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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Monday, October 7th, 2013
 Ventura County Sheriff's Department For the past several months, members of the Ventura County Interagency Pharmaceutical Crimes Unit have made multiple arrests of individuals selling drugs on the Internet marketplace Craigslist. Investigators bought or arranged to purchase 14 different drugs from individuals who had advertised controlled substances for sale on Craigslist. Investigators purchased drugs ranging from Adderall, OxyContin, and Xanax, to cocaine. At least two of the cases involved encounters with suspects armed with guns or knives. The focus on Craigslist came from local parents who had told investigators their children had been purchasing prescription drugs via the website. Investigators discovered that many people were selling drugs illegally using the online marketplace. Senator Ted Lieu is calling on Craigslist to provide tighter oversight on its website and has been instrumental in bringing attention to this problem that affects communities throughout the United States. Parents need to be aware of their children’s online activities to help stop the illegal purchase of these powerful prescription drugs, many of which have led to fataloverdoses. The following are examples of recent cases investigated by the task force: • A suspect sold his father’s pain medication, which was prescribed for cancer pain • A woman drove to Simi Valley from Fontana to sell drugs with her two young children in the car during the transaction • A local 19-year-old man, armed with a 9mm handgun sold his prescription Suboxone after he had just filled the prescription at a pharmacy • A group of friends disguised over-the-counter medication to be Vyvanse, a Schedule II stimulant used in the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. During the arrest, one of the suspects armed himself with a knife • Several suspects were selling medications prescribed by an Oxnard doctor who was operating criminally and supplying street distributors with prescription painkillers In another significant investigation, three suspects were arrested after importing bulk quantities of controlled substances from India and the Dominican Republic. The seized drugs intended for repackaging and resale within the United States by Ventura County residents. Drugs imported and sold included OxyContin, Ambien, Xanax, Klonopin, and Roxycodone. Juan Manuel Garcia, 49, headed the United States end of this organization from Port Hueneme, where he had received multiple packages from India and the Dominican Republic containing tens of thousands of pills. The organization appeared to be based in Asia and the Caribbean, where websites were designed and hosted for the American consumer to illegally order these drugs without a doctor’s prescription. The Ventura County Interagency Pharmaceutical Crimes Task Force was formed in May 2013 to stop the transfer of legal prescription medication to the illegal market. The task force is made up of investigators from the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office, and the Simi Valley Police Department. Nature of Incident: Task Force Targets Illegal Online Sales of Prescription Narcotics |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Monday, October 7th, 2013
Ventura County Sheriff's Department In the early part of September, Camarillo Police Department received several reports of a white 4-door sedan accompanied by two Hispanic females’ possibly stealing mail and committing residential burglaries in the Las Posas Estates area of Camarillo. The Neighborhood watch program in the area was utilized to make the residents aware of the situation and to inform them to contact the Camarillo Police Department if this vehicle or any suspicious activity was observed in the area. On 9/20/13, a resident in the Las Posas Estates observed a suspicious white vehicle in the area. The resident took a picture of the vehicle and forwarded the information to the Camarillo Police Department. From this one report, the Camarillo Police Department was able to identify the below pictured vehicle and associated persons. On 9/29/13, at approximately 0537 hours, a Camarillo patrol officer located and stopped the vehicle on Las Posas Road in the city of Camarillo. The Driver, Carmen Esqueda, was on Ventura County Probation for forgery and identity theft. A search of the vehicle yielded recent stolen mail, forged documents, and controlled substances. Esqueda was arrested and booked at the Ventura County Sheriff’s Main Jail for felony counts of identity thefts, forgery, and possession of a controlled substance. Hayes was arrested for being under the influence of a controlled substance. The Camarillo Police Department would like to remind citizens that mail theft is very common and often leads to identity theft. Locked mail boxes can help prevent the theft of mail. We also encourage residents to report suspicious activity immediately. Nature of Incident: Mail Theft/ Identity Theft Date & Time: September 29, 2013 @ 0535 hours |
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By Santa Paula Police Department — Wednesday, October 2nd, 2013
