LeAnna and Damian Foster
Enlarge Photo

Enlarge Photo

Enlarge Photo

Enlarge Photo

Enlarge Photo

Courtesy Damian Foster
I have lived in Fillmore for 53 years, all my life. I got my first start in movies here in Fillmore and my first acting and stunt credit on a small film shot here in 1997 called “Momma Dolly.” I also got my vouchers to be able to join the Screen Actor Guild Union (SAG) working on a TV show during the Northridge earthquake called, “The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles”. The set was destroyed because of the earthquake and was held off for a week until the sets were rebuilt. They ended up finishing the sequence at the old dairy at the end of town on Old Telegraph Road and dressed it up like a 1940’s Hollywood back lot.
From that point on I moved on to doing extra-work, stand-in, acting/commercials, stunts and stunt coordinating. A lot of my work is listed on IMDB, the internet movie database.
I’ve also been in local bands here in town for 30 years and played several places on the Sunset Strip in Hollywood, and at Fillmore City Hall and the Fillmore Towne Theater. I am now a worship leader at my church, Lifepoint Church here in Fillmore, on 1st and C Street.
I recently traveled to Wilmington, North Carolina to work on a movie short called “Boatlift 9/11”, filmed on the Cape Fear River. It’s about the maritime vessels that saved people on 9/11. The story is of a mother and daughter with a tugboat who were caught in the middle of the 9/11 tragedy and saved lives. It is a true story written by a woman who live in New York and witnessed it firsthand. I was an assistant stunt coordinator on the 20-minute project and played “Amed”. Also, my wife, LeAnna Foster, was the set medic on set, and stunt-doubled for the main actress, Sophia Helin.
“Seasoned tugboat captain and her daughter are called into action on the morning of September 11, 2001 - becoming involved in the largest maritime evacuation in history.”
We are having the Red-Carpet Hollywood Premiere on September 11, 2026, for the 25th anniversary of the tragedy.
You can find the “Boatlift 9/11” website at BoatLift911.com (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt32188163), and on Facebook. It has all the information about the producers, directors and cast.

On June 5, 2026, at approximately 1115 hours, Camarillo Patrol Deputies responded to shots heard in the area of 2700 Barry Street in the City of Camarillo. Upon arrival, deputies quickly located discharged firearm casings in the roadway. Deputies searched the area and did not locate any people struck by gunfire. Based on the severity of the crime, the Camarillo Special Enforcement (SEU) and Directed Enforcement (DEU) Units responded to assist with the investigation.
While on scene, video surveillance was located which appeared to show the suspects discharging a firearm in the area of 2700 Barry Street and had entered an unknown vehicle. The suspect vehicle description was entered into the automated license plate reader database (ALPR). As a result of the search, a suspect vehicle license plate was identified. ALPR data had shown the suspect vehicle’s direction of travel after the shooting had occurred. As a result of the quick ALPR information, DEU Deputies located the suspect vehicle in less than one hour.
During the investigation, SEU Detectives authored multiple Ventura County Search Warrants which were later signed by Magistrates of the Ventura County Superior Court. As a result of the warrants coupled with further investigation, SEU Detectives determined the negligent discharge of a firearm was a result of a gang altercation which took place in the area of 2700 Barry Street.
Based on all evidence and information gathered during the investigation, SEU Detectives identified two juvenile suspects believed to be responsible for the negligent discharge of a firearm and street terrorism.
During the second week of August 2026, SEU Detectives authored search warrants for both juvenile suspects residences, vehicles, and property. The warrants were signed by Magistrates of the Ventura County Superior Court.
On 08/14/2026, various detective units within the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office simultaneously executed four search warrants at the juvenile suspects’ residences. As a result, evidence linking both juveniles to the crime was located. Additionally, evidence showing both juveniles gang affiliation was located at their residences.
One juvenile suspect was arrested for a violation of California Penal Code Section 246.3 – [Negligent Discharge of a Firearm], 27545 – [Felony Unlawful Transfer of a Firearm], 186.22(a) – [Street Terrorism], and 182(a)(1) – [Felony Conspiracy to Commit a Crime]. The second juvenile suspect was arrested for a violation of California Penal Code Sections 186.22(a) – [Street Terrorism], and 182(a)(1) – [Felony Conspiracy to Commit a Crime].
Both juvenile suspects were later lodged at the Juvenile Justice Center.
Prepared by: Senior Deputy Frank W. Corona
News Release Date: 08/26/2026
Approved by: Captain Jason Hendren
Booking Photo Release: NO
***
Nature of Incident: Suspects Arrested for Negligent Discharge of a Firearm and Street Terrorism
Report Number: 26-71875
Location: 2700 Barry Street, Camarillo
Date & Time: 06/05/2026 - 1115
Unit(s) Responsible: Camarillo Special Enforcement Unit, Camarillo Directed Enforcement Unit, Camarillo Investigations Unit, Central County Patrol Services, West County Special Enforcement Unit, Ventura County Sheriff’s Narcotics Division, Headquarters Investigations Unit, Fillmore Investigations Unit
(S)uspects, (V)ictims, (P)arty, (D)ecedent, City of Residence, Age
(S) Juvenile, Camarillo, 17
(S) Juvenile, Camarillo, 17
***
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).

