Case 16-54677 – The murder of Oscar Manuel Dominguez Jr. 

In May 2016 Oxnard Police Department Officers responded to the 900 block of Lodgewood Way regarding a stabbing victim.  Officers located Oscar Manuel Dominguez with at least one stab wound.  Emergency Services Personnel attended to Dominguez and transported Dominguez to the Ventura County Medical Center where he died as a result of his injuries.  Dominguez may have been involved in a fight with several subjects in the area of Lantana St and Gonzales Rd prior to being located in the 900 block of Lodgewood way.

If you have any information regarding the murder of Dominguez, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org

OPD Case 16-58944 – The murder of Noe Mosqueda Ordaz 

In June 2016 Oxnard Police Department Officers were dispatched to a call of a shooting victim in the 4800 block of Terrace Avenue.  Officers located Noe Mosqueda Ordaz inside a nearby residence. Ordaz suffered at least one gunshot wound. Ordaz was transported to the Ventura County Medical Center by ambulance. Unfortunately, Ordaz later succumbed to his injuries.

A dark colored sedan with dark rims was seen leaving the area at a high rate of speed after the shots were heard.

If you have any information regarding the murder of Ordaz, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org                                                          

OPD Case 16-59689 – The murder of Ramiro Pardo Delgado

In June 2016 Oxnard Police Department Officers responded to the 1700 block of S. E St regarding a shooting victim.  Officers arrived on scene and located Ramiro Pardo Delgado with at least one gunshot wound.  Emergency Services Personnel attended to Delgado and transported Delgado to the Ventura County Medical Center.  Delgado subsequently died as a result of his injuries. 

If you have any information regarding the murder of Delgado, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org                                                             

OPD Case 16-64913 – The murder of David Izai Garcia

In June 2016 Oxnard Police Department Officers responded to the 1300 block of S. C St regarding a shooting victim.  Officers located David Izai Garcia with multiple gunshot wounds and lying in the alley.  Emergency Services Personnel attended to Garcia, however Garcia ultimately died as a result of his injuries. 

If you have any information regarding the murder of Garcia, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or  coldcase@oxnardpd.org                                                           

OPD Case 16-67931 – The murder of Billy Scott Navarro

In July 2016 Oxnard Police Department Officers responded to the 300 block of W. Vineyard Ave regarding a possible trespass in one of the apartments.  Officers arrived on scene and searched the apartment.  Officers found Billy Scott Navarro deceased and lying on the floor from a gunshot wound.  Navarro was also the former resident of the apartment in which he was found.

If you have any information regarding the murder of Navarro, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or  coldcase@oxnardpd.org                                                           

OPD Case 15-7627 – The murder of Luis Ramirez Amaro 

In January 2015, Oxnard Police Department Officers were dispatched to a call of shots fired in the 200 block of Balsam Street.  Officers arrived on scene and were told that Luis Ramirez Amaro was transported by private vehicle to St John’s Regional Medical Center, then to the Ventura County Medical Center.  Detectives believe Amaro stood near his residence when he was confronted by an unknown suspect.  Witnesses recall hearing multiple gunshots being fired and a vehicle speeding away from the scene.  The vehicle was described as an older model, dark colored, foreign sedan.

If you have any information regarding the murder of Amaro, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org    

OPD Case 15-22942 – The murder of Michael Andrade

In February 2015, Oxnard Police Department Officers responded to a shots fired call in the 100 block of Eliza Ct.  Officers arrived and located two shooting victims.  One victim was transported to the Ventura County Medical Center.  The second victim was Michael Andrade.  Andrade was located near the front door of an unrelated address.  Andrade sustained a gunshot wound and died from his injuries.  Witnesses’ recall hearing multiple shots with suspects running away from the scene.

If you have any information regarding the murder of Andrade, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org   

OPD Case 15-76576 – The murder of Robert Paul Sarles

In July 2015, Oxnard Police Department Officers responded to a dead body call in the area of Lemonwood Park.  Officers arrived with the Oxnard Fire Department already on scene.  Officers saw the victim Robert Paul Sarles with at least one gunshot wound.  Sarles died as a result of his injuries.  Detectives learned Sarles was shot the night before.

If you have any information regarding the murder of Sarles, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org                                      

OPD Case 15-86621 – The murder of Bryan Ramirez

In August 2015 Oxnard Police Department Officers responded to a person hit by a vehicle in the 300 block of N. G St.  Offers located 18 year old Bryan Ramirez lying on the street with significant injuries when they arrived on scene.  A gray colored sedan was seen leaving the scene after Ramirez was found on the road.  Ramirez was transported by ambulance to the Ventura County Medical Center.  Ramirez ultimately died as a result of his injuries.

 If you have any information regarding the murder of Ramirez, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org

OPD Case 14-18306 - The murder of Daniel Herrera Navarro

In February 2014, Oxnard Police Officers responded to a call of shots fired in the 300 block of Canterbury Way.  The officers located Daniel Herrera Navarro with multiple gunshot wounds when they arrived on scene.  Navarro died as a result of his injuries.  Officers believed Navarro was riding a bicycle prior to the shooting. 

If you have any information regarding the murder of Navarro, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org

OPD Case 14-32581 - The murder of Gerardo Basillio Cahuantzi

In April 2014, Oxnard Police Officers responded to a call of shots fired in the 1000 block of W. Gonzales Rd.  Officers arrived on scene and located Gerardo Basillio Cahuantzi in the alley.  Cahuantzi appeared to have suffered several gunshot wounds and died as a result of his injuries.  

If you have any information regarding the murder of Cahuantzi, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org

OPD Case 14-40217 - The murder of Ruben Leon Alfaro

In April 2014, Oxnard Police Officers responded to a possible gunshot victim in the 5300 block of Cypress Rd.  Officers arrived on scene and located 78 year old Ruben Leon Alfaro inside a vehicle.  Alfaro had a gunshot wound and died as a result of his injuries. 