 Santa Paula Police Department On 10-01-13 at approximately 2031 hours, an off-duty Santa Paula Police detective was driving westbound on the 126 freeway west of Briggs Road when he observed a vehicle approaching from behind at a high rate of speed. The vehicle passed the off-duty detective in the dirt center median. As the vehicle re-entered onto the freeway it lost control resulting in a solo vehicle accident. The off-duty detective then made contact with the occupants of the vehicle. The driver, Marcos Hinojosa, responded to officers commands to lie on the ground however the passenger attempted to flee the scene in the vehicle that was just involved in the accident. The vehicle was too badly damaged and was undriveable. The passenger then fled from the vehicle northbound across the dirt field. A search of the field met with negative results. The driver was found to be intoxicated with a blood alcohol lever of .18 BAC, which is twice the legal limit. Hinojosa was later transported to Ventura County Main Jail for DUI. Anyone who witnessed this event please contact Detective Paul Spencer at 525-4474 x 221. Nature of Incident: |
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By Santa Paula Police Department — Tuesday, October 1st, 2013
Santa Paula Police Department On 9-29-13 at approximately 1230 hours, Santa Paula Police responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Santa Barbara St. and Dean Dr. Officers arrived on scene and determined there were no victims. Several spent casings were recovered at the scene. A light colored truck and a dark compact vehicle were seen driving from the scene however, it is unknown if the vehicles were involved in the shooting. While searching the scene, Officers also located a 9mm handgun which did not appear to have been used in the shooting. The shooting is under investigation and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Santa Paula Police Dept. Detectives Unit at 525-4474. Nature of Incident: |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Tuesday, October 1st, 2013
Ventura County Sheriff's Department On October 17, 2013 at 10:17 a.m., millions of Californians will "Drop, Cover, and Hold On" in “The Great California ShakeOut.” The drill is meant to inspire Californians to get ready for Earthquakes and to prevent disasters from becoming catastrophes. Currently, there are over 8.7 million registered participants in California, with over 162,100 of them from Ventura County. On October 8, 2013 at 10:00 a.m., the Ventura County Board of Supervisors will present a resolution proclaiming the County of Ventura’s participation in “The Great California ShakeOut.” “Earthquakes strike violently, and without warning, and preparation is vital to our success. This drill is a great opportunity for Ventura County residents to learn what to do before, during and after an earthquake,” said Kevin McGowan, Assistant Director of the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services. To register for the drill, go to www.shakeout.org. The free registration will pledge an individual or an organization’s participation in this event. Also, participants will receive great information on how to prepare for a major earthquake in the region. To participate in the drill on October 17, 2013 at 10:17 a.m., “Drop, Cover, and Hold On,” just as if you were in an actual earthquake, and stay in this position for at least 60 seconds. For more information on how to be better prepared, please visit the Ready Ventura County website at www.readyventuracounty.org. Also, follow us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/ReadyVC) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/ReadyVC) for weekly preparedness tips, news and events. Nature of Incident: Ventura County Recognizes The Great California Shakeout |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Tuesday, October 1st, 2013
Ventura County Sheriff's Department Sheriff Geoff Dean is pleased to announce the graduation of the Ventura County Criminal Justice Training Center’s Academy Class #2013-1. The graduation ceremony will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, October 3, 2013, at the Oxnard Performing Arts and Convention Center, 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard, California. The guest speaker for the graduation ceremony will be County of Ventura Presiding Judge Brian J. Back. The recruits have completed 23 weeks of instruction provided through the combined efforts of local law enforcement agencies and other criminal justice entities. The intense training and education prepares these officers for the responsibilities of serving their communities. Please see below for the names of the graduating recruits and their respective agencies. ACADEMY ROSTER OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT Eliseo Q. Mendez SANTA BARBARA POLICE DEPARTMENT VENTURA POLICE DEPARTMENT VENTURA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE Nature of Incident: Academy Class 2013-1 Graduation |
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By Anonymous — Tuesday, October 1st, 2013
SACRAMENTO, CA - Attorney General Kamala D. Harris today applauded Governor Jerry Brown’s signature of Assembly Bill 370, which she sponsored. “AB 370 makes the invisible practice of online tracking more transparent to consumers, and I applaud the Governor for signing this important bill,” Attorney General Harris said. |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Tuesday, October 1st, 2013
