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Photos and Story by Bob Crum
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Part 3 of 3
Photos and Story by Bob Crum
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A small explosion took place at the packing plant in the 900 block of 3rd Street and Old Telegraph Road, on Wednesday, December 17th at 9:34am. Reports were that Explosion causes damage to packing house, one injury methane gas and nearby welding was the cause. Significant damage was done to the restroom of the plant, and one injury of burns was reported. Fillmore Fire responded, with VC Engine 27 assisting. Photo courtesy Sebastian Ramirez.
A small explosion took place at the packing plant in the 900 block of 3rd Street and Old Telegraph Road, on Wednesday, December 17th at 9:34am. Reports were that Explosion causes damage to packing house, one injury methane gas and nearby welding was the cause. Significant damage was done to the restroom of the plant, and one injury of burns was reported. Fillmore Fire responded, with VC Engine 27 assisting. Photo courtesy Sebastian Ramirez.
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A van jumped the curb at Highway 126 and B Street and landed on the grass in front of McDonalds, on Friday, December 18th, at 12:15pm. No injuries were reported.
A van jumped the curb at Highway 126 and B Street and landed on the grass in front of McDonalds, on Friday, December 18th, at 12:15pm. No injuries were reported.
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Ventura County Sheriff's Department
Ventura County Sheriff's Department

At approximately 11:30AM, on Tuesday, December 15, 2015, deputies with the Fillmore Police Department investigated a report of domestic violence involving suspect Brandon Lloyd and a seventeen-year-old female who had minor injuries. The incident took place in front of the Fillmore Library at Second St. and Central Ave. Lloyd fled before the deputies arrived.

During the investigation, deputies learned Lloyd was at a fruit stand in the 1700 block of E. Telegraph Rd. Lloyd had reportedly taken an overdose of medication in a possible suicide attempt before abandoning his vehicle and walking into a nearby orchard. Numerous law enforcement resources, including patrol, detectives, K9, and the air unit, began a search of the orchards east of the city of Fillmore while Ventura County Fire and American Medical Response personnel stood by in case aid was needed.

Information led deputies to Lloyd in the community of Piru, where he was taken into custody, examined by medical personnel, and booked into the Pre-Trial Detention Facility for the misdemeanor violation of 243(e)(1) PC – Domestic battery.

Prepared by: Sergeant Kevin Vaden

 
Pvt. Castro with his father, Rene Castro (left) and his recruiter Sgt. Cortes, USMC.
Pvt. Castro with his father, Rene Castro (left) and his recruiter Sgt. Cortes, USMC.
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Pvt. Castro with step-mother (left) and aunt Sgt. Solorio USMC.
Pvt. Castro with step-mother (left) and aunt Sgt. Solorio USMC.
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Pvt. Castro, 18, graduated USMC boot camp at Marine Corps recruit depot San Diego on DEC 11th 2015. Pvt. Castro successfully completed 13 weeks of intense basic training at MCRD San Diego he was one of 90 recruits in training platoon 3266 3rd training battalion Mike Company also known as "Mighty Mike." Following 10 days (plus) of leave Pvt. Castro will report to Camp Pendleton for another month of combat training, once complete Pvt. Castro will fly to Camp Lejeune North Carolina for his Military Occupational School 1371 Combat Engineer. Very proud of Michael all this before his 19th birthday and this is literally the beginning. God luck son! Always earned never given!

 
Anastacio Chavez
Anastacio Chavez
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Anastacio Chavez
Anastacio Chavez

The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Anastacio Chavez or receiving any information that can assist in locating Anastacio.

On 10-14-15, Anastacio’s family reported him missing because they had not had contact with him in over a month. Anastacio is a transient and is known to frequent Oxnard and Thousand Oaks. As of 12-01-15, the family still has not had contact with him.

Anastacio Barbosa Chavez, AKA: Anastacio Barbosa Chan
Born 2/22/1976
Hispanic male, 5'2", 170 lbs., black hair and brown eyes.
Anastacio is not known to have a vehicle or phone.

Please contact Detective Laura Natoli with any information regarding the case. 805-494-8226 or laura.natoli@ventura.org

You can also provide tips to: Ventura County Crime Stoppers
Hot Line: 1-800-222-TIPS (Se habla Espanol)
Text: BUSTED plus message to CRIMES (274637)
WebTips: www.venturacountycrimestoppers.com

 
Marco Cordon, Thousand Oaks, 39
Marco Cordon, Thousand Oaks, 39

On December 10, 2015, just prior to 5:00PM, Marco Cordon walked away from his Thousand Oaks residence and has not returned home to his family. Marco is believed to be “on foot” and is not associated with a vehicle. Marco has made no effort to inform anyone of his whereabouts and left home wearing a light green hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans. Marco is an avid hiker and is known to frequent local hiking trails in the City of Thousand Oaks.