If you have any information regarding the murder of Alfaro, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org

OPD Case 14-91945 - The murder of Martin Jonhathan Guillen

In September 2014, Oxnard Police Officers responded to a possible shooting victim in the 4600 block of Cloyne St.  Officers arrived on scene and located Martin Jonathan Guillen suffering from a gunshot wound and died as a result of his injuries.  Detectives learned a subject was last seen running from the immediate area after a shot was heard. 

If you have any information regarding the murder of Guillen, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org

OPD Case 14-117637 – The murder of Labh Nigah

In November 2014, Oxnard Police Officers responded to a possible battery victim located at Sierra Linda Park.  The Oxnard Fire Department and Gold Coast Paramedics arrived on scene prior to Oxnard Police Officers.  Labh Nigah was located with multiple stab wounds and as a result died of his injuries.  Witnesses’ say a male subject was seen leaving the area on foot.  Two suspect composite sketches were obtained in this case.  (Refer to the Cold Case Wanted Persons tab above to view the sketches).

If you have any information regarding the murder of Nigah, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org

OPD Case 14-121914 – The murder of Alberto Ramirez

In November 2014, Officers responded to the 500 block of Cooper Rd regarding a possible stabbing victim.  Officers arrived on scene and located Alberto Ramirez with at least one stab wound.  Emergency Services Personnel attended to Ramirez for several minutes but he ultimately died as a result of his injuries.

If you have any information regarding the murder of Ramirez, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org

OPD Case 14-129613 – The murder of David Lara

In December 2014, Oxnard Police Department Officers responded to the 1200    block of Felicia Ct regarding a shots fired and subject down call for service.  Officers arrived on scene and located David Lara lying on the street with at least one gunshot wound.  Emergency Services Personnel attended to Lara for several minutes but Lara died as a result of his injuries.

If you have any information regarding the murder Lara, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org

OPD Case 13-4982- The murder of Pamela Sue Silva

In March 2013, Oxnard Police officers responded to a female subject laying on the ground in the west alley of the 1300 block of South E Street.  Officers found that the victim, Pamela Sue Silva, was deceased.  Detectives learned that Silva was a transient in the area and she frequented the downtown area of Oxnard.  Detectives learned that Silva had been seen in the area of the 1200 block of Saviers Road in the hours prior to her murder.  An autopsy revealed that Silva died as a result of being strangled. 

If you have any information regarding Pamela's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 13-65827 - The murder of Jose Gutierrez Dominguez

In November 2013, Oxnard Police officers responded to a call of multiple shooting victims in the 900 block of South H Street.  Officers located three victims, one of which was Jose Gutierrez Dominguez.  Dominguez succumbed to his injuries and died.  Dominguez and the other victims had been cooking in the front yard of a residence just prior to the shooting.  Witnesses saw two males running from the area of the shooting immediately after the gunfire.

If you have any information regarding Jose's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD Case 13-67708 - The murder of Ricardo Silva

In November 2013, Ricardo Silva was shot and killed in the area of McKinley Avenue and Colonia Road.   Two males were seen running from the area where Silva was shot. 

If you have any information regarding Ricardo's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD Case 13-18092 - The murder of Javier Garcia Reyes

In September 2013, Javier "Pepe" Reyes was shot and killed in the area of Napoleon Avenue and Alexander Street. Reyes had just celebrated his 18th birthday earlier that evening with his family by going out to dinner.  After dinner, he and a friend were walking on the street, when they were confronted by a group in individuals. A shooting occurred and Reyes was killed.  

If you have any information regarding Javier's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 12-19587- The murder of  Carlos Alberto Gonzalez

In September 2011,  Oxnard Police officers responded to the area of the alley of 300 block of Cuesta del Mar for a shots fired call.  Officers located two deceased males, who were seated on a couch.  They also located a third victim, who also suffered a gunshot wound.  The two males were identified as Carlos Gonzalez and Steven Carrillo.  Detectives learned that the three victims had been seated on the couch in the alley drinking alcohol when two suspects approached them.  The suspects confronted the three victims and opened fire on them.  The suspects fled on foot.    

If you have any information regarding Carlos' murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 12-19587- The murder of  Steven Cerrillo

In September 2011,  Oxnard Police officers responded to the area of the alley of 300 block of Cuesta del Mar for a shots fired call.  Officers located two deceased males, who were seated on a couch.  They also located a third victim, who also suffered a gunshot wound.  The two males were identified as Carlos Gonzalez and Steven Carrillo.  Detectives learned that the three victims had been seated on the couch in the alley drinking alcohol when two suspects approached them.  The suspects confronted the three victims and opened fire on them.  The suspects fled on foot.      

If you have any information regarding Steven's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 12-17087 - The murder of Ira Joe McLaughlin IV

In August 2012, 25-year old Ira Joseph McLaughlin was found on South "J" Street north of Hemlock Street. A witness saw four individuals get out of a car and began to fight with McLaughlin. One of the four individuals fired one shot, which struck McLaughlin's upper body killing him. McLaughlin was a Army veteran, who served overseas in combat areas.  He was loved by friends and family. 

If you have any information regarding Ira's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD  Case 10-18542 - The murder of Rudy Rivas

On August 29, 2010, Rudy was murdered in broad daylight. He, along with two people, decided to go to Mr. Kwik's Liquor store to make a purchase. Once there, Rudy was the only person to exit the car and go into the store. A car with a female driver and three males drove up. The males exited their car and pulled Rudys friend out of the car and began to assault him. When Rudy saw what was happening, he came out of the store to help his friend. One of the suspects then pulled out a gun and shot Rudy.  

