:45 pm, a suspect followed two victims from the bus stop located in the 500 block of Santa Clara Street to the corner of Central Avenue. The suspect approached the victims as he brandished a knife, and he demanded their personal property which included one of the victim’s cellular telephone. The suspect then fled with the stolen property.

A witness called Ventura County Sheriff Communications Center (911) and provided a detailed description of the suspect. Responding Fillmore patrol deputies located and detained a suspect matching the description who was identified as Fillmore resident, Issac Torres.

Torres was positively identified as the robbery suspect by the victims. In addition, Torres was in possession of a pocket knife and the victim’s stolen property. Torres was subsequently arrested for robbery and brandishing a weapon in a threatening manner. Torres was booked into the Ventura County Pre-Trail Detention Facility for these charges where he remains in custody in lieu of his bail set at $500,000.

Report Number: RB # 23-127074
Location: Central Ave / Santa Clara Street, Fillmore, CA
Date & Time: October 2, 2023 @ 8:45 PM
Unit(s) Responsible: Fillmore Patrol Services / Fillmore Detectives
(S)uspects,(V)ictims,(P)arty,(D)ecedent
(S) Issac Torres Fillmore 25

Prepared by: Detective Sergeant Will Hollowell
Approved by: Captain Eduardo Malagon"
 


 
VCOE Hosts Town Meeting “Facing Down Fentanyl” with FUSD Parents
By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, October 5th, 2023
VCOE (Ventura County Office of Education) hosted a town hall meeting on Thursday, September 27th to discuss the current opioid crisis. The meeting titled Facing Down Fentanyl was presented by the County Opioid Suppression Task Force and featured a panel of speakers that included Sheriff Jim Fryhoff, District Attorney Erik Nasarenko and Public Health Officer Dr. Robert Levin. The meeting was attended by 33 parents from the Fillmore Unified School District, with transportation provided by VCOE. We thank Norma Perez-Sanford for making arrangements for our parents to attend this event. Courtesy https://www.facebook.com/FUSDDistrict/.
VCOE (Ventura County Office of Education) hosted a town hall meeting on Thursday, September 27th to discuss the current opioid crisis. The meeting titled Facing Down Fentanyl was presented by the County Opioid Suppression Task Force and featured a panel of speakers that included Sheriff Jim Fryhoff, District Attorney Erik Nasarenko and Public Health Officer Dr. Robert Levin. The meeting was attended by 33 parents from the Fillmore Unified School District, with transportation provided by VCOE. We thank Norma Perez-Sanford for making arrangements for our parents to attend this event. Courtesy https://www.facebook.com/FUSDDistrict/.
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Solo Car Crash Results in DOA
By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, October 5th, 2023
On Saturday, September 30th, at 10:50 p.m., Ventura County Fire Department, AMR Paramedics, and California Highway Patrol were dispatched to a reported vehicle into tree on westbound Highway 126, just east of Torrey Road, Piru. According to a statement by CHP-Moorpark office, a 45-year-old Sylmar man was headed west on the highway in the fast lane but traveled right into the slow lane and then to the right shoulder before crashing into a tree. The involved vehicle was a 1989 Toyota coupe; it became fully engulfed in fire after impact, CHP spokesman Ryan Ayers said Sunday. Ayers said the man was unable to get out of the vehicle, he was pronounced dead at the scene by Ventura County Fire Department, which extinguished the fire. Caltrans was also notified that 60 feet of chain link fence and eight poles were damaged. Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to call the CHP’s Moorpark office at (805) 553-0800. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
On Saturday, September 30th, at 10:50 p.m., Ventura County Fire Department, AMR Paramedics, and California Highway Patrol were dispatched to a reported vehicle into tree on westbound Highway 126, just east of Torrey Road, Piru. According to a statement by CHP-Moorpark office, a 45-year-old Sylmar man was headed west on the highway in the fast lane but traveled right into the slow lane and then to the right shoulder before crashing into a tree. The involved vehicle was a 1989 Toyota coupe; it became fully engulfed in fire after impact, CHP spokesman Ryan Ayers said Sunday. Ayers said the man was unable to get out of the vehicle, he was pronounced dead at the scene by Ventura County Fire Department, which extinguished the fire. Caltrans was also notified that 60 feet of chain link fence and eight poles were damaged. Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to call the CHP’s Moorpark office at (805) 553-0800. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
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Fillmore City Council Holds Workshop for Active Shooter Scenario
By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, October 5th, 2023
On Tuesday, October 3rd, at 6 p.m., a special meeting was held at Fillmore City Hall for a City Council Workshop: Active Shooter Training. Sgt. Deputy John Lemar, Fillmore Police Department, gave the presentation on what the procedure should be during an active shooter situation. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
On Tuesday, October 3rd, at 6 p.m., a special meeting was held at Fillmore City Hall for a City Council Workshop: Active Shooter Training. Sgt. Deputy John Lemar, Fillmore Police Department, gave the presentation on what the procedure should be during an active shooter situation. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
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Flashes Defeat Cardinals at 113th Rivalry Meet
