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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Tuesday, June 15th, 2010
 Ventura County Sheriff's Department On 6-6-2010, Ventura County Sheriff narcotic investigators along with members of the City of Thousand Oaks Police Department’s Special Enforcement Unit concluded a month long investigation into an illegal marijuana delivery service operating in the City of Thousand Oaks. Investigators learned Fabian Citraro and his wife Amanda were the owners of “Mary Jane’s Bud” located in the 3500 block of Old Conejo Road in the City of Thousand Oaks. Investigators obtained search warrants for four locations associated with the illegal marijuana sales operation. Two locations were in a business complex in the 3400 block of Old Conejo Road. These two locations were determined to be sites where marijuana plants were being cultivated. The third location was housed in the 3500 block of Old Conejo Road where a central dispatch center took marijuana orders either by telephone or by the Internet. The dispatcher at the center would fill the requested orders and multiple drivers would deliver the marijuana to the customers’ doorsteps. Investigators also served a search warrant at the couple’s residence in the 20 block of Teardrop Court, Thousand Oaks. Investigators found marijuana converted to food products in the refrigerator at the residence. Small children had easy access to this marijuana in the refrigerator. Therefore, investigators are pursuing child endangerment charges on the couple. The couple was booked into the Ventura County Sheriff’s Pre-Trial Detention Facility and are scheduled to appear in Ventura County Superior Court on July 6, 2010. Location: Officer Preparing Release: |
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By Santa Paula Police Department — Monday, June 14th, 2010
On Sunday 06/13/10, at approximately 1300 hours, the Santa Paula Police Department received an anonymous tip of a person conducting drug sales at a residence in the 700 Block of Sheffield Drive. Upon further investigation of the residence, it was discovered one of the occupants, Gabriel Osuna, 18 years, was on probation for possession of marijuana for sales. Santa Paula Officers conducted a probation search of Osuna and his residence and located over 3.5 pounds of Marijuana, over $4500 in cash, misc packaging and scales. Kenneth Clark #1070 |
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By Anonymous — Monday, June 14th, 2010
 Arnold Schwarzenegger California State Governor Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today released the following statement regarding the death of California Highway Patrol (CHP) Officer Thomas Coleman of Fontana, CA: “Officer Thomas Coleman committed his life to protecting the safety of the people of California. He was an outstanding officer who demonstrated his dedication and selflessness through his hard work in the line of duty. On behalf of all Californians, Maria and I extend our deepest sympathies to Thomas’ family and loved ones during this very difficult time.” Officer Coleman, 33, died June 11, as a result of fatal injuries sustained in a collision while responding to an emergency incident. Officer Coleman is survived by his wife, Jamie Jean Coleman; son Ryan Joseph Coleman, age two years old; daughter Shaylen Marie Coleman, age eleven months; mother Janice Womack; and sister Kathleen Pool. In honor of Officer Coleman, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff. |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Monday, June 14th, 2010
13000 Block of Canyonwood Court, Moorpark, CA
Ventura County Sheriff's Department At approximately 11:30 A.M., a male subject knocked on the door of a Mooorpark residence. When the resident did not answer the door, the subject tried to enter the home through a window. When Moorpark Police arrived in the area, the victim and a neighbor described three suspects, two of whom were seen running from the residence. While responding to the call, a Moorpark detective observed one of the suspects run across Tierra Rejada Road and climb a block wall into the Christian Barrett residential area. Deputies from the Moorpark Police Department conducted a door to door search of the residential area with the assistance of three K-9’s and an air unit. Through the use of Reverse 911 and the cooperation of neighbors and law enforcement personnel, all suspects were taken into custody. Date & Time/ RB#: Friday, June 11, 2010 11:30 A.M. RB# 10-14104 Unit Responsible: Moorpark Police (S)uspects, (V)ictims, (W)itnesses Address Age Officer Preparing Release: Senior Deputy Robert Berger #2468 Follow-up Contact: Senior Deputy Robert Berger #2468 (805) 532-2707 Date of Release: Friday, June 11, 2010 4:45 P.M Approved By: Captain Ron Nelson |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Friday, June 11th, 2010
the Largest Coordinated U.S. Law Enforcement Strike Against Mexican-based Drug Trafficking Organizations to date
