Gang Member Arrested for Tattooing Juvenile
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, January 12th, 2024
Fabian Garibay, 31, of Fillmore. Fillmore Gazette stock photo, August 2019.
Fabian Garibay, 31, of Fillmore. Fillmore Gazette stock photo, August 2019.
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On December 22, 2023, at approximately 11:30 AM, Ventura County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested Fabian Garibay in the City of Fillmore for felony street gang coercion reference the gang tattooing of a minor. On January 5, 2024, the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office filed felony Street Gang Solicitation and misdemeanor Tattooing of a Minor violations against Garibay in the Ventura County Superior Court.

During the months of September and October 2023, a Fillmore Patrol Station Deputy initiated an investigation after learning Garibay had tattooed a juvenile male with gang symbols. The Patrol Deputy determined the tattooing occurred in Ventura County and likely was committed with the intent to solicit or recruit the juvenile into a Fillmore criminal street gang.

In late October 2023, West County Special Enforcement Unit (WC-SEU) detectives conducted a follow-up investigation and obtained a search warrant for Garibay’s Fillmore residence. Detectives served the warrant and located evidence related to the investigation, including additional evidence of Garibay’s affiliation with a criminal street gang. Detectives later obtained a felony arrest warrant for Garibay.

On December 22, 2023, at approximately 11:30 AM, Fillmore Patrol Deputies arrested Garibay during a traffic stop in Fillmore and he was booked at the Ventura County Pre-Trial Detention Facility.

The gang tattooing case against Garibay was presented to the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office, who subsequently filed felony PC 186.26(a) - Street Gang Solicitation and misdemeanor PC 653 - Tattooing a Minor violations against Garibay in the Ventura County Superior Court on January 5, 2024. Garibay posted bail on the matter and has a pending court date in February 2024.

The investigation is on-going. If you have any information about this case or Fillmore gang activities, please contact Detective Austin Whittaker at 805-654-3509.

Report Number: 23-136303
Location: Ventura County
Date & Time: December 22, 2023 @ 11:30 AM
Unit(s) Responsible: Fillmore PAtrol Services and West County Special Enforcement Unit
(S)uspects,(V)ictims,(P)arty,(D)ecedent

(S) Fabin Garibay Fillmore 31
(V) Juvenile Male Fillmore 16

Prepared by: Sergeant Beau Rodriguez
Approved by: Captain Sean Britt

 


 
Edison Replaces Power Poles on Goodenough
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, January 12th, 2024
On Monday, January 8, 2024, at 8 a.m. to around 6 p.m., Edison crews were on Goodenough Road along the Tradition housing track managing traffic while they replaced multiple power poles, using cherry pickers to disconnect the lines. Several poles were successfully replaced with no known power interruptions to the area.
On Monday, January 8, 2024, at 8 a.m. to around 6 p.m., Edison crews were on Goodenough Road along the Tradition housing track managing traffic while they replaced multiple power poles, using cherry pickers to disconnect the lines. Several poles were successfully replaced with no known power interruptions to the area.
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Vehicle Flips, Takes Out Edison Power Pole
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, January 5th, 2024
On Wednesday, December 27, at 8:34 p.m., Ventura County Fire Department, California Highway Patrol, AMR Paramedics and Fillmore Police were dispatched to a reported traffic collision on SR126 and Fillmore Fish Hatchery. Upon, Arriving firefighters located a shattered Edison pole with live wires down and a white vehicle overturned. Two patients were able to get out and both patients were treated by AMR Paramedics and transported to VCMC, conditions unknown. Due to the incident, half of the residences in Fillmore and Piru lost power. Cause of the crash is under investigation. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
On Wednesday, December 27, at 8:34 p.m., Ventura County Fire Department, California Highway Patrol, AMR Paramedics and Fillmore Police were dispatched to a reported traffic collision on SR126 and Fillmore Fish Hatchery. Upon, Arriving firefighters located a shattered Edison pole with live wires down and a white vehicle overturned. Two patients were able to get out and both patients were treated by AMR Paramedics and transported to VCMC, conditions unknown. Due to the incident, half of the residences in Fillmore and Piru lost power. Cause of the crash is under investigation. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
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Graffiti Spoils Fillmore’s Outdoor Beauty
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, January 5th, 2024
The small electrical building on the Riverpark bike path has been vandalized again with tagging, along with the bike path itself, inset. Tagging has also increased along the Sespe Creek bike path, including the 126 underpass tunnel. No doubt this type of vandalism is a sign of high intelligence.
The small electrical building on the Riverpark bike path has been vandalized again with tagging, along with the bike path itself, inset. Tagging has also increased along the Sespe Creek bike path, including the 126 underpass tunnel. No doubt this type of vandalism is a sign of high intelligence.
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Hawaii Tournament Raffle Fundraiser for Zoey
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, January 5th, 2024

Hi everyone! Happy New Year!