Rudy was born in Ventura and raised in Oxnard.  He was the youngest of four children, and the only boy. Rudy brought so much happiness to his family. Rudy was good with his hands. His passion was fixing up cars. At times, he had several old cars waiting to be restored. He had a big part in the raising of his nieces and nephews. He wasn't selfish and was often described as a humble person by his friends. Rudy's long term plans were to open up a body shop and employ his friends.

If you have any information regarding Rudy Rivas' murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 10-10187- The murder of  Salvador Rivera

In May 2010,  Oxnard Police officers responded to the area of Yucca St. and Cloyne St. regarding a shooting victim.  They located 18-year old Salvador Rivera laying in the street suffering from a gunshot wound.  Ambulance personnel responded and pronounced him deceased.  Detectives learned that just prior to the shooting, Rivera was inside a vehicle with several other persons.  This vehicle passed a group of males, who were standing in front of a residence.  Words were exchanged between the two groups, which lead to a fight.  During the fight, a shooting occurred and Rivera was hit.    

If you have any information regarding Salvador's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 10-05578- The murder of  David Cameron Gonzales

In March 2010, 32-year old David Gonzales and some friends had been drinking at the Old Dublin bar, located in the 1900 block of South Victoria Ave.  After leaving the bar they attended a house party in the area of Bottlebrush Pl. and South K St.  While in the front of the house, the group was confronted by another group of males.  A fist fight began.  David and several of his friends were stabbed.  The suspects fled the area.  David was transported to a nearby Oxnard Fire Station in search of medical treatment.  David died at the fire station.    

If you have any information regarding David's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 10-02207 - The murder of Vicente Arzate 

In January 2010, 16-year old Vicente Arzate’s body was found inside of a residence by officers responding to a call in the 700 block of Rialto Street. Vicente had suffered a fatal gunshot wound. While on scene, the officers discovered that two other victims had also been shot, but they were transported to the hospital.  They survived their wounds. The three victims had been standing in front of the entryway at a house party when several gunshots were fired through the door. Vicente was a resident of Camarillo. 

If you have any information regarding Vicente’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD Case 09-15230- The murder of  Melissa Rodriguez

In July 2009, Oxnard Police officers were dispatched to the 2300 block of Ironbark Court regarding a traffic collision.  When officers arrived, they found a single vehicle collision into a tree.  They located 19-year old Melissa Rodriguez in the driver's seat, and Rodriguez's cousin seated in the passenger seat.  As officers treated Rodriguez they saw that she had suffered a gunshot wound to the head.   Rodriguez died as a result of her injury.  Detectives learned that Rodriguez and her boyfriend had been involved in a physical fight moments before she drove away.  It appeared as of someone shot at Rodriguez's vehicle while she drove down the street.    

If you have any information regarding Melissa's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 09-01003 - The murder of Michael Carrillo

 In January 2009, Oxnard police officers responded to a call of shots fired in the 400 block of Gloria Court. When they arrived, they discovered the body of 18 year old Michael Carrillo lying in a parking lot. He was pronounced dead at the scene.  

 If you have any information regarding Michael's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 08-29704 - The murder of Jovany Cahuantzi

In November 2008, 19-year old Jovany Cahuantzi heard whistling outside of his residence on Borrego Way so he went outside to see where the sound was coming from. Witnesses inside of the house heard several gunshots and rushed outside to find Cahuantzi suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the chest.        

 Jovany Cahuantzi was nice and well-liked by family members and friends. He previously worked as a contractor for a satellite television company.

If you have any information regarding Jovany’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 08-27058- The murder of  Victor Navarro

In October 2008, An Oxnard Police officer was in the area of the the St. Mary's Dr. when he heard gunshots.  The officer conducted a search of the area to find the source of the gunshots.  The officer located two gunshot victims in the 100 block of Stanford Ave.   33-year old Victor Navarro was found to have multiple gunshot wounds and was unresponsive.  The second victim had been shot one time, but was conscious.  Navarro was transported to the hospital, where he died as a result of his injuries.  The second victim was also treated for his wound, and he survived.  Detectives leaned that both men had been seated inside a large pick-up truck at the time of the shooting.  The surviving victim was not forthcoming with detectives about the shooting.  Victor left behind a 6-year old daughter, who he loved very much.   

If you have any information regarding Victor's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 08-17976 - The murder of David Ruelas 

In July 2008, Oxnard Police Department officers responded to the 900 block of South "H" Street, where they found 29-year old David Ruelas lying in the roadway.  Ruelas had been stabbed multiple times.  Ruelas was transported to the hospital, where he died from his injuries.  A second subject was also stabbed in this incident, but his wounds were not life threatening.  

If you have any information regarding David's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at(805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD Case 08-11439- The murder of  Christobal Flores

In May 2008, Oxnard Police officers responded to a shooting victim in the 2400 block of El Dorado Ave.  Officers found the victim, 21-year old Christobal Flores, laying on the ground near an apartment building.  Flores was found to have been shot, and was pronounced deceased.  Detectives learned that Flores and another person were standing in the alley to the rear of the apartment buildings, when a white colored vehicle drove by.  This vehicle was occupied by several individuals.  There was a confrontation between Flores and the occupants of the vehicle.  Gunshots were heard in the area, and Flores was found shot by his friend.         

If you have any information regarding Christobal's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 08-06825- The murder of  Armando Castro

In March 2008, Oxnard Police officers responded to the 1000 block of Lodgewood Way regarding an assault victim.  Officers located 39-year old Armando Castro laying in the driveway of a home.  Castro was transported to the hospital, where he later died. Detectives learned that there had been a fight involving several subjects at the Circle K market, located near Lodgewood Way.  Castro may have been involved in this fight.       