Ventura County Sheriff's Department On Wednesday, June 9, 2010, narcotics officers from the Ventura County Combined Agency Team (VCAT) participated in Project Deliverance, a coordinated nationwide strike against Mexican-based drug trafficking organizations (DTOs) operating within the United States. These organizations bring violence and large quantities of dangerous drugs into our local communities. The early morning raids associated with Project Deliverance took place in several locations across the U.S., including in Ventura County. A total of 12 search warrants were served and 12 suspects were arrested at several locations in Ventura, Los Angeles, and Riverside counties. For this operation alone, the seizures included 28.2 pounds of heroin, 15 pounds of methamphetamine, three handguns, and several thousand dollars in cash. Additionally, six drug endangered children were taken into protective custody. VCAT’s involvement related to Mexican-based DTOs began with a street level investigation in December 2006. To date, the total amount of illicit drugs seized includes 620 pounds of heroin (a record amount) and 102 pounds of methamphetamine. The June 9th seizures are part of a larger ongoing VCAT operation that includes disrupting the heroin distribution ring associated with drug kingpin Jose Antonio Medina, also known as “Don Pepe.” Medina was recently arrested by Mexican officials on March 24 of this year. VCAT is a countywide grant-supported narcotics enforcement team that was established in 1999. It is currently comprised of members of the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department, Ventura County District Attorney’s Office, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Oxnard Police Department, and Simi Valley Police Department. VCAT also works closely with other state and federal agencies such as BNE (Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement), the FBI, and ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement). Location: Various Locations in Ventura, Los Angeles, and Riverside Counties Suspects Age City of Residence Officer Preparing Release: Captain Ross Bonfiglio, Sheriff’s PIO (805) 654-2417 |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Tuesday, June 8th, 2010
Location: 200 Block of Mobil Avenue, Camarillo
Ventura County Sheriff's Department On 6-7-2010, at approximately 6:30 p.m., Sheriff’s Dispatch received several 9-1-1 calls reporting 2-3 shots fired in the 200 block of Mobil Avenue in Camarillo. Witnesses reported seeing the suspect fire a handgun at an occupied vehicle that left the area. Deputies from the Camarillo Police Department responded and were on scene within a few minutes. In addition, several K9 units and the Sheriff’s Air Unit assisted as the suspect, still armed with a handgun, had fled the scene on foot. A short time later, the suspect was located in a drainage ditch and taken into custody a few blocks away. Deputies recovered a handgun along with shell casings that were located near where the initial call was reported. At this time, no injuries have been reported and the investigation is continuing. The suspect was booked at the Juvenile Justice Center in Oxnard on an assault with a deadly weapon charge. The Camarillo Police Department is asking anyone with information who may have witnessed this crime to contact either Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS (8477) or the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department at (805) 654-9511. Date & Time: June 7, 2010 @ 6:30 p.m. |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Tuesday, June 8th, 2010
Various Locations in the City of Moorpark
Ventura County Sheriff's Department The Moorpark Special Enforcement / Gang Unit has been conducting an ongoing investigation in reference to multiple graffiti vandalisms over the course of many months. The vandals used spray paint, markers, and etching tools to vandalize several areas throughout Moorpark, including Arroyo Vista Park, Poindexter Park, Flory School, and Moorpark High School. Possible suspects were identified and several probation searches were conducted on 6-04-2010 and 6-05-2010. Evidence linking the suspects to the graffiti vandalisms, which date back to 1-2-2009, was discovered. Four juveniles were arrested, three of which were lodged at Juvenile Hall. Based on evidence obtained during the probation searches, and interviews with the suspects, the Moorpark Special Enforcement / Gang Unit cleared 22 felony vandalism cases and five misdemeanor vandalism cases. The four juveniles were responsible for over $47,000 worth of damage to the city of Moorpark and various businesses. Unit Responsible: Moorpark Special Enforcement / Gang Unit |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Tuesday, June 8th, 2010