Ventura County Sheriff's Department On Saturday 9/28/13, Camarillo Special Enforcement deputies located and arrested felony warrant suspect Devin Oneil Rose in the 2300 block of South Victoria Ave. At the time of his arrest, Rose had outstanding felony warrants for his arrest and was in possession of a fully loaded 9mm caliber handgun and a quantity of narcotics. Rose was charged with being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm with narcotics and booked at the Ventura County Jail. A search warrant was obtained for Rose’s motel room and three additional firearms, ammunition, and a quantity of narcotics were seized. Nature of Incident: Armed Felon Arrested 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 Santa Paula Police Department — Monday, September 30th, 2013
Santa Paula Police Department On the above date & time, SPPD Officers responded to Mill Park regarding a gunshot victim at that location. Upon arrival, Officers located the victim and witnesses on the north side of the park. The victim was found to have sustained a gunshot wound to the head. She was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical personnel. The victim was identified as Ashley Calanche, 21 years, Santa Paula. Immediately after, witnesses were located who provided Officers with information of two female suspects who had fled the scene. The information lead to a possible location of suspect(s). During the search for the suspect(s) at a nearby apartment complex, one of the females was located. She was later found to be a witness to the crime. Additionally a second witness was located who provided additional information. All witnesses provided valuable information that lead to a quick identification of the suspect. The suspect was identified as Yajaira Dominguez, 31 years, Santa Paula. As the investigation continued, Detectives obtained information of the possible whereabouts of the suspect, Dominguez. She was located at a residence in the 500 Blk. Casabella Ct. Santa Paula. A phone call was placed into the residence and Officers confirmed that she was inside the residence. Officers immediately went to the location and surrounded the residence. Detectives again made contact by phone and attempted to convince the suspect, Dominguez, to exit the residence. She refused and threaten to harm herself. Detectives coninued to attempt to convince her to exit. After approximately 1 1/2 hours, she agreed to surrender to Detectives. She exited the residence and was taken into custody without further incident. No motive for the homicide has been estabished at this time. The investigation is continuing. The firearm used in the crime has not been located at this time. Santa Paula Police Department |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Monday, September 30th, 2013
Ventura County Sheriff's Department Approximately five weeks ago, a victim had parked his vehicle in the parking lot of the 24 Hr. Fitness Gym and left the vehicle unlocked. The victim had left his wallet in the center console of the vehicle. Approximately two hours later the victim received a call from his bank regarding possible fraudulent activity. The victim checked his wallet and saw that two of his credit cards were missing. Within the two hour period over $5100.00 was charged to the victim’s credit cards. Approximately three weeks ago, a victim had parked her vehicle in the parking lot of the 24 Hr. Fitness Gym and possibly left the vehicle unlocked. The victim had left her purse in the rear cargo area of the vehicle. Approximately two hours later the victim returned and checked her email. The victim had received a message from American Express indicating an attempted purchase in the City of Thousand Oaks. The victim checked her purse and found several credit cards missing. After talking with her credit card companies the victim saw that the suspects had attempted to use her credit cards at multiple locations totaling over $5000.00. One of the locations the suspects attempted to use the stolen credit cards was the Apple store at the Oaks Mall. The suspects were captured on video surveillance inside the store. Today three suspects were captured in the City of Thousand Oaks after trying the door handles on several vehicles and then entering a vehicle which was parked in the parking lot of the 24 Hr. Fitness Gym on Thousand Oaks Boulevard. Detectives from both the City of Thousand Oaks Special Enforcement Unit and Investigations Bureau observed a suspicious vehicle driving through the parking lot of the 24 Hr. Fitness Gym. Detectives monitored the activities of the vehicle’s three occupants. The occupants were seen trying door handles to a few vehicles and then entering a vehicle. A traffic stop was conducted on the vehicle as it left the area. The suspects were taken into custody. The suspects matched the description of the suspects captured on video surveillance from three weeks ago. Investigators believe the same suspects are responsible for several other burglaries, thefts, and fraudulent use of credit cards that have occurred in Southern California recently. All three suspects were arrested on multiple charges of conspiracy, burglary, and fraudulent use of credit cards. The suspects were booked into the East County Jail with a bail of $100,000. Thefts from vehicles continue to be one of the highest reported crimes in the City. The Thousand Oaks Police Department would like to remind the community to lock their cars, and to avoid leaving items of value in their cars. 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 these types of crimes. The caller may remain anonymous. The call is not recorded. Call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477). Nature of Incident: Three in Custody for Vehicle Burglaries, Thefts from vehicles / and Fraudulent use of Credit Cards |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Monday, September 30th, 2013