The Thousand Oaks Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Marco. Marco is a Hispanic male, 5’10”, approximately 150 pounds, with black hair and hazel colored eyes. Anyone having information about Marco or his whereabouts is encouraged to immediately contact Detective Kelly Roark at: (805) 947-8261.

Nature of Incident: Missing Person
Report Number: 152084622
Location: 1300 Block of East Thousand Oaks Boulevard, Thousand Oaks, CA
Date & Time: 12-10-2015 @ 5:00PM
Unit Responsible: East County Investigations
(S)uspects, (V)ictims, (P)arty, (D)ecedent City of Residence Age
(P) Marco Cordon Thousand Oaks 39
Prepared by: Detective William Hutton #3438
Media Release Date: 12-18-2015
Media Follow-Up Contact: Detective William Hutton #3438; (805) 947-8113 ; william.hutton@ventura.org
Approved by: Captain Mike Hartmann

 
Jorge Izarraraz, Fillmore, 22
Jorge Izarraraz, Fillmore, 22

On November 2, 2015, at about 9:05 p.m., deputies responded to a stabbing that occurred in the area of Third and B Street in the city of Fillmore. Once on scene, deputies located a stabbing victim who they identified as Edgar Torres. Torres had sustained one stab wound to the chest area, following an argument with an unknown suspect. Torres was transported to the hospital where he died as a result of his injuries.

Due to the seriousness of the crime, Sheriff’s Major Crimes and Sheriff’s Gang Unit investigators, responded to the scene and began a tenacious investigation over the next several days. With the community’s support and cooperation, investigators were able to identify, locate and arrest Jorge Izarraraz for unrelated charges on November 6, 2015.

Earlier today and after a lengthy investigation into the homicide, the Major Crimes Bureau arrested Izarraraz for one count of Penal Code Section 187 / Murder. Izarraraz remains in custody on $725,000 bail.

Nature of Incident: Arrest Made In Fillmore Homicide
Report Number: 15-2062756
Location: 300 Block of B St., Fillmore, CA
Date & Time: 11/02/2015 @ 9:06 p.m.
Unit(s) Responsible: Sheriff’s Major Crimes Bureau, Sheriff’s Gang Unit, Fillmore Investigations
(S)uspects, (V)ictims, (P)arty, (D)ecedent City of Residence Age
(S) Izarraraz, Jorge Fillmore 22
(V) Torres, Edgar Fillmore 24
Prepared by: Sgt. Denise Sliva
News Release Date: 12/18/15
Media Follow-Up Contact: Sgt. Denise Sliva (805) 947-9258
Approved by: Captain Melissa Smith

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).

 
It’s Christmas time in Fillmore and the people of the community are once again celebrating the season, as they
show care and concern for their neighbor. The lighting of the Fillmore City Hall Christmas tree. Photo courtesy Bob Crum.
It’s Christmas time in Fillmore and the people of the community are once again celebrating the season, as they show care and concern for their neighbor. The lighting of the Fillmore City Hall Christmas tree. Photo courtesy Bob Crum.
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Snow bubbles drifted down from the Fillmore City Hall Christmas tree last week, to the delight of young Fillmore citizens. Photo courtesy Bob Crum.
Snow bubbles drifted down from the Fillmore City Hall Christmas tree last week, to the delight of young Fillmore citizens. Photo courtesy Bob Crum.
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Mayor Diane McCall joins in serving chicken dinners at the Fillmore Fire Station. The fundraiser collects cash and toys towards Christmas gifts for the children of Fillmore.
Mayor Diane McCall joins in serving chicken dinners at the Fillmore Fire Station. The fundraiser collects cash and toys towards Christmas gifts for the children of Fillmore.
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Valley Crest donates tree for Christmas. Valley Crest Tree Company in Fillmore donated a Christmas tree for Greenfield Care Center. Greenfield is a 99-bed Skilled Nursing Facility in Fillmore and every year they celebrate a Tree Lighting Ceremony for the community. This year Valley Crest donated the tree in order to help and support this community event.
Valley Crest donates tree for Christmas. Valley Crest Tree Company in Fillmore donated a Christmas tree for Greenfield Care Center. Greenfield is a 99-bed Skilled Nursing Facility in Fillmore and every year they celebrate a Tree Lighting Ceremony for the community. This year Valley Crest donated the tree in order to help and support this community event.
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Workers plant the Greenfield Christmas tree.
Workers plant the Greenfield Christmas tree.
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Fillmore Lions Club President Bill Dewey, and members Scott Lee and Paul Benavidez installed the Christmas trees along Central Avenue. Photo courtesy Sebastian Ramirez.
Fillmore Lions Club President Bill Dewey, and members Scott Lee and Paul Benavidez installed the Christmas trees along Central Avenue. Photo courtesy Sebastian Ramirez.
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