The Hawaii tournament is just around the corner. Zoey has until June of 2024 to raise her share to participate in the July 2024 Tournament with her Fillmore girl’s soccer team. She needs to raise money for the tournament cost, plane ticket, hotel, food, possibly new gear or uniforms, and any other expenses necessary.
We have decided to raffle off a BRAND NEW PLAYSTATION 5! Valued at $499!
Thank You ALL SO MUCH for your donation and good luck!

BUY TICKETS

Hawaii Raffle for Zoey - $26.80
$25.00 + $1.80 processing fees
A Single Ticket Registration allows for a chance to win a BRAND NEW PlayStation 5 Valued at $499!
ABOUT THE ORGANIZER
Hi, my name Is Megan Hadley, I am Zoey’s mom.
First off, I want to thank you for taking the time to read about our raffle! Any donations given for her trip are a true blessing and much appreciated. To her, soccer is everything! So, having this opportunity makes us both hopeful that she will raise the money and be able to enjoy this experience. Preparation for this tournament includes overall player development and sharpening up her skills. A lot of training and commitment will allow her to grow. As a mom, we all want to see our kids succeed and I want to try my very best to help make this happen for her.
Thank you all. Reach out to me if you have any questions.
For tickets and more information visit: https://myevent.com/hawaiiforzoey?fbclid=Iw AR1xDfXS-HttbIBpdl7R 2nFPR4XZpVpMU VrgHlEoBEDh0S_y17uIPZ-X03I. Info & Photo Brandy Hollis
 