On 08/30/2026, (S) Bret Endicott was arrested for a felony assault with force likely to cause serious bodily injury.
On 08/30/2026, at about 1:57 AM, deputies from the Fillmore Station responded to the 200 block of A Street in Fillmore reference an assault. Upon arrival, deputies located a 64-year-old male suffering from head injuries. Over the course of the investigation, deputies determined Bret Endicott, a 54-year-old Fillmore resident, assaulted the victim causing serious bodily injury. The victim was transported via ambulance to a local hospital and treated for his injuries.
Endicott fled the scene prior to law enforcement arrival and was located a short time later. Deputies discovered additional evidence in Endicott’s possession linking him to the assault.
Based on the circumstances, Endicott was arrested for violations of Penal Code § 245(a)(4) – [Assault with Force Likely to Produce Great Bodily Injury] and Penal Code § 422 – [Criminal Threats]. He was transported to the Ventura County Pre-Trial Detention Facility where he was booked pending court proceedings.
Detectives are actively investigating this felonious assault and are asking for the public’s assistance for any information regarding the incident. Anyone with information about the stabbing is asked to contact Detective Axel Morales at (805) 477-7011 or 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.
Any person with information regarding the incident is encouraged to reach out to detectives and utilize the link or QR code provided below to download and submit any video footage of the incident.
https://venturasheriffca.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/26-1... or by scanning the following QR code.
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: 08/31/2026
Approved by: Captain Eduardo Malagon
Booking Photo Release: NO
***
Nature of Incident: Subject Arrested for Felony Assault
Report Number: 26-113418
Location: 200 block of A Street, Fillmore
Date & Time: 08/30/2026, 1:57 AM
Unit(s) Responsible: Fillmore Patrol Resources
(S)uspects, (V)ictims, (P)arty, (D)ecedent, City of Residence, Age
(V) Male, Fillmore, 64
(S) Bret Endicott, Fillmore, 54
***
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).

On Saturday, August 29, at approximately 11:45 p.m., the Ventura County Fire Department responded to a reported fire in the 1400 block of Goodenough Road. Arriving firefighters located a 15‑by‑15-foot spot fire with a slow rate of spread. Crews quickly extinguished the fire, preventing further growth. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Photo credit Angel Esquivel.

On 08/26/2026, (S) 26-year-old Santa Paula resident, Cyriss Castillo was arrested for assault with force likely to produce great bodily injury.
On 08/25/2026, at about 11:47 PM, patrol deputies from the Sheriff’s Fillmore Station responded to the Santa Clara Riverbed near the 12th Street bridge in unincorporated Santa Paula reference an assault which had just occurred. As deputies arrived, they contacted adult witnesses who led them into the riverbed to an adult male suffering from multiple injuries, including head trauma. The victim was transported via ambulance to a local hospital and treated for his injuries.
As the investigation unfolded, deputies identified Cyriss Castillo as the suspect who had fled the area prior to law enforcement arrival. Patrol deputies, with the assistance of Santa Paula Police officers searched the area but did not find Castillo.
On 08/26/2026, Santa Paula Police officers located and detained Castillo pursuant to our investigation. Detectives from the Fillmore Detective Unit coordinated with Santa Paula Police, responded to Santa Paula and continued the investigation. As a result, they obtained evidence linking Castillo to the assault. Castillo was subsequently arrested for a violation of Penal Code § 245(a)(4) – [Assault with Force Likely to Produce Great Bodily Injury].
Castillo was transported to the Sheriff’s Pre-Trial Detention Facility where he was booked for the above offense pending court proceedings.
The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office is committed to responding to public concerns in a manner that builds confidence in our agency and strengthens relationships to empower businesses and residents to be the eyes and ears of the community.
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: 08/27/2026
Approved by: Captain Eduardo Malagon
Booking Photo Release: NO
***
Nature of Incident: Suspect Arrested for Felony Assault
Report Number: 26-111350
Location: Santa Clara Riverbed, unincorporated Santa Paula
Date & Time: 08/25/2026 @ 11:47 PM
Unit(s) Responsible: Fillmore Patrol, Fillmore Detective Unit
(S)uspects, (V)ictims, (P)arty, (D)ecedent, City of Residence, Age
(V) Adult Male, Santa Paula,
(S) Cyriss Castillo, Santa Paula, 26
***
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).