If you have any information regarding Armando's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 07-28721- The murder of  Barry Franklin 

In November 2007, Oxnard firefighters and ambulance personnel responded to the 2100 block of Curren St. regarding a fall victim.  The medical personnel located 48-year old Franklin Barry and learn that he had been stabbed.  Barry was transported to the hospital, where he died as a result of his injuries.        

If you have any information regarding Barry's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 07-20227 - The murder of Christian Garcia

In August 2007, Oxnard Police Department officers responded to a call of a shooting victim in the 2000 block of Napoleon Avenue. Upon the officers arrival they located the victim, identified as 18 year old Christian Garcia of Oxnard.   Garcia had suffered a gunshot wound. Garcia was transported to Saint Johns Regional Medical Center where he later died from his injuries.

Detectives were told that Garcia was standing alone in the front yard of his residence when he was shot. 

Christian Garcia was the youngest of four children -and that's exactly how he lived his life, a child at heart. He was a huge fan of music, he loved to perform as DJ at friend's and family's get-togethers. Thoughtful and caring, he would do just about anything for anybody; no favor was too big or small. Christian was the father to 2 month old Kristle Garcia and his wedding date was set for September 12th, 2007. 

If you have any information regarding Christian's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at(805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD Case 07-08947- The murder of  Jose Erik Esqueda

In April 2007, Jose Esqueda, his wife, and his 3-year old child, were inside their residence, located in the 2400 block of East Pleasant Valley Rd., when they heard a banging noise on this side of their house.  A few seconds later, they heard a noise and Jose opened the door to investigate.  Upon opening the door, Jose was shot, and he staggered back into the house.  Jose was transported to the hospital, where he later died.       

If you have any information regarding Jose's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 06-06785 - The murder of  Carlos Prado

In March 2006, 19-year old Carlos Andres Prado was found murdered on the sidewalk of the 3400 block of Jackson Street. There were two bicycles found in the roadway a few feet from Prado's body. Carlos was a resident of Ventura County for more than 17 years. He attended Richard Bard Elementary School, E.O. Green Junior High School and Hueneme High School. Carlos had plans to join the Marines.  For his family, his murder has been a constant reminder of his life cut short too soon and of all the dreams he never had a chance to realize.  To this day his family continues constant communication with detectives in hopes that justice will soon be served.  Carlos was beloved by his family and friends, his death has left an empty space in the hearts of all who love him, an empty space that can never be filled.  

If you have any information regarding Carlos' murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 05-34376- The murder of  Ralph Delacerda

In December 2005, Officers located 55-year old Ralph Delacerda laying in the roadway in the area of the 900 block of West Ninth St.  Delacerda had been shot and killed.  Witnesses reported hearing several gunshots in the area prior to Officers finding Delacerda.  Prior to being killed, Delacerda had been at a family member's residence in the 1100 block of West Cedar St.    

If you have any information regarding Ralph's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 05-30199- The murder of  Gerardo Gomez

In November 2005, 53-year old Gerardo Gomez, was inside the Sunrise Donut shop, in the 1200 block of S. Oxnard Blvd.  He had just purchased his morning donut and coffee.  Two masked gunmen entered the store and committed a robbery.  Gomez tried to calm the situation.  One of the robbers shot and killed Gomez.  

Gerardo Gomez was a hard working, family man.  He left behind a wonderful family that morns his death.  The Gomez family maintains contact with investigating detectives and hopes to one day have closure on this case.    

If you have any information regarding Gerardo’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 05-27704 - The murder of Simon Aristigue

In October 2005, 30 year old resident Simon Aristegui was shot in the 700 block of West Robert Avenue.  Nearby officers heard the gunshots and immediately responded to the area to investigate.  The officers located Aristegui, who was conscious.  Aristegui was transported to the hospital, where he later died as a result of his injuries.  Witnesses reported that Arstegui was involved in a verbal argument with a known subject which took place in the S. alley of the 700 block of W. Robert Ave just prior to the shooting. 

If you have any information regarding Simon's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at(805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD Case 05-00002- The murder of  Ronnie Perez

In January 2005, 45-year old Ronnie Perez was walking on the sidewalk of South “G” street with his wife. It was about a half hour after midnight and they were on their way to a neighbor’s house to tell them Happy New Year. While they were walking, a car approached the couple and shot Perez in the head. Perez died at the hospital.  

If you have any information regarding Ronnie’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 04-37183 - The murder of Adrian Burton 

In December 2004, Oxnard Police officers responded to the area of the 600 block of West Channel Islands Blvd. in response to a call of a shooting victim.  The officers located 33-year old Adrian Burton laying face down on the ground.  The officers provided CPR to Adrian, and he was transported to the hospital.  Burton died at the hospital.  Detectives learned that Burton had been standing on the parking area when a silver or grey colored compact vehicle approached him.  It is believed that the shooter was inside of this vehicle.   

 If you have any information regarding Adrian's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 04-33715 - The murder of Gonzalo Romero 

In November 2004, Oxnard Police officers responded to the 200 block of North McKinley Ave. regarding a call of gunshots in the area.  Officers found 28-year old Gonzalo Romero suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.  Romero was transported to the hospital, where he later died.  The preliminary investigation showed that Romero had been walking on the sidewalk when he was confronted by several assailants.  A fight began, and Gonzalo was shot.  

 If you have any information regarding Gonzalo's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 04-31722 - The murder of Jose Ascension Perez 

In November 2004,  Oxnard Police officers responded to Hueneme High School in response to a stabbing victim.  Officers located 18-year old Jose Perez and transported him to the hospital, were he died.  This stabbing took place on the campus of the high school.

 If you have any information regarding Jose's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 04-27112 - The murder of Oscar Ponce 

In September 2004, Oxnard Police officers were dispatched to a shooting victim in the east alley of the 3000 block of South G St.  Officers located a shooting victim, 33-year old Oscar Ponce.  Prior to the shooting, Oscar had been seen in the company of a female, who resided in that neighborhood.     

