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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Wednesday, June 3rd, 2015
 Ventura County Sheriff's Department Three minor children were inappropriately touched in the parking lot located at Shiells Drive and Second Street in the City of Fillmore. The suspect was described as a Hispanic male, 15-18 years of age, 5’-10” to 6’-0” tall, with a slender build, and short spiked dark hair. The suspect was wearing a dark t-shirt and shorts. The suspect may have been playing basketball near the location prior to the crime. The Fillmore Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating the suspect. If anyone saw any suspicious persons and/or activities at the location, please call Detective John Fox at the Fillmore Police Department. Nature of Incident: Lewd Acts Upon Children 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 Mark Ortega — Tuesday, June 2nd, 2015
The Alumni Association can report that there are well over 400 paid dinner reservations so far for the 102nd Alumni Dinner / Dance on June 13th, 2015. Don't be left out. You can pay for your Dinner Seat at Patterson's hardware store (Open 7 days a week) or swing by the Alumni Office at 540 Sespe Ave in Fillmore. If no one is there, slide your payment under the door. More info can be found Alumni Website at www.fillmorehighalumni.com or call, 805-524-0416 and leave a message. Someone will call you right back. Come look at the many old photo's and items that will be displayed going back 100 years. These treasures only come out once a year. Don't miss it. It's going to be a special evening on June 13th as we celebrate our High School Alma Mater. |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Wednesday, May 27th, 2015
Ventura County Sheriff's Department On 05/18/2015, detectives from the Fillmore Station completed an investigation into a residential burglary that occurred in the 1300 block of Grand Ave., in the unincorporated area of Fillmore. The burglary occurred during the second week of April, 2015. The suspects forced entry into the residence and stole high-end jewelry and other luxury items. During the course of the investigation, it was discovered that some of the stolen property was pawned in the city of Simi Valley. Investigators followed up with the subject that pawned the property, Anthony Duran, and ultimately arrested him. Information obtained during the arrest also led to the arrests of Duran’s co-conspirators, Raheem Wright, and a male juvenile from the city of Fillmore. All three subjects were arrested and booked for committing a first degree residential burglary and conspiracy to commit a crime. Nature of Incident: Residential Burglary Suspects 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 Ventura County Sheriff Department — Wednesday, May 27th, 2015
On May 23, 2015, at approximately 0155 hours, Cesar Mendez was driving his vehicle eastbound on E. Telegraph Road (SR-126). After passing through the Santa Clara Ave intersection, for unknown reasons, he drove off the roadway in the 200 block of E. Telegraph Road and collided into a utility pole. The vehicle continued eastbound out of control and collided into a block wall coming to rest in the backyard at the residence at 250 E. Telegraph Road #17, El Dorado Mobil Home Park. Cesar Mendez died at the scene. Alcohol appears to be a factor in this traffic collision. The traffic collision is still under investigation. Nature of Incident: Single Vehicle Fatal Traffic Collision |
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By Bob Crum — Wednesday, May 27th, 2015
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 A Veterans Memorial Day service was held on Monday, May 25th at Bardsdale Cemetery. The event takes place every year, with many features including: Fly-Over, Missing Man Formation performed by the 805th Navion Squadron, David Swett, Lead and Kurt Young, Element Leader, David Vanoni, Element Wing, and Eric Johnson, Wing; Opening Remarks by Scott Lee, Presidetn-Board of Trustees Presentation of Colors, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Fillmore Post 9637; Pledge of Allegiance, Boy Scout Troop #406 and Cub Scout Troop #3400; Special music by Bardsdale Methodist Church Choir; Memorial Day Message by Ed W. Campbell, President Residents Allied Council, Ventura Veterans Home; Placing of Wreath by Jim Rogers; Memorial Service by Rev. Bob Hammond, St. Stephens Anglican Church; Reading of Names of Those Who Died in the Service of our Country by VFW Service Officer Jim Mills; Volly by Honor Guard VFW; Taps by Bob Thompson; Conclusion of Service was the release of doves, Garcia Mortuary. A special thank you to the Boy Scouts and Bardsdale 4H for placing and removing flags, and Chapter GY PEO for furnishing cookies. Photos courtesy Bob Crum. Enlarge Photo |
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By Bob Crum — Wednesday, May 27th, 2015
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By Jean McLeod — Wednesday, May 27th, 2015
