Twenty-six year old gang member Anthony Beltran pled guilty to assault with a firearm and street terrorism yesterday in connection with a shooting that occurred last year in the unincorporated area of Saticoy.

On 10-15-2009, Sheriff’s units responded to a call of subjects shooting from a vehicle in the community of Saticoy. When units arrived, they were unable to locate any witnesses, victims, or physical evidence to show that a shooting had actually occurred.

Over the next few days, Sheriff’s gang investigators canvassed the neighborhood looking for anyone who might have seen or heard the shooting. Investigators were able to establish that a shooting had in fact been committed and located two uninjured victims.

Gang investigators were able to establish that around 6:45 P.M, the two victims went to 3 Amigo’s Market located at 1191 Alelia Ave., Saticoy. While at the market, they were approached by several gang members who asked the victims where they were from. During the confrontation, the victims were beaten and repeatedly told they were in the territory of the Saticoy gang. As the victims fled, they were shot at several times.

During the investigation, investigators searched several homes and known gang hangouts. They seized two shotguns, a rifle, and a handgun. They also recovered a spent bullet believed to have been fired at the victims.

Gang investigators were able to identify 26 year old Anthony Beltran and 16 year old Victor Hernandez as the suspects in the shooting. Investigators believed Hernandez shot at the victims at the direction of Beltran. During the first week in December, gang investigators arrested Beltran, Hernandez and a third suspect for the shooting.

On 12-4-2009, the District Attorney’s office filed adult criminal charges against 16 year old Hernandez and Anthony Beltran. Hernandez’ charges include attempted murder, shooting at an occupied vehicle, and street terrorism. Beltran’s charges include assault with a firearm, two counts of battery, and street terrorism.

On 8-10-2010, Beltran pled guilty to assault with a firearm and street terrorism. He is scheduled to be sentenced on 10-8-2010. He faces up to 18 years in prison.

Hernandez remains in custody for attempted murder. He is scheduled to start jury trial next month.

RB#:09-26019

Location: 1191 Alelia Ave, Saticoy

Date & Time: 8/10/2010

Unit Responsible: Sheriff’s Gang Unit

Suspects Charge City of Residence Age
Beltran, Anthony Attempted Murder Oxnard 26
Street Terrorism
Victor Hernandez Attempted Murder Saticoy 16
Street Terrorism

Officer Preparing Release: Sgt. Bill Schierman

Follow-up Contact: Sgt. Bill Schierman 654-2856

Date of Release: 8-11-2010