 If you have any information regarding Oscar's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 04-20149 - The murder of Juan Martinez 

In July 2004, 22-year old Juan Martinez was shot and killed in the trailer park, located at 250 East Pleasant Valley Rd.  Martinez had just returned to the trailer park from a family party in Camarillo.  

 If you have any information regarding Juan's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 04-15915 - The murder of Anthony Palomares

In May 2004, officers received a call of shots fired in the 400 block of West Hemlock Street. When they arrived on scene, they noticed through a window that a male was lying on a sofa inside the house. He was unresponsive to their contact efforts and appeared to have a gunshot wound. Once officers forced entry into the house, 45-year old Anthony Palomares was transported to Saint John’s Regional Medical Center where he later passed away. He was home alone at the time of the shooting. 

 Anthony grew up in Ventura County and enjoyed listening to music. He loved spending time with his daughter and is missed by many family members and friends. 

 If you have any information regarding Anthony’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 04-15154 - The murder of Jose Rivera

On May 22, 2004, officers responded to the 200 block of East Fifth Street and found 27-year old Jose Rivera lying face down on the sidewalk. He had been shot multiple times and was pronounced dead at the scene. His shirt had been torn open and a set of keys sat near his body. People at Jose’s home revealed to officers that Jose had left to get something to eat, and that he intended to return home directly after. 

 If you have any information regarding Jose’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 04-07174 - The murder of Daniel Hernandez 

In March 2004, 28-year old Daniel Hernandez was shot multiple times as he exited a liquor store in a strip mall near the intersection of Victoria Ave. and Hemlock St.   Prior to his murder, Hernandez had been at Champs Bar, which was also located in the same strip mall.  The suspect(s) may be associated with a dark green Toyota 4-Runner SUV.  

 If you have any information regarding Daniel's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 04-06518 - The murder of Jeffrey Haerterich

In March 2004, Oxnard Police officers responded to the 700 block of Driffill Blvd. regarding a shots fired call.  An additional call was received of a shooting victim located in the alleyway to the rear of a nearby mobile home park.  Officers located 34-year old Jeffrey Haerterich in the alley.  Haerterich was pronounced deceased.  Haerterich was a transient that had been staying in this area.  

 If you have any information regarding Jeffrey's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 03-32061- The murder of Jorge Martinez 

In November 2003, officers responded to the 400 block of North Roosevelt Avenue and found  36-year old Jorge Martinez lying on the sidewalk. It was determined that he died of blunt force trauma to the head. Jorge and his wife had been attending a party for a friend’s daughter at a house on that block. He left before his wife, in the company of three males and two females.  A witness saw the three males kicking Jorge on the ground while the two females watched. Jorge left behind two stepchildren. He was a butcher and a former bodybuilder who once competed for Mr. Mexico.  

If you have any information regarding Jorge’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

 OPD Case 03-31556 - The murder of Alberto Montecinos Lopez

In November 2003, police were called to a report of shots fired on N McKinley Av. Upon arrival, police discovered the body of 27-year old Alberto Lopez lying on the driveway of a residence. He was pronounced dead on the scene, having suffered from multiple gunshot wounds to the chest. Lopez lived in one of three buildings with other field workers on the back of the property where he was found.

If you have any information regarding Alberto’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 03-24044 - The murder of Augustine Medina 

In September 2003, a surprise birthday party was being held in the 2100 block of Walden Avenue. A group of four men entered the backyard where the party was being held. One of the suspects was armed and approached 20-year old Augustine Medina.  An conversation occurred and the man immediately shot him. He then continued to fire at other party-goers in the immediate area. Augustine died at the scene. 19-year old Gilbert Hernandez was also shot and transported to the hospital, where he later passed away. Five other victims were wounded and taken to the hospital, but were later released. 

At the time of his death, Augustine was attending Ventura College and enjoyed being active and spending time with his family. Augustine was loved by many family members and friends. 

 If you have any information regarding Augustine’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD Case 03-13899 - The murder of Ralph Ismael Delacerda

 In May 2003, 29-year old Ralph Ismael Delacerda was shot and killed while attending a small party in the 4900 block of Terrace Avenue over Memorial Day weekend. The party guests heard shots fired and ran into the backyard to find that Ralph and David Anthony Zuniga were both shot. Ralph was transported to the hospital where he died shortly after. 

 If you have any information regarding Ralph’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 03-13899 - The murder of David Anthony Zuniga

 In May 2003, 36- year old David Anthony Zuniga was shot and killed while attending a small party in the 4900 block of Terrace Avenue over Memorial Day weekend. The party guests heard shots fired and ran into the backyard to find that David and Ralph Ismael Delacerda were both shot. David died on the scene. David was a resident of Oxnard and had lived in Ventura County his whole life. 

 If you have any information regarding David’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 03-08637 - The murder of Daniel Omar Leon 

In April 2003, 22-year old Daniel Leon Omar was visiting his girlfriend in the 1000 block of Hull Place. The two were standing outside talking when a subject, described as a Hispanic male in his teens, walked up to them and asked Daniel where he was from. The subject then produced a handgun and fired a shot at the victim before running from the area. Daniel was transported to the hospital where he passed away two days later.

At the time of his death, Daniel had a 4-year old daughter, and he had recently relocated from Oxnard to Santa Paula. He was a Ventura County resident for his whole life. Daniel was loved by many family members and friends.    

If you have any information regarding Daniel’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 03-05673 - The murder of Jesse Cardenas

On March 2, 2003, Oxnard officers responded to a call of shots fired in the 600 block of East Second Street.  Upon their arrival, officers located the body of Jesse Cardenas.  Witnesses heard yelling while the shots were being fired.  The suspect(s) fled in a vehicle.