Ventura County Sheriff's Department On 6-4-2010, a School Resource Officer (SRO) assigned to Westlake High School received information that several students were possessing and selling Xanax, marijuana, cocaine and vicodin at the high school. The SRO conducted an intense investigation and discovered approximately eleven students were involved in the possession/sales of the aforementioned drugs. In addition, the SRO was able to identify an 18-year-old male who was responsible for selling some of the drugs to students at the high school. This 18-year-old suspect is not a student at Westlake High School. The SRO contacted Sheriff’s narcotic investigators who responded to the high school to assist in the investigation. A subsequent surveillance was conducted on the male suspect. A traffic stop was conducted on the suspect and approximately one quarter-pound of marijuana packaged for sale was located in the vehicle. A search warrant was obtained for the suspect’s residence in the 4100 block of Lemonberry Pl, Thousand Oaks. A sophisticated indoor marijuana grow operation was located in the suspect’s residence along with a rifle and ammunition. There were approximately 100 marijuana plants inside the suspect’s residence. The suspect admitted to selling marijuana and Xanax to some of the Westlake High School students who were interviewed earlier by the SRO. The suspect’s name was omitted due to the on-going investigation where additional arrests and seizures are expected. Location: Westlake High School, City of Thousand Oaks Officer Preparing Release: Sgt. Robert Thomas 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). |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Friday, June 4th, 2010
2000 Block of Creekwood Street, Thousand Oaks, CA
Ventura County Sheriff's Department On Thursday, May 27, 2010, deputies from the Thousand Oaks Police Department responded to a call of a child found in the family swimming pool, not breathing. Upon their arrival, they initiated emergency efforts to revive the child. The child was transferred to Los Robles ER by ambulance where he was placed on life support and then subsequently airlifted to Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara County. On Monday, May 31, 2010, the child succumbed to his injuries. As the summer approaches, the Thousand Oaks Police Department wants to send a reminder to be water safety conscious. Be aware of your surroundings near water and stay vigilant around those who are unable to swim. Date & Time/ RB#: May 27, 2010 4:30 PM / RB#10-12797 Officer Preparing Release: Sergeant B. Payton |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Friday, June 4th, 2010
 CHRISTOPHER ATKINSON Christopher Atkinson (age 23) was arrested outside of his Thousand Oaks apartment after a police investigation revealed Atkinson engaged in sexual activity with a 15 year-old female. Atkinson was a campus supervisor and baseball coach for Moorpark High School where he first began talking to the 15 year old female, who is a student at the school. He continued communicating with the student away from school through the Internet site, “MySpace.” Atkinson arranged to meet the girl outside of school hours and brought her to his residence in Thousand Oaks. There, he provided her alcohol and subsequently sexually assaulted her. Atkinson was new to working at the school and had only been employed there for a couple of months. Atkinson was arrested and booked for various sexual assault charges. Location: 799 St. Charles Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010
Ventura County Sheriff's Department An unidentified male subject, possibly Hispanic with a dark complexion and brown eyes, entered Log Cabin Liquor carrying a black small caliber semi-automatic handgun in his right hand. The suspect was wearing a blue baseball cap backwards, a dark blue or black bandana covering his face so only his eyes were visible, a gray sweatshirt, and dark blue jeans. The suspect demanded the money from the cash register drawer and cigarettes, which the clerk put in a plastic bag. The suspect demanded that everyone inside the store lie facedown on the floor and count to 100. A witness saw the suspect leave the store and remove the bandana from his face. The suspect possibly fled the area in a Gray Honda Pilot with a Hispanic female subject in the front passenger seat. Anyone with information regarding this crime is encouraged to call Detective Smith at (805) 654-2360 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers. Report Number (R.B. #): 10-12880 Ventura County Crime Stoppers will pay up to a $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 (805) 494-TALK (Thousand Oaks / Moorpark) or (805) 385-TALK (Camarillo / Oxnard / Port Hueneme / Ventura). |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Tuesday, June 1st, 2010