 Scout Chris Vargas, James Chandler, Jr. Escoto, Jared Fairall, Adrian Hernandez, Timmy Vargas, Matt Vandemheen, Tommy Vargas, Matt Henschel, Luke Larson, and Sammy Kafka from local Scout Troop 406 working to complete their Citizenship in the Community merit badge. Enlarge Photo The May 26, 2015 Fillmore City Council Meeting contained a number of agenda items including the 2015-2016 Budget, Capital Improvements, Public Works Projects, North Fillmore Specific Plan, sewer and water rate increases and Aquatic Center fees. The meeting began with the Boys Scouts of America leading everyone with the Pledge of Allegiance. The Council then introduced the new Active Adult Commission Members; Charles Richardson, Shirley Spitler, Bob Crum and Ernest Morales. Shortly after having the new commission introduced, attorney Richard Francis, speaking during Public Comments, addressed the Council. Francis informed the Council he was representing the 501c3 nonprofit Fillmore Senior Center Inc. (FSCI). He stated in the past FSCI was run by volunteers and that now the City is paying $32,000 for part-time employees. He then proceeded to serve the Council with legal papers accusing them of a Brown Act violation. FSCI had previously tried to serve the Council with court papers, but those papers were found to not be legal. This recent court service requires the City Attorney Tiffany Israel to respond to the allegations within 35 days. This is not the first time legal problems have been created between FSCI and the City. The City spent almost $130,000 defending FSCI to settle various claims of alleged sexual harassment and racial discrimination by two now former employees suffered while FSCI Board Members were in charge. Now, FSCI has taken the first steps in suing the City. The first item CONTINUED » |
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By Ventura County Sheriff Department — Wednesday, May 27th, 2015
Ventura County Sheriff's Department On May 19, 2015, members of the Fillmore Police Department, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, and the California Department of Alcohol Beverage Control conducted an alcohol sting, using underage minor decoys, in an attempt to purchase alcohol from various on-sale and off-sale establishments in the city of Fillmore and the community of Piru. “On-sale” generally means merchants are authorized to sell alcohol for consumption on the premises where sold, while “off-sale” generally means merchants are authorized to sell alcohol that must be consumed elsewhere. The goal of this operation was to limit minors’ access to alcohol and confirm establishments are abiding by the Business and Professions Code and rules set forth by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. Three underage decoys were used in an attempt to purchase alcohol from 16 locations throughout Fillmore and Piru. Employees at 13 locations asked for identification and turned the decoys away without selling any alcoholic beverages; they are applauded for their diligence. Employees at 3 locations sold alcohol to the underage decoys and either failed to ask for identification or looked at the identification and provided it anyway. These employees were arrested for 25658(a) BP – Furnishing alcohol to a minor and were released on misdemeanor citations to appear in court. The Fillmore Police Department, Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, and California Alcohol Beverage Control will continue to conduct periodic sting operations in an effort to prevent minors’ access to alcohol and remind the public that selling alcohol to, or purchasing alcohol for, minors is illegal. Alcohol is a factor in many homicides, suicides, and unintentional injuries which, along with car crashes, are the four leading causes of death of 15-20 year olds. The public is asked to report incidents of underage drinking and illegal purchasing of alcohol to law enforcement. Alcohol “Minor Decoy” Sting Operation |
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By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 27th, 2015
 Would you like to memorialize a family member or honor a friend, your high school class or club? The Fillmore Historical Museum will be accepting orders for customized pavers to be ordered after the 4h of July and installed in August. The price for each paver is $100.00 with funds used for the programs and operations of the museum. You can see the pavers which have already been placed by checking the memorial area on the south side of the Gazebo on Main St. For more information come by museum office in the bunkhouse at 340 Main St. , Fillmore or call 805-524-0948. Martha Gentry |
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By Mark Ortega — Wednesday, May 27th, 2015
The following Classes will be celebrating their Class Reunions at the 102nd Alumni Dinner on Saturday, June 13th, in Fillmore. Please Contact the F.H.S. Alumni Office to secure your seats for This Dinner, Dance, Music, Social Time, and Fun. 805-524-0416, or email at staff@fillmorehighalumni.com Class of '1945, Class of '1950, Class of '1955, Class of '1960, Class of '1965 (and also on Friday, June 12th), Class of '1980, and Class of '1985. All Alumni are welcomed! You also can also purchase your Dinner Reservations at Patterson Hardware Store. (Open 7 days a week). |
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By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 27th, 2015
Sacramento – California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Director Dr. Karen Smith today announced that CDPH is investigating a cluster of Salmonella cases that has so far sickened 31 California residents in six counties. The California cluster is part of a multi-state Salmonella Paratyphi B outbreak that is likely linked to consumption of raw tuna commonly used in sushi. As of May 21, 2015, 53 cases have been reported in nine states, including 31 in California. “As the investigation continues, this is a good reminder to Californians that there are sometimes risks when eating raw or undercooked meats, fish or poultry,” said Dr. Smith. “This is particularly true for young children, the elderly, or people with Most of the patients reported eating sushi containing raw tuna. To date, 10 patients have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported. The outbreak appears to be ongoing. The California case-patients reside in six Southern California counties, including Los Angeles (nine), Orange (six), Riverside (four), San Diego (seven), Santa Barbara (one), and Ventura (four). Illness dates have ranged from March 5, 2015 through May 13, 2015. The ages of the patients range from less than one to 83 years. CDPH, state and local health departments, including the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), are