If you have any information regarding Jesse's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at 805-385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org .    

OPD Case 02-29403 - The murder of  Steven Miinster

In November 2002, 15-year old Steven Miinster, a developmentally disabled teen, was shot and killed within feet of the front door to his residence, located in the 200 block of Bryce Canyon Avenue. A preliminary investigation revealed that Miinster was inside of his home shortly before his murder. He reportedly received a telephone call from an unknown female that asked him to meet her outside. Miinster left his home and walked a few feet around the corner where he was shot. Miinster was not associated with any gangs and had attended Hueneme High School.

If you have any information regarding Steven's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 02-13861 - The murder of Javier Marquez

In May 2002, 16-year old Javier Marquez was driving in a vehicle with some passengers in the south end of Oxnard.  Marquez became involved in a road rage incident with another vehicle.  This resulted in a vehicle collision, but both vehicles continued driving.  The vehicles separated.  A short time later Marquez was the passenger in a different vehicle.  They happened to run into the occupants from the second vehicle from the earlier road rage incident.  Marquez exited his vehicle and a male exited the second vehicle.  The two men fought in the street.  Marquez was stabbed during the fight.  Marquez was transported to the hospital, but died from his injuries.   

If you have any information regarding Javier's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 02-08054 - The murder of Isaac Hughes

In March 2002, Isaac Hughes, a mentally challenged 61-year old man, was shot and killed through his bedroom window in the early hours of the morning. Relatives living with him in the house on the 1800 block of Ferrara Way woke up to the sound of glass breaking and found that a fire had started in the kitchen as a result of a “Molotov Cocktail” that had been thrown through the window. In effort to get everyone out of the house, one of Isaac’s relatives went to his bedroom and that’s when they noticed that he was unresponsive and had been shot.

 Isaac was a man with a sweet disposition that loved to listen to gospel music and enjoyed attending Church service every Sunday.

 If you have any information regarding Isaac’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 01-27974 - The murder of Ralph Jr. McLaughlin

 In November 2001, witnesses saw a white pickup truck pull up in front of an apartment complex on South “C” Street and heard the passengers arguing. They witnessed a male passenger get pushed out of the vehicle and saw the car drive off. The man that was forced out of the car was later identified as 38-year old Ralph McLaughlin. When police arrived at the scene, they found McLaughlin suffering from a stab wound to the chest and heard him say that “Rudy done me wrong.” McLaughlin was transported to the hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. 

 If you have any information regarding Ralph’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 01-19619 - The murder of Israel Mendez

 In August 2001, 20-year old Israel Mendez was shot  while riding his bike home from his work at Quizno’s. He was shot on South “G” Street in front of an apartment complex that was close to the one that he lived.  At the time he lived with mother and younger brother, Juan.  Israel was a resident of Oxnard and had been stabbed the year prior to his death.

 If you have any information regarding Israel’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 00-27684 - The murder of Raymond Caballero

In November 2000, police officers responded to a call of a suspected hit and run after a car crashed into a fence and hit a parked car, slamming it into the side of a house. When officers arrived on East 1st Street though, they found the body of 22-year old Raymond Caballero in the driver’s seat with a gunshot wound to his chest. It was determined that Caballero was shot through the closed driver’s side window.

 At the time of his death, Caballero had two young children.  

If you have any information regarding Raymond’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 99-27634 - The murder of Gilberto Gutierrez Aviles

In October 1999, a patrol officer was investigating what he initially thought may be a car accident due to finding a car fender on the side of the road when he found the body of 36-year old Gilberto Aviles. The officer found the body lying face down next to the wall of a water treatment plant near the US 101 North on-ramp along E. Ventura Blvd. and Del Norte Blvd. Aviles suffered from multiple gunshots to the chest. Robbery did not seem to be a motive in Aviles’s murder. 

 Aviles lived in Tustin, CA and was a father to three children ages 14, 12, and 10 at the time of his death.

 If you have any information regarding Gilberto’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 98-19695 - The murder of Enrique Hernandez

In August 1998,  20-year old Enrique Hernandez and a group of his friends became involved in a fight with another group of males.  This fight occurred near the area of Cuesta del Mar and Roland Way.  During the fight Hernandez sustained a stab wound, which later killed him.  Both groups fled the area, leaving Hernandez at the scene.  

If you have any information regarding Enrique's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 98-15415 - The murder of Dondre Baker

In June 1998,  21-year old Dondre Baker and his girlfriend were seated in a vehicle, which was parked in the 400 block of Helena Way.  Two Hispanic males approached the couple and confronted Baker.  One of the males shot Baker.  Both males ran away.  Baker died as a result of the shooting.  

If you have any information regarding Dondre's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 98-10287 - The murder of Richard Hernandez

In April 1998,  30-year old Richard Hernandez was shot and killed in a parking lot in the 2500 block of Saviers Rd.  Witnesses saw one suspect point a gun at Richard, shoot, than run away.  A second suspect watched the shooting and fled with the shooter.   

If you have any information regarding Richard's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 98-07350 - The murder of Ruben Ambriz

In March 1998, officers received calls of gunshots fired near Bryce Canyon Avenue and Saviers Road. While searching the area, officers received an additional call about a gunshot victim at St. John’s Hospital. Once at the hospital, officers found 19-year old Ruben Ambriz in critical condition.  He later passed away. The cause of death was a single gunshot wound to the head. The shooting occurred while Ruben was driving down the street in the 100 block of Bryce Canyon Avenue.  

 If you have any information regarding Ruben’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 98-07231 - The murder of Lauro Gonzales

In March 1998, Oxnard Police officers were dispatched to the 300 block of Cooper Rd. regarding a dead body.  Officers arrived at a home and entered.  In a bedroom the officers located the victim, 39-year old Lauro Gonzalez.  Gonzalez had been shot and was pronounced deceased.    