Ventura County Sheriff's Department Deputies with the Thousand Oaks Police Department arrested Alex Shahkaramian in connection with a commercial burglary at the CVS Pharmacy at 451 S. Reino Rd. At 10:49 pm on May 27, 2010, Deputies responded to an alarm call at the CVS Pharmacy. The alarm company advised there were multiple alarm activations within the store, mostly in the pharmacy area. The first Deputies on scene discovered the rear door to the CVS had been forced open. A perimeter was established around the CVS, and a Senior Deputy with the Ventura County Sheriff’s K-9 Unit was sent to the location. A team of Deputies, along with the Sheriff’s K-9, entered the front of the CVS to search for suspects. The Sheriff’s K-9 located Shahkaramian in the rear area of the store. Shahkaramian was bitten by the Sheriff’s K-9, but he and an accomplice were able to flee the business leaving out the rear door that had been forced open. Deputies outside the rear door of the business took Shahkaramian into custody after he jumped a fence into the drainage canal directly to the west of the business. Shahkaramian’s accomplice ran north toward Kimber Road, and was able to escape the perimeter by running through the backyard of a residence on South Fallbrook Avenue. A search of the surrounding area was conducted, but Shahkaramian’s accomplice was not located. It appeared that pharmaceuticals were the target of this burglary. The suspects brought a large trashcan into the store, similar in size to a curbside residential trashcan. That trashcan was filled with over-the-counter and prescription medications, as were two smaller containers that belonged to CVS. All three of the containers were left inside the store, near the rear door that had been forced open. Shahkaramian was booked at the Pre-Trial Detention Facility in Ventura on one count of commercial burglary and one count of resisting arrest. His bail has been set at $10,000.00. 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). Location: CVS Pharmacy 451 S. Reino Rd. Newbury Park, CA Officer Preparing Release: Det. Roger Kelley |
 Sheriff Brooks presenting resolution to Mike Powers with HCA staff present. Looking on at left are Senior Deputy Bill Meixner (wheelchair), Deputy Beau Rodriguez, and Undersheriff Mark Ball. Enlarge Photo By Anonymous — Tuesday, June 1st, 2010
On Friday, May 28th, Ventura County Sheriff Bob Brooks presented Mike Powers, Director of the Ventura County Health Care Agency (HCA), with a resolution for compassion, professionalism, and superior care. The care was provided by the Ventura County Medical Center (VCMC) to Deputies Beau Rodriguez and Bill Meixner after the serious traffic accident they were involved in on April 17, 2010 that left them both in critical condition. Both deputies are recovering extremely well and are no longer hospitalized. Senior Deputy Meixner, Deputy Rodriguez, and their families were all on hand for the presentation. Sheriff Brooks noted that not only was the quality of medical care outstanding, the accommodating manner of all the HCA staff was remarkable. The family members and numerous other visitors were always made to feel welcome. “The professional and competent atmosphere the staff created reassured everyone that the deputies were in excellent hands,” commented Sheriff Brooks. The Sheriff’s Department would like to thank the outstanding staff at the Ventura County Health Care Agency and the public for all of their ongoing support and concern. Date & Time: May 28, 2010 @ 9:30 am Officer Preparing Release: Captain Ross Bonfiglio (805) 654-2417 |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Friday, May 28th, 2010
Ventura County Sheriff's Department Investigators arrested an 18-year-old man Wednesday afternoon for conspiracy and residential burglary after linking him to a home burglary that took place in February 2010. Andrew Clarkson was arrested in Thousand Oaks during a traffic stop at California Lutheran University. Clarkson was identified as one of three suspects involved in the midday burglary, during which numerous items were stolen from the victim’s home, including jewelry and valuable electronics. Clarkson was booked at the East County Jail and remains in custody in lieu of $60,000.00 bail. He is scheduled to appear in Ventura County Superior Court on May 28, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. The investigation into other individuals involved in the burglary is ongoing. Location: 2600 block of Regina Avenue, Thousand Oaks, Ca. Officer Preparing Release: Detective Eric Buschow |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Friday, May 28th, 2010
Ventura County Sheriff's Department The Camarillo Police Department would like to remind all drivers that using a cell phone (without a hands-free device) while driving is a violation of law. Also, illegally tinted windows on vehicles and not wearing seatbelts are violations of the law as well. Deputies working at the Camarillo Station will be extra vigilant during the month of June, looking for the above violations in addition to other traffic violations beginning June 1st. Citations will be issued and drivers are urged not to violate these traffic laws as well as all other traffic laws. Location: City of Camarillo |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Friday, May 28th, 2010