Enlarge Photo

Above, Piru residents enjoy a special viewing of episodes 1 and 2 of the new series “Lanterns,” produced by Warner Bros. The series was filmed in Piru for four months in 2025. Photo courtesy of the Piru Neighborhood Council.
Enlarge Photo

By Ken Wiseman, President, Piru Neighborhood Council
PIRU — Residents gathered downtown Aug. 29 for a community viewing event celebrating Warner Bros.’ Lanterns, the new series that filmed in Piru for four months in 2025 and transformed much of the town’s downtown area through three major set changes.
The event, sponsored by the Piru Neighborhood Council, followed an earlier announcement at Piru Community Park, where residents were first told that the series would launch Aug. 16. After noting the economic support, the production brought to the community, the council encouraged residents to wait before watching the first two episodes so Piru could experience them together at a special downtown screening.
The Aug. 29 screening brought residents to Center Street, which was closed for the occasion, for what organizers described as a one-of-a-kind superhero celebration.
Although the temporary Rushville sets—including the two-story sheriff’s station, diner façades, storefronts, and cemetery memorial—had been removed, attendees watched Episodes 1 and 2 of Lanterns Season 1 on a 10-by-8-foot LED screen set up in the middle of Center Street. For many viewers, the experience was especially memorable because several scenes appeared to unfold near the same downtown locations where they were seated.
The evening included free popcorn, water bottles, raffle prizes and coupons for local businesses. Raffle winners received Warner Bros. Lanterns posters and two pairs of tickets to Warner Bros. Studio Tours. Attendees also received $2-coupons redeemable at nearby restaurants, the local market, and a shaved ice truck.
A two-hour pre-screening party featured music from local DJ Chris & Tristen Rodriguez, who played vinyl records leading up to the 8 p.m. showing. A 15-minute intermission was held between episodes. After the screening, attendees continued the celebration at Corazon de Piru, where the event coupons could be used for food and drinks.
Organizers credited the event’s success to support from numerous volunteers. CERT team representatives Irene and Roy Ruiz, Paul Alverdi and Michael Chinery assisted throughout the evening. Betty-Lou Wiseman and Annie Ruiz helped with popcorn and ice cream, while volunteers from the San Salvadore Youth Group, Myla Puebla and Marrissa Calderon staffed the registration table.
The Piru Neighborhood Council also thanked the Fillmore Sheriff’s Department for sending four deputies, who helped provide public safety support and community policing during the event.
Technology support was coordinated by James Lantiegne, Donald Pierce, and Kat Jauch, who oversaw sound and streaming for both the outdoor Center Street viewing area and the indoor viewing at Corazon de Piru. Additional volunteers included Julie Lantiegne and Rick McDaniel. Artwork was created for our 2-different announcement flyers by Lisa Crockatt and Kevin Brock, and Juana Aguilar was a big help with marketing.
Organizers said the first two episodes were well received and announced plans to continue screening the remaining six episodes at Corazon de Piru on upcoming Saturday nights.
The council said the community remains grateful to Warner Bros. for choosing Piru as part of the Lanterns production and for supporting the downtown viewing event. Organizers said the filming experience brought pride, excitement, and economic support to the community.

Photo courtesy Rick Castaniero, President, Santa Paula Latino Town Hall

Santa Paula, California — 2026
With sadness, anger, and concern for future generations, we announce the impending death of Santa Paula Hospital, serving Santa Paula, Fillmore, Piru, and the Santa Clara Valley for more than six decades.
Its death will not be from natural causes.
Santa Paula Hospital will die from a political decision by the Ventura County Board of Supervisors.
Born in 1963, Santa Paula Hospital was one of only three California hospitals built through community donations. After bankruptcy closed it in 2003, Ventura County purchased and reopened it in 2005.
It was never simply a building. It was our emergency room, safety net, and assurance that when something went terribly wrong, hospital care was close to home.
Over time, services disappeared. The ICU and maternity units closed. Plans for a new East Area 2 hospital were abandoned. Deferred maintenance accumulated. Now residents will travel outside the Valley, including to Ventura County Medical Center, for hospital-level care.
Meanwhile, the Ventura County Health Care Agency has received approximately $98 million in grants, incentives, and advances since 2023 to sustain the County hospital and clinic system amid financial difficulties.
Yet Santa Paula, Fillmore, and Piru are being asked to surrender their hospital.
Santa Paula deserves an accounting of the decisions, spending, planning, and leadership that brought us here.
When the beautiful hospital on the hill takes its last breath among roses nurtured by community volunteers, history should remember who closed it, who warned them, what alternatives existed—and which community paid the price.
No services are planned. The community wishes to grieve among those who loved and cared for this hospital—without elected officials, selfies, or Blue-Ribbon Committees.
In lieu of flowers, the community requests continued advocacy for emergency hospital care in the Santa Clara Valley.
Rick Castaniero, President, Santa Paula Latino Town Hall

On Saturday, August 22, at 9:42 p.m., the Fillmore Police Department, Fillmore City Fire, and AMR Paramedics were dispatched to a reported two‑vehicle accident at the intersection of Ventura Street and C Street. Arriving firefighters located a white vehicle with moderate damage and a white van with minor damage. Minor injuries were reported.
During the investigation, deputies determined that one driver was operating a vehicle under the influence. The individual was cited and released for violations of California Vehicle Code 23153(a) and 23153(b), which involve driving under the influence and causing injury.
A second individual was arrested for California Penal Code 272 — Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor. The subject was transported to a local hospital for medical clearance and subsequently booked at the Ventura County Main Jail Facility.
The cause of the collision remains under investigation by the Fillmore Police Department.