If you have any information regarding Lauro's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 98-02822 - The murder of Genaro Jimenez

In February 1998, 17-year old Genaro Jimenez was riding his bike along  Driskill Street when two vehicles approached him. One person from each of the vehicles got out and came up to Jimenez, starting a fight. During the fight, the two suspects stabbed Jimenez, returned to their cars and fled. Jimenez was transported to the hospital where he was pronounced dead. 

 Genaro Jimenez was from Oxnard and his friends described him as someone who worked hard in school and liked to make people laugh.

If you have any information regarding Genaro’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 97-27890 - The murder of Felipe Flores

In November 1997,  Oxnard Police Officers were dispatched to a fight at the Texaco gas station, located in the 3000 block of Santa Clara Ave.  Officers located victim, Felipe Flores.  Flores had suffered a stab wound, so he was transported to the hospital, where he later died.  It was later determined that Flores died as a result of a stab wound.  Witnesses described a large fight occurring, and that the involved parties had been associated with two different cars.      

If you have any information regarding Felipe's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 96-27845 - The murder of Gabriel Cortez 

In December 1996, 24-year old Gabriel Cortez, 26-year Frank Cortez, and both of their girlfriends went to El Taco De Mexico on E. 5th St. While waiting for their food, Gabriel and Frank got into an altercation with three males. This led to the shooting of both Gabriel and Frank, leaving Gabriel dead and Frank wounded.

If you have any information regarding Gabriel’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 96-05170 - The murder of Daniel Garcia Lara

In March 1996, 18-year old Daniel Garcia Lara was shot and killed at the Elks Lodge in the 800 block of South A St.  Lara had just left a quinceanera when he was killed.  Investigators learned that the shooter was accompanied by two other individuals.   Lara was not a gang member, but investigators at the time believed that the suspects were involved in gangs. 

At the time of the murder, Oxnard Police Detective Sergeant Cliff Troy said, "I believe in my heart this is a solvable case.  We need the right people to come forward and talk to us." 

Lara had just graduated from Hueneme High School, and was the first person in his family to do so.  He was enrolled at Ventura College and was studying Criminology.  His ultimate goal was to become a police officer.  Lara's friends described him as a hard-working college student, who volunteered and trained as a amateur boxer.  He also had a part-time job working for the City of Port Hueneme.     

If you have any information regarding Daniel's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 95-23972 - The murder of Sergio Sanchez

In September 1995, 25-year old Sergio Sanchez was talking with some friends in an alley in the 400 block of N. Anita Av. when a car pulled up and parked around the corner. The occupants got out of their car and approached Sanchez and his friends. The occupants of the car then fatally shot Sanchez in the head and injured one of his friends by shooting him in the foot. 

If you have any information regarding Sergio’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 95-23837 - The murder of Martin Banuelos

In September 1995, 16-year old Martin Banuelos went over to a friend’s house on Kennedy Pl. While outside the residence, witnesses saw  Banuelos talking with a group of three or four males in a car that had pulled up. Banuelos then went inside the house to meet his friends when another car pulled up and the males inside yelled for him to come back. When Banuelos came back outside, witnesses heard six shots being fired and found Banuelos lying in front of the house suffering from a fatal gunshot wound to the chest.

Banuelos went to Channel Islands High School and was in the 11th grade. He liked to listen to music and hoped to one day become a mechanic.  

If you have any information regarding Martin’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD Case 95-04765 - The murder of Jose Luis Gutierrez

In February 1995, the police received a call of shots fired from N. Roosevelt Avenue and when they arrived on scene, they discovered the body of 35-year old Jose Luis Gutierrez, AKA Reynaldo “Reyna” Sandoval, lying on the sidewalk in front of his house. Sandoval suffered from multiple gunshot wounds to the head and chest. 

 Gutierrez was a known transgender and had lived in La Colonia for a long time. People that knew him said that he was friendly and a good person.  

If you have any information regarding Jose’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 95-02540 - The murder of Manuel Martinez

In February 1995, 33-year old Manuel Martinez was in his carport, moving furniture from his van into his new apartment on Cuesta Del Mar, when two rival gangs approached each other in the alley. The two gangs got into a gunfight and Martinez, an innocent bystander, was hit by one of the bullets, killing him. Another innocent bystander was also struck by one of the bullets, but she only sustained minor injuries.     

If you have any information regarding Manuel’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 94-15653- The murder of Rodney McClain

In June 1994, Oxnard Police officers responded to the 1300 block of Commercial Ave. regarding a possible gunshot victim.  The responding officer located 40- year old Rodney McClain laying on the ground suffering from a gunshot wound.  McClain was a local transient living in the area.  It appeared as if McClain had been fleeing from the suspect when he was shot.  McClain later died from his injuries.    

 If you have any information regarding Rodney's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD Case 93-27438 - The murder of Robert Cardenas

In November 1993, 30- year old Robert Cardenas was at the El Bohemia Bar, located near Cooper Rd. and Hayes Ave.  Cardenas became involved in a fist fight with another patron.  This fight was stopped by security guards.  After the bar closed, Cardenas and others left, as did the other people involved in the fight.  While outside the bar the same parties had an altercation, which escalated into a large brawl.  During the brawl, Cardenas was shot and killed.  

 If you have any information regarding Robert's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD Case 93-27213 - The murder of Thurman Jackson

In November 1993, Thurman Lamar Jackson was shot and killed inside an apartment in the 200 block of Cuesta Del Mar. Jackson was living there with his girlfriend. Witnesses in the area heard yelling and gunshots.  Thurman's mother, Alice, continues to be an advocate for her son.  She described him as a family man, who enjoyed sports and break dancing.  He was a life-long lover of automobiles.  At 16 years old, Thurman purchased his first car by saving up his money from his job at a neighborhood gas station.  Thurman graduated from Hueneme High School in 1991.  At the time of his death Jackson had three infant children. The Jackson family continues to maintain contact with detectives and hopes one day to know the truth about what happened to him.