City Fence Vandalized Over Holidays
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, January 5th, 2024
A vinyl fence was vandalized over the holidays, on Burlington Street near Rio Grande. A lot of police calls go out in that area for Suspicious Subject/Circumstances along the riverbed. Maybe the city should invest in some cameras in the vicinity.
A vinyl fence was vandalized over the holidays, on Burlington Street near Rio Grande. A lot of police calls go out in that area for Suspicious Subject/Circumstances along the riverbed. Maybe the city should invest in some cameras in the vicinity.
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Fillmore’s Central Nails by Kim is Back!
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, January 5th, 2024
For years I have heard “Oh, I will only go to Kim to get my nails done” and “Kim is the best”. Then I heard a new nail salon was going to open next to Heritage Valley Eye Care, across from Ronan Mills Bakery. I didn’t think much of it, even when I heard the famous Kim was opening it. Who was this Kim lady? Well, I found out. I was passing by and saw Central Nails was open, so I stopped in to see if I could get a pedicure. Little did I know it was her opening day and I had the pleasure of being her first customer! As soon as she was up for business her phone rang off the hook. The famous Kim had been found and it’s been a pleasure getting to know her. Kim Pham opened her doors May 26, 2023 to a stream of pleased customers. She has colors I have never seen before, a beautiful, immaculate shop, and is centrally located. I love that she lives right down the street from her shop and is building a business right here in Fillmore. I really think downtown is vital to its citizens and its citizens are vital to our local business community. I try to shop and stay local as much as I can, and Kim’s opening has helped me do that. Kim’s work is stellar—she can even do all the cute designs and color work that some people travel out of town for. I had not had my nails done in a long time but she converted me back to nails and regular manicures. Recently I ran into a friend who had an appointment and was so excited Kim was back in Fillmore. She has a wonderful staff, and I believe she still has a hiring sign on her door. Thank you, Kim, for bringing your services and smile to my neighborhood! Photo and article by Brandy Hollis.
For years I have heard “Oh, I will only go to Kim to get my nails done” and “Kim is the best”. Then I heard a new nail salon was going to open next to Heritage Valley Eye Care, across from Ronan Mills Bakery. I didn’t think much of it, even when I heard the famous Kim was opening it. Who was this Kim lady? Well, I found out. I was passing by and saw Central Nails was open, so I stopped in to see if I could get a pedicure. Little did I know it was her opening day and I had the pleasure of being her first customer! As soon as she was up for business her phone rang off the hook. The famous Kim had been found and it’s been a pleasure getting to know her. Kim Pham opened her doors May 26, 2023 to a stream of pleased customers. She has colors I have never seen before, a beautiful, immaculate shop, and is centrally located. I love that she lives right down the street from her shop and is building a business right here in Fillmore. I really think downtown is vital to its citizens and its citizens are vital to our local business community. I try to shop and stay local as much as I can, and Kim’s opening has helped me do that. Kim’s work is stellar—she can even do all the cute designs and color work that some people travel out of town for. I had not had my nails done in a long time but she converted me back to nails and regular manicures. Recently I ran into a friend who had an appointment and was so excited Kim was back in Fillmore. She has a wonderful staff, and I believe she still has a hiring sign on her door. Thank you, Kim, for bringing your services and smile to my neighborhood! Photo and article by Brandy Hollis.
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Fillmore Chief of Police Speaks at Rotary Meeting
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, January 5th, 2024
Pictured (l-r) is last week’s speaker, Fillmore Chief of Police Lalo Malagon, with Fillmore Rotary President Scott Beylik. His topic was crime in Fillmore. All crime is tracked, as well as response time, and crimes are reported to the FBI and to Fillmore City Council once a month. Also, all the Chiefs in the county meet once a month to discuss ongoing crimes. The city cannot afford to pay for full-time motorcycle officers, it does pay overtime for the Thousand Oaks Officers to work the 126 corridor. Chief Lalo stated that Fillmore is one of the safest cities in Ventura County. Photo credit Martha Richardson.
Pictured (l-r) is last week’s speaker, Fillmore Chief of Police Lalo Malagon, with Fillmore Rotary President Scott Beylik. His topic was crime in Fillmore. All crime is tracked, as well as response time, and crimes are reported to the FBI and to Fillmore City Council once a month. Also, all the Chiefs in the county meet once a month to discuss ongoing crimes. The city cannot afford to pay for full-time motorcycle officers, it does pay overtime for the Thousand Oaks Officers to work the 126 corridor. Chief Lalo stated that Fillmore is one of the safest cities in Ventura County. Photo credit Martha Richardson.
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Christmas Day Family Dispute Ends in Car Crash & Arrest
By Gazette Staff Writers — Sunday, December 31st, 2023
On Monday, December 25, at 4:37pm, deputies were dispatched to the 800 block of Orchard Street in Piru for a subject disturbing and threatening to fight family members. The callers indicated the male suspect, identified as Christopher Perez (30 years) was possibly armed with a firearm. Upon arrival, deputies saw Perez leaving the area in a black Chevy Suburban. Deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop and a short pursuit ensued. The pursuit ended when Perez crashed the Suburban into a fence in the 4000 block of Center Street. Perez was arrested for a variety of charges, including criminal threats stemming from the original disturbance call, as well as evading and driving under the influence of alcohol. Perez was booked into the Pre-Trial Detention Facility where he remains in custody. Photo courtesy Angel Esquivel-AE News.
On Monday, December 25, at 4:37pm, deputies were dispatched to the 800 block of Orchard Street in Piru for a subject disturbing and threatening to fight family members. The callers indicated the male suspect, identified as Christopher Perez (30 years) was possibly armed with a firearm. Upon arrival, deputies saw Perez leaving the area in a black Chevy Suburban. Deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop and a short pursuit ensued. The pursuit ended when Perez crashed the Suburban into a fence in the 4000 block of Center Street. Perez was arrested for a variety of charges, including criminal threats stemming from the original disturbance call, as well as evading and driving under the influence of alcohol. Perez was booked into the Pre-Trial Detention Facility where he remains in custody. Photo courtesy Angel Esquivel-AE News.
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Head-On Sends 2 to Hospital
By Gazette Staff Writers — Sunday, December 31st, 2023
On Thursday, December 21, at 6:48 a.m., Ventura County Fire Department, AMR Paramedics, and California Highway Patrol were dispatched to a reported head-on collision westbound SR126 at Cavin Road, near Piru. Arriving firefighters found two vehicles involved, one on the center divider and the second on the right-hand shoulder hillside. Two patients were transported to a local hospital with moderate injuries to both patients. Westbound lanes were shut down for at least 45 minutes until the scene was cleared. Cause of the crash is under investigation. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
On Thursday, December 21, at 6:48 a.m., Ventura County Fire Department, AMR Paramedics, and California Highway Patrol were dispatched to a reported head-on collision westbound SR126 at Cavin Road, near Piru. Arriving firefighters found two vehicles involved, one on the center divider and the second on the right-hand shoulder hillside. Two patients were transported to a local hospital with moderate injuries to both patients. Westbound lanes were shut down for at least 45 minutes until the scene was cleared. Cause of the crash is under investigation. Photo credit Angel Esquivel-AE News.
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