continuing to investigate the source of the outbreak. CDPH’s Division of Communicable Disease Control will continue to monitor for additional cases with a matching strain, coordinate follow-up of possible cases and review epidemiological data to further evaluate the source of the outbreak. CDPH’s Food and Drug Branch, in coordination with FDA and food safety partners in other state and local health departments are continuing efforts to trace food distributors and sources from sushi restaurants named by case patients. Salmonella symptoms include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps 12 to 72 hours after infection. Most patients recover without any treatment, however, some patients may need to be hospitalized because of the severity of the diarrhea. The disease can cause death if not treated promptly. For information about the FDA investigation visit: http://www.fda.gov/Food/RecallsOutbreaksEmergencies/Outbreaks/ucm447742.... |
 A stabbing took place on Saturday, May 16, at approximately 6:20pm. The victim received multiple stab wounds in the gang-related attack. The first medical call went out for the Palm and Santa Clara Street area. The victim was later located in the 100 block of Surrey Way and treated, above. He was transferred to Ventura County Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries. Police cordoned off the Palm/Santa Clara area, above. Suspect Daniel Torres has been arrested. Enlarge Photo By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 20th, 2015
 Daniel Torres On the evening of May 16, 2015, Sheriff’s deputies responded to the 500 block of Santa Clara St. in Fillmore, where it was reported that a male suspect had attacked and stabbed a man with a knife. The wounded victim fled to a nearby residence, where he was given first aid and transported to Ventura County Medical Center with serious wounds to his upper & lower body. During the initial investigation, detectives were able to identify the suspect as Daniel Torres and determined that the attack was gang related. On May 18, 2015, detectives from the Sheriff’s Gang Unit and Major Crimes Bureau located (S) Torres as he left a residence in the City of San Bernardino. Torres was immediately taken into custody and transported to the Ventura County Pre-Trial Detention Facility, where he was booked on charges of Attempt Murder and Committing a Crime for the Benefit of a Criminal Street Gang. Nature of Incident: Sheriff’s Detectives Apprehend Attempt Murder Suspect 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 Mark Ortega — Wednesday, May 20th, 2015
 (l-r) Sara Beylik, Stephen W. Baum Memorial Scholarship and David Cadena, FHS Alumni Scholarship. Back in January, the Scholarship Committee, under the umbrella of the Fillmore High Alumni Association offered the Current Seniors at our Alma Mater the 2015 Scholarship applications. 54 Students completed the applications, in hopes of completing elements required to be identified as an alumni scholarship recipient. After a rigorous grading process and reading of every autobiography handed in by all 54 students, the Scholarship Committee is proud to introduce the 2015 Fillmore High Alumni Scholars. We invite all F.H.S. Alumni to come and attend the 2015 Alumni Dinner/Dance, and meet this years recipients. You can pay for this years Alumni Dinner/Dance at Patterson Hardware, or print out a dinner reservation form at www.fillmorehighalumni.com. It's going to be a special night in Fillmore on June 13th, 2015. Scholarship recipient photos provided by Cornerstone Photography. Enlarge Photo  (l-r) Daisy Cota, FHS Alumni Scholarship and Emilio Hernandez, FHS Alumni Scanlin-Baldin Scholarship Enlarge Photo  (l-r) Anthony Hurtado, FHS Alumni John & Nit Lemley Scholarship and Timmy Klittich, FHS Alumni Scholarship Enlarge Photo  (l-r) Chad Petuoglu, FHS Alumni Scanlin-Baldin Scholarship and Grace Reilley, FHS Alumni Scanlin-Baldin Scholarship Enlarge Photo  (l-r) Arlinda Reyes, FHS Alumni Scholarship and Kayleigh Thompson, FHS Alumni Scanlin-Baldin Scholarship FHS Alumni John & Nit Lemely Scholarship Enlarge Photo  (l-r) Patricia Vasquez Cabrera, FHS Alumni Scanlin-Baldin Scholarship and Hayden Wright, FHS Alumni Scanlin-Baldin Scholarship Enlarge Photo |
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By Bob Crum — Wednesday, May 20th, 2015
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By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 20th, 2015
 A southbound car ran the red stoplight at River and A Street, Thursday, May 14th at 3:50pm, broadsiding a pickup truck. Traffic coming over Grimes Canyon was slowed for about an hour. No injuries were reported. Enlarge Photo |
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By Anonymous — Wednesday, May 20th, 2015
 A driver lost control of her car and crashed into a pepper tree at Clay and Main Streets, Friday, May 15. Witnesses stated a small dog in the street may have contributed to the accident. No injuries were reported. Enlarge Photo |
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By California Highway Patrol — Wednesday, May 20th, 2015
 California Highway Patrol A Santa Paula woman was killed on Thursday, May 14th in a two-vehicle traffic collision between El Rio and Saticoy. An 85-year old Fillmore woman was injured in the crash. The accident occurred before 4:30pm on Vineyard Avenue, near Highway 118. The 30-year old woman was driving a Mustang southbound on Vineyard, when she drifted into the northbound lanes, according to the California Highway Patrol. The Fillmore resident, driving a Buick, was unable to avoid the collision and was trapped in her car. She had to be extricated by firefighters, and was transported to Ventura County Medical Center with a broken sternum. Alcohol consumption by the deceased may have been a factor, according to the CHP. Vineyard was shut down for about two hours. |