If you have any information regarding Thurman's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.  

OPD Case 93-0983 - The murder of Jesus Manriquez

In April 1993, Oxnard Police officers responded to the north alley of the 500 block Cuesta del Mar reference a shooting victim.  Officers located 22- year old Jesus Manriquez had suffered multiple gunshot wounds.  Manriquez was transported to the hospital, where he later died.  The investigation revealed that Jesus had been involved in an argument prior to his death.  

 If you have any information regarding Jesus' murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD Case 92-29939 - The murder of Vicente Montanez

In December 1992, 21- year old Vicente Montanez was located an an alley in the 100 block of N. Hayes Ave.  Montanez had suffered a gunshot wound.  Detectives determined that Montanez had been shot on Hayes Ave. and had walked into the alley.  Montanez was transported to the hospital where he died of his injuries.   

 If you have any information regarding Vicente's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD Case 92-29449 - The murder of Rosendo Obiedor Vargas

In December 1992, 39-year old Rosendo Obiedo Vargas and 40-year old Arturo Ramirez Heredia rented a room at the Flamingo Hotel with two other males. One of the owners of the hotel, Miao Ho, discovered Rosendo and Arturo lying on the floor in between the two beds in their room and notified police. When officers arrived, they determined that the two men were dead and that it appeared that they each had been stabbed multiple times to the neck and throat. Upon initial investigation it appeared that robbery may have played a part in the double murder since some of the two men’s belongings were missing from their hotel room.

 If you have any information regarding Rosendo’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 92-29449 - The murder of Arturo Ramirez Heredia

 In December 1992, 39-year old Rosendo Obiedo Vargas and 40-year old Arturo Ramirez Heredia rented a room at the Flamingo Hotel with two other males. One of the owners of the hotel, Miao Ho, discovered Rosendo and Arturo lying on the floor in between the two beds in their room and notified police. When officers arrived, they determined that the two men were dead and that it appeared that they each had been stabbed multiple times to the neck and throat. Upon initial investigation it appeared that robbery may have played a part in the double murder since some of the two men’s belongings were missing from their hotel room.

 If you have any information regarding Arturo’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.

OPD Case 92-29006 - The murder of Victor Daniel Miramontes

In November 1992, 36-year old Victor Daniel Miramontes, who also went by Danny, was picked up by his girlfriend, Diane Majeno, and driven to Diane’s mom’s house on Sarita Drive where she had also been staying. They sat out on the porch of the house for awhile until Diane went inside. While Diane was in the house, she heard someone call for her to come outside because Victor was hurt. Diane found Victor laying on the grass with injuries to his face and took him to the hospital. When they got there though, Victor refused to go inside stating that he was fine. Later back at Diane’s mother’s house, Victor stopped breathing so she called an ambulance to transport Victor to the hospital where he later died as a result of traumatic head injuries. 

 If you have any information regarding Victor’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD Case 92-25647 - The murder of Osiel Ponce

In October 1992, 37-year old Osiel Ponce was shot and killed while seated in the driver's seat of a parked vehicle.  The vehicle was parked in the area of Durley Park (Hill St. and S. G St.).  Based on the investigation, it appeared as if Ponce knew the identity of his attacker.  

 If you have any information regarding Osiel's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD Case 92-00639 - The murder of Francisco Cortez-Ortega

In January 1992, Oxnard Police officers responded to a report of subjects fighting in the 200 block of W. Elm St.  While en route to the call they were further advised there was a stabbing victim.  Officers contacted subjects upon their arrival and were directed to 29 year-old Francisco Cortez-Ortega, who was seated on a couch inside a residence on W. Elm St.  He had no pulse and was not breathing when located.  He had been bleeding heavily from a stab wound in his chest.  Cortez-Ortega died at the scene.

 If you have any information regarding Francisco's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD  Case 91-27142 - The murder of Victor Leanos

In November 1991, the Oxnard Police Department was advised that a shooting victim had been located in the parking lot of the Pancho Villa bar, located in the 200 block of W. Hueneme Rd.  Officers responded to that location and found 37-year old Victor Leanos laying in the parking lot.   Leanos was transported to the hospital, where he died.  During the investigation it was revealed that Leanos was relaed to the bar's owner and he often worked at the bar.  

If you have any information regarding Victor's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD  Case 91-15141 - The murder of Emiliano Michel

In June 1991, 17-year old Emiliano Michel was struck by a vehicle as he crossed Bernarda Ct. westbound at E. First St.  Witnesses described the suspect vehicle as a black pick-up truck.  Witnesses said that there may have been an altercation between Michel and the driver of the truck prior to the collision.   

If you have any information regarding Emiliano's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD  Case 90-28303 - The murder of Frank Rojas

In December 1990, 66-year old Frank Rojas' body was found in the ocean, 3/4 of a mile south of Bates Rd., west of Highway 101.  Rojas had last been seen by his family approximately one week prior after taking food to his grandsons.  The following day he was reported missing to police.  Several day after he was reported missing, his body was located.

If you have any information regarding Frank's murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org. 

OPD Case 89-18188 - The murder of Ernesto Cazares

 In August 1989, the body of Ernesto Cazares was discovered lying in the intersection of East Channel Islands Boulevard and Cloyne Street.  An autopsy revealed that Ernesto died of a blow to the head.

 Ernesto was a seaman on the ship, the Isla Isabela.  Cazarez was born in Ecuador. 

 If you have any information regarding Ernesto’s murder, no matter how insignificant, please contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-8174 or coldcase@oxnardpd.org.