By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, October 5th, 2023
On Friday, September 29th, 2023, the Fillmore Flashes traveled to Santa Paula for the 113th game/meeting of the two towns, beginning back in 1924. The Flashes went into the game 3–3 on the season, and the Cardinals undefeated. After a long hard-fought game for both teams, Flashes Varsity defeated the Cardinals 37–35, beating them for the third year in a row. Flashes JV fell short to the Cardinals with and final score 20–0. Photo credit Crystal Gurrola.
On Friday, September 29th, 2023, the Fillmore Flashes traveled to Santa Paula for the 113th game/meeting of the two towns, beginning back in 1924. The Flashes went into the game 3–3 on the season, and the Cardinals undefeated. After a long hard-fought game for both teams, Flashes Varsity defeated the Cardinals 37–35, beating them for the third year in a row. Flashes JV fell short to the Cardinals with and final score 20–0. Photo credit Crystal Gurrola.
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St. Francis of Assisi Church Fiesta has Large Turnout
By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, October 5th, 2023
St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, Fillmore, had an impressive turnout on Sunday, October 1st, for its annual Parish Fiesta. The 7-hour fiesta included a blessing of the animals, live mariachi music, folklorico dancers (pictured), bingo, games/prizes, face painting, raffle, silent auction and plant sale. Enchiladas and tacos were sold, along with drinks, ice cream, fruit/veg cups, shaved ice, bake sale and more. And for $5 bucks you could have the “villain” of your choice arrested and thrown in jail, above. Bail was set at $5.
St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, Fillmore, had an impressive turnout on Sunday, October 1st, for its annual Parish Fiesta. The 7-hour fiesta included a blessing of the animals, live mariachi music, folklorico dancers (pictured), bingo, games/prizes, face painting, raffle, silent auction and plant sale. Enchiladas and tacos were sold, along with drinks, ice cream, fruit/veg cups, shaved ice, bake sale and more. And for $5 bucks you could have the “villain” of your choice arrested and thrown in jail, above. Bail was set at $5.
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Hit & Run, DUI Arrest Made
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, September 29th, 2023
On Saturday, September 23rd, at 12:10am, a Fillmore Police Sergeant came across a stalled vehicle at Central Avenue and Main Street, Fillmore. While the deputy was investigating it turned out to be a Hit & Run, according to radio traffic. At least one female subject was contacted nearby and was taken into custody for Hit & Run, and for driving under the influence. No additional information was provided. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
On Saturday, September 23rd, at 12:10am, a Fillmore Police Sergeant came across a stalled vehicle at Central Avenue and Main Street, Fillmore. While the deputy was investigating it turned out to be a Hit & Run, according to radio traffic. At least one female subject was contacted nearby and was taken into custody for Hit & Run, and for driving under the influence. No additional information was provided. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
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Sonic Coming in Spring 2024
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, September 29th, 2023
Sonic is finally making its way to Fillmore! The first Ventura County Sonic Drive-In is anticipated to be built at the northwest corner of Orange Grove and Ventura Street (SR-126). In October 2018, The Gazette reported it was slated to open in summer 2019, but Covid-19 and other factors caused its delay. In 1958, Top Hats existed in Enid and Stillwater, Oklahoma. However, only four opened, because the name was already copyrighted to another business. Echoing the jet age, Top Hat’s slogan was “Service with the Speed of Sound,” so the new name “Sonic” was chosen. There are now 80 Sonic’s in California alone. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
Sonic is finally making its way to Fillmore! The first Ventura County Sonic Drive-In is anticipated to be built at the northwest corner of Orange Grove and Ventura Street (SR-126). In October 2018, The Gazette reported it was slated to open in summer 2019, but Covid-19 and other factors caused its delay. In 1958, Top Hats existed in Enid and Stillwater, Oklahoma. However, only four opened, because the name was already copyrighted to another business. Echoing the jet age, Top Hat’s slogan was “Service with the Speed of Sound,” so the new name “Sonic” was chosen. There are now 80 Sonic’s in California alone. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
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Fillmore Santa Paula Rivalry Game
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, September 29th, 2023
This Friday, September 29, 2023, the Fillmore Flashes will take on longtime rival, the Santa Paula Cardinals. Above a photo from last year’s Fillmore-Santa Paula game where the Flashes defeated the Cardinals. This year’s game will be in the Santa Paula High School Stadium. JV begins at 4:30pm; Varsity 7:30pm. Gates open at 4:30pm. Photo credit Crystal Gurrola.
This Friday, September 29, 2023, the Fillmore Flashes will take on longtime rival, the Santa Paula Cardinals. Above a photo from last year’s Fillmore-Santa Paula game where the Flashes defeated the Cardinals. This year’s game will be in the Santa Paula High School Stadium. JV begins at 4:30pm; Varsity 7:30pm. Gates open at 4:30pm. Photo credit Crystal Gurrola.
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