Ventura County Sheriff's Department This afternoon at approximately 1:00 pm, a wrong way driver, driving a stolen vehicle (from the Camarillo area) sideswiped a vehicle traveling northbound on Spring Road approaching Princeton Avenue. Deputies from the Moorpark Police Department witnessed the accident and after the vehicle failed to stop for the accident initiated a pursuit. The driver/suspect continued driving southbound in the northbound lanes on Spring Road for a short distance while being pursued by deputies. The suspect vehicle continued southbound on Spring Road through the intersection at Los Angeles Avenue at a high rate of speed. The suspect vehicle continued southbound where it struck a second vehicle and occupants traveling westbound in the intersection of Spring Road and Tierra Rejada Road. This collision caused the second vehicle to leave the westbound lanes, flipping over several times until the vehicle came to rest in the on-coming eastbound lanes of Tierra Rejada. At the same time the vehicle nearly missed a motorcyclist stopped in the left hand turn pocket. Both vehicles were incapacitated. The suspect then attempted to evade pursuing deputies by running into a field south of Tierra Rejada Road where soon after she was taken into custody. The suspect, Jennifer Hayward was arrested for multiple charges including: stealing a motor vehicle, felony evading, driving under the influence (DUI) and felony hit & run. The intersection of Tierra Rejada and Spring Road was closed for approximately three (3) hours while an investigation was conducted. The suspect suffered unknown injuries and was hospitalized at Los Robles Hospital. The driver of the vehicle struck in the intersection suffered non-life threatening injuries. No one else was injured in the incident. Nature of Incident: Hit and Run, Traffic Accident, Police Pursuit, Stolen Vehicle 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 Santa Paula Police Department — Tuesday, September 24th, 2013
Santa Paula Police Department On Friday, 9/20/13, at approximately 1855 hours, SPPD Officers responded to the 1200 block of Say Road for a report of shots fired. Later that same evening, on 9/21/13 at approximately 0135 hours, SPPD Officers responded to the 500 block of Sycamore Street, again for a report of shots fired. No one was found to be injured during both incidents however; officers located multiple shell casings and items struck by the rounds fired. During the investigation of these two calls Patrol Officers, Detectives, and Gang Officers from the Santa Paula Police Department found the incidents to be related and were able to piece together information resulting in a probable cause want being issued for the arrest of Alberto Perez and a search warrant being issued for Perez’s residence. On 9/22/13 at approximately 0450 hours, less than 34 hours after the first shots fired call, officers from the Santa Paula Police Department’s SWAT Team executed a search warrant at Perez’s residence. Perez was not initially located at the residence however Detectives from the Santa Paula Police Department located evidence tying Perez to a Santa Paula criminal street gang. On 9/23/13 at approximately 1056 hours, Perez appeared in court on an unrelated probation violation. While in court Perez was detained by VCSO Deputies until an officer from the Santa Paula Police Department arrived to take him into custody, approximately 64 hours from the first shots fired call. Perez was arrested by Santa Paula Police Department, after questioning Perez was booked into Ventura County Main Jail on suspicion of 664/187 PC; Attempted Homicide. Nature of Incident: |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Monday, September 23rd, 2013
Ventura County Sheriff's Department On 9/19/2013, Ventura County Sheriff’s Detectives with Camarillo Police Special Enforcement Detail concluded a narcotics investigation of a 41-year old Camarillo resident, Angela Corralejo, who was suspected of selling Methamphetamine to residents in the city of Camarillo. A team of detectives searched Corralejo’s residence located on the 900 block of Sharon Drive in Camarillo. During the search, detectives located Methamphetamine and pipes used to smoke Methamphetamine. Corralejo was arrested for possession of a controlled substance, being under the influence of a controlled substance, possession of a smoking device, as well as child endangerment. She was booked at the Ventura County Main Jail in Ventura pending arraignment or the posting of bail. Corralejo is scheduled to appear in court on 9/26/2013, at 8:15 APM. Her bail was set at $15.000.00. Paul Medina was contacted during the search and arrested for possession of a controlled substance, being under the influence of a controlled substance, and possession of a smoking device. He was booked at the Ventura County Main Jail in Ventura pending arraignment or the posting of bail. Medina is scheduled to appear in court on 9/26/2013, at 8:15 APM. His bail was set at $10.000.00. Nature of Incident: Narcotics Arrest |
