Ventura County Sheriff's Department

On March 1, 2011, Sheriff’s deputies responded to Pleasant Valley Hospital in reference to a patient seeking treatment for a stab wound. Deputies learned the juvenile victim had sustained wounds requiring immediate medical attention. Deputies located the crime scene near the Lamplighter Mobile Home Park in the City of Camarillo.

Detectives from the Camarillo Investigation Bureau also responded to assist with the investigation. Detectives identified (A) Gerardo Simon Mares as the suspect. Mares was subsequently arrested for violation of PC 245(a)(1) / Assault with a Deadly Weapon.

As the investigation continued, Camarillo detectives discovered information indicating Mares’ mother, (A) Sandra Garcia Mares aided her son after the crime. She was arrested for violating PC 32 / Accessory after the crime.

Location: Vicinity of the Lamplighter Mobile Home Park, Camarillo
Date & Time/ RB#: March 1, 2011 mid-afternoon / RB# 2011-4919
Unit Responsible: Camarillo Investigations Bureau
(S)uspects City of Residence Age
Mares, Gerardo Simon Camarillo 20
Mares, Sandra Garcia Camarillo 40
Officer Preparing Release: Detective Nora Soler
Follow-up Contact: Detective Nora Soler #388-5149
Date of Release: March 3, 2011
Approved By: Captain McGrath