Ventura County Sheriff's Department In order to provide a more timely exchange of information with residents in unincorporated areas of Eastern Ventura County, sheriff’s officials have created a virtual neighborhood watch network called East County Sheriff Watch. The program, which is modeled after the Thousand Oaks City Watch, is designed to target unincorporated neighborhoods, such as Oak Park, Bell Canyon, Lynn Ranch, Casa Conejo and Lake Sherwood. Residents can subscribe to the program by sending an e-mail to ecsheriff.watch@ventura.org. Participants will receive direct e-mail updates about criminal activity, crime trends, press releases and events that may be occurring in their neighborhoods. “This program allows for greater collaboration between the Sheriff’s Department and the many communities we serve,” said Captain Brent Kerr, who oversees patrol operations for the East County. “An important aspect of the program is the ability for residents to voice their concerns about criminal activity, traffic conditions, and other quality-of-life issues,” Kerr said. Anyone with questions about the program can contact Senior Deputy Eric Taylor at (805)494-8274. Location: Eastern Ventura County |
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By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 26th, 2010
 At 818 a.m., 600 Block of Boulder St., a 3-year old boy chased a ball into the street and was struck by a Honda Accord exiting out of a driveway. The child sustained serious injury and was airlifted by Sheriff Helicopter to Ventura County Memorial Community Hospital. Pictured is the child being carried to the helicopter. No further information on his condition at press time. Enlarge Photo |
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By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 26th, 2010
1117 pm hrs. - Santa Paula At Santa Paula's request, the sheriff copter was dispatched to assist in the search. Sergeant Schierman, Vaden, and Werre were the on scene supervisors. Initially the Santa Paula W/C requested their SRT Team and our SWAT team for a search for the suspects. Within 45 minutes, Santa Paula canceled their request for our SWAT Team. A dispatch reverse 911 call to the affected area in Santa Paula advising of the police activity. |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Wednesday, May 26th, 2010
Ventura County Sheriff's Department In light of ongoing residential and vehicular burglary trends, investigators with the Ventura County Sheriff Department’s Ojai Valley Station would like to remind the public of some very important security tips. Investigators remind the public to keep their personal belongings and valuables out of view in their vehicles. It is also important to keep vehicle windows closed and doors locked. In the Ojai Valley area, there has been a recent increase in the number of vehicle burglaries and thefts from vehicles. Often, the stolen items have been left in plain sight within the vehicle making them a prime target for thieves. There have also been several other reports of unlocked vehicles being targeted, rummaged through and items stolen. Another important reminder for citizens during the coming summer is to keep doors and windows secured when they are away from their residences. A recent trend of residential burglars is to target homes where it appears no one is home. If you intend on being out of town or on vacation, remember the following tips: 1. Secure your residence and make sure all doors and windows are locked. Location: Ojai Valley / Ventura County Officer Preparing Release: Detective Steve Michalec |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Tuesday, May 25th, 2010
Ventura County Sheriff's Department On 5-19-10 at about 1:30 p.m., Thousand Oaks patrol deputies responded to a call of a robbery that had just occurred in the 2800 block of North Moorpark Road in Thousand Oaks. Once deputies arrived, they learned that a male juvenile had approached two adults who were filling up their vehicle with gasoline. The juvenile simulated a handgun and demanded that the two adults give him their money. After taking the money from the two adults at the gas station, the juvenile went to a second location in the same area, and there contacted another male adult who was sitting in his vehicle. The juvenile again simulated a handgun and demanded money from that adult. After taking the money from the adult, the juvenile ran away. None of the victims were injured during the robberies. The male juvenile was later identified from a video surveillance recording, then located at his residence and taken into custody. The juvenile was subsequently booked and is currently being held at the Ventura County Juvenile Hall facility on three counts of 211 P.C.-Robbery. RB#: 10-12016 Location: 2800 Block of North Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, CA. Date & Time: May 19, 2010 / 1:30 p.m. Unit Responsible: Thousand Oaks Patrol & East County Detectives Suspect City of residence Age Officer Preparing Release: Detective Allen Devers Follow-up Contact: Detective Allen Devers (805) 494-8222 Date of Release: May 24, 2010 Approved By: Capt. Bruce Watlington |