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By Santa Paula Police Department — Monday, September 23rd, 2013
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Santa Paula Police Department On Friday 9-20-13 at approximately 1900 hours, Santa Paula Police Officers responded to the area of Say Rd. and Cliff Dr. in response to reports of two vehicles shooting at one another. The two vehicles were described as light in color. Once Officers arrived a crime scene was established however, no victims or suspects were located. On Saturday 9-21-13 at approximately 0130 hours, Santa Paula Police Officers responded to the 500 block of Sycamore St. regarding a call of shots fired. Officers responded and discovered a residence was shot at however, no one was struck. It is unknown if both incidents were related. At this time there is no known suspects and both shootings are being investigated by the Santa Paula Police Departments Investigations Unit. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Santa Paula Police Department. Nature of Incident: |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Tuesday, September 17th, 2013
Ventura County Sheriff's Department On 9/16/13, at approximately 11:15 a.m., the Thousand Oaks Police Department received a call of a burglary in progress in the 300 block of Mesa Avenue. Upon returning home, the victim observed two males leaving out of the front door of the victim’s residence. The victim telephoned 9-1-1 to report the crime. A description of the two suspects was provided as well as the description and license plate of vehicle in which the suspects fled. The Thousand Oaks Police Department units set up a perimeter. Approximately 40 minutes later, a patrol unit observed the suspect vehicle driving in the area of La Grange Avenue and Lynn Road, and initiated a high risk vehicle stop. The driver, (S) Barker, and the passenger, (S) Torres, were detained and identified by both the victim and witness. Evidence located in the vehicle linked the suspects to the residential burglary. The Thousand Oaks Police Department’s Investigations Unit is still actively investigating to determine whether these suspects are involved in other recent residential burglaries in the Thousand Oaks area. Nature of Incident: Residential Burglary Arrests 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 Santa Paula Police Department — Monday, September 16th, 2013
Santa Paula Police Department On 9-14-13, Santa Paula Police Officers received information regarding a possible marijuana cultivation at a residence on Palm Ct., in the City of Santa Paula. Officers responded to the location where several marijuana plants were observed growing in the backyard of a residence. The resident was contacted and cooperated with officers. A total of 26 marijuana plants were removed from the residence. The resident has not been charged at this time and the case will be forwarded to the Ventura County District Attorneys Office for review. Report Number(s): |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Monday, September 16th, 2013
Ventura County Sheriff's Department In a two week period, the Sheriff’s Narcotic Unit and Mountain Marijuana Eradication Team eradicated 2 large marijuana cultivations in the Los Padres National Forest. The Ortega Trail Garden was located during an aerial reconnaissance mission by the Sheriff’s Air Unit. Investigators were assisted by the Sheriff’s Air Unit, a Ventura County Fire Department hand crew, and the California Department of Justice, Campaign Against Marijuana Planting. The first marijuana cultivation contained over 9000 marijuana plants, which were eradicated from at least 5 plots north and south of the Ortega Trail. The Ortega Trail is a popular hiking and motorcycle trail. The marijuana plants were up to 8 feet tall and heavily budded. Due to the size and quantity of the marijuana plants, a full size stake bed was required to transport the seized drugs for destruction. The second marijuana cultivation site was located on the southern slope of Pine Mountain. Deer hunters came upon the marijuana plants and notified law enforcement. The site contained approximately 1500 marijuana plants that had been cut and were drying. Investigators located a processing area containing approximately 500 pounds of bud. Near the grower’s campsite, detectives located the corpse of a young black bear. Detectives believe the bear was killed illegally by marijuana growers. The combined seizure of these two illegal marijuana cultivations was over 3 tons. The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office would like to warn those using the back country to be attentive to signs of illegal marijuana cultivations; irrigation pipes, bags of fertilizer and people who appear to be unequipped for hiking in remote areas. These clues are possible indications that you may be near a marijuana cultivation. If you come across these or similar circumstances, leave the area immediately and contact law enforcement. Nature of Incident: Marijuana Eradications 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 — Tuesday, September 10th, 2013
