Santa Paula Police Department

On 11-09-2013 Santa Paula Police Department bicycle officers were flagged down by Maria Manzo, a Santa Paula resident, who was driving with Noel Razo, a transient. Manzo flagged down officers due to the two subjects were involved in a verbal domestic dispute. Officers conducted a records check on Razo which revealed he had a active felony violation of probation warrant for domestic violence. A search of Razo revealed he had a methamphetamine pipe in his possession. Once he was taken into custody a records check of Manzo revealed she was an unlicensed driver. A search of the vehicle revealed a stolen loaded .44 magnum revolver. A search of Manzo's purse revealed presription medication that was not prescribed to her.

Razo was arrested for possession of a loaded firearm, possession of stolen property, and possession of a smoking device. Manzo was arrested for possession of a controlled substance and unlicensed driver. Both subjects were transported to Ventura County Jail.

Nature of Incident:
Wanted Subject with a gun
Report Number(s):
SG1302030
Location(s):
900 Block of E. Main St.
Dates & Times:
11-09-2013/1602
Unit Responsible:
(S)uspects, (V)ictims
City of Residence
Age
Noel Razo, Maria Manzo
Santa Paula
Razo 31, Manzo 36
Officer Preparing Press Release:
Press Release Date:
11-10-2013
Follow-Up Contact:
Sgt. C. Madison # 1018
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