Ventura County Sheriff's Department Kristin Davis, the owner and CEO of Paradigm Management Group, and her Chief Financial Officer, Melissa Hoff, were arrested over the weekend for embezzling approximately $900,000 from the Big Sky Homeowner’s Association in Simi Valley. In February 2008, Davis’ management company was contracted by the Big Sky Homeowner’s Association to manage the community. While managing the community, Davis and Hoff systematically embezzled approximately $900,000 from Big Sky HOA bank accounts utilizing several schemes. Soon after the thefts were discovered by the Big Sky Board of Directors in October of 2009, Davis closed down Paradigm and opened a similar company named MK Management. Detectives from the Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit conducted an extensive investigation into the allegations which resulted in arrest warrants. The Ventura County District Attorney’s Office filed 12 felony counts against Davis, ranging from grand theft to insurance fraud. Hoff was charged with grand theft and criminal conspiracy. Davis and Hoff were arrested over the weekend and booked into the Ventura County Pre-Trial Detention Facility. Their bail was set at $500,000 dollars each. While Paradigm was in operation, it managed numerous communities, both in Ventura County and Orange County. Other homeowner associations have reported large losses as a result of embezzlement while managed by Davis’ company, Paradigm Management. Detectives are investigating these additional allegations which may result in additional charges being sought against both suspects. Anyone having knowledge of theft activity by Kristin Davis, Melissa Hoff-Soloman-Ramsey, or by the HOA management companies of Paradigm, MK Management, or Seaside Management are encouraged to contact Detective Russell King of the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office – Major Crimes Fraud Unit. Nature of Incident: HOA Management Company Owner & Chief Financial Officer Arrested for Embezzlement 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 — Monday, September 9th, 2013
Ventura County Sheriff's Department On 8/30/13, patrol deputies from the Headquarters Patrol Station responded to a robbery and kidnapping that occurred in the 2800 Block of Eucalyptus Drive in the unincorporated area of Ventura County known as Nyeland Acres. When patrol deputies arrived, they contacted the uninjured male victim. During the investigation, patrol deputies determined the victim was contacted by the suspect and robbed of his money. During the incident, the suspect assaulted the victim with a firearm and forced him to move to a more secluded area. After robbing the victim, the suspect fled the scene. The victim was not injured. On 8/31/13, the Sheriff’s Gang Unit assumed the investigation and quickly identified the suspect as Sergio Carrillo, a documented gang member from Oxnard. The Gang Unit learned Carrillo was on active parole and had been released recently from prison. With assistance from the Camarillo Special Enforcement Detail, the Sheriff’s Gang unit located and arrested Carrillo the robbery. Carrillo was subsequently booked at the Sheriff’s Main Jail on charges of kidnapping for robbery, robbery, assault with a firearm, being under the influence of illegal drugs and committing a crime for benefit of a criminal street gang. Nature of Incident: Kidnapping/Robbery 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 Santa Paula Police Department — Monday, September 9th, 2013
Santa Paula Police Department On 9/4/13 at approximatley 1100 hours patrol officers from the Santa Paula Police Department responded to the 100 block of E. Ventura Street in an attempt to locate Alex Nunez, a documented Santa Paula gang member, wanted for an assault with a deadly weapon . When patrol officers arrived on scene Nunez was inside his girlfriends residence and initially refused to come out. Detectives from Santa Paula Police Department's Investigations and Gang Units arrived on scene and assisted patrol officers with surrounding the residence. After a short time Nunez jumped from a second story bedroom window and attempted to elude officers. After a brief foot pursuit through the apartment complex Nunez was located hiding under a stairwell. Nunez again refused to come out until officers requested a K-9. When Nunez heard the K-9 request he promptly gave up to officers on scene. This response was due to an assault which occurred on 9/1/13. During this incident Nunez reportedly assaulted a handyman who was working on a neighboring apartment. During the assault Nunez stabed the handyman multiple times with a screwdriver and physically assaulted him, punching him in the head and face. The incident was intially reported to Santa Barbara Police Department, who took an initial report and forwarded the report to Santa Paula Police Department. Santa Paula Police Officers followed up on the report on 9/2/13 and 9/3/13 and received information today that Nunez was back at his grilfriends apartment. Nature of Incident: Attempt to Locate Wanted Subject |