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Are you sleeping with the enemy?

Malaika Cohen, author of SHACKLES- Overcoming Domestic Abuse a Modern Day Taboo, shares her experience as a domestic abuse survivor and how you can help others in similar situations.
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Unsolved Murder: Mike Grair

On October 10, 2008, Michael Grair's body was found inside his white Cadillac Escalade behind a vacant commercial center he owned. The engine was still running. His murder has yet to be solved and his family is offering $100,000 for information leading to the arrest or conviction of the killer or killers.
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Ventura County Crime Library

Our newest feature Includes gang information, unsolved murders and high profile cases.
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The Parent Toolbox

Safety & Prevention Resources
Order your free Child Safety Kit, learn how to discuss bullying with your child and how to help prevent child abductions.

Among the resources include how to deal with internet safety and cyberbullying, and how to empower your child so they will be prepared when dealing with dangerous situations.

Davina & Brock Husted

Unsolved Murder
On May 20, 2009, an intruder wearing a dark jumpsuit and a motorcycle helmet, entered the home of Davina & Brock Husted. After a brief confrontation, the suspect murdered both the husband and pregnant wife while the children were at home.

The case has not been solved and has yet to be determined if it was targeted or random.

Employment Opportunities

Jobs & Careers
The City of Ventura is currently hiring to fill temporary jobs ranging from $8.23 to $40 an hour. This includes after school programs, sports official, and driving positions.

The City of Oxnard also has employment opportunities, but don't delay, as some have deadlines. Listings include application instructions.
March 9, 2009 : Read the full story

Oxnard PD's Guide to Twitter

Social Media Guide
We compiled a list of Oxnard PD's twitter feeds, according to beat sections.

We encourage you to add the appropriate account and get to know your beat officers.
May 2, 2009 : Read the full story
Persons appearing in our blog may not have not been convicted of the charges for which they are accused and are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Ventura: Fatal Pedestrian Traffic Accident: Susan Jeanne Herman (Victim)

Reporter: Elidet Reyes 2 Responses
August 24, 2009

Incident: Fatal Pedestrian Traffic Accident
Location: Shoreline Drive west of Figueroa Street, Ventura, CA
Date/Time Occurred: August 24th, 2009 / 6:05 p.m.
Officer(s) Involved: Traffic Sergeant Ryan Weeks, Numerous Patrol Officers
Victim(s): Susan Jeanne Herman (deceased), 60 years, Casitas Springs
Suspect(s): None
Report #: 09 - 11511

Narrative:

On August 24th, 2009 at about 6:05 p.m. Ventura Police received an emergency 911 call of an injury traffic accident that had just occurred on Shoreline Drive west of Figueroa Street in Ventura. Witness statements indicate that the pedestrian (Herman) was walking her dog across Shoreline Drive from the Derby Club area of the Fairgrounds toward the promenade beach area. As she began crossing the street she was struck by a westbound vehicle driven by a 16 year old male juvenile.

When Officers arrived the female pedestrian was in critical condition and her dog was deceased, Ventura Fire Department and AMR personnel attempted to save the victim but she succumbed to her injuries at the scene.

VPD Traffic Sgt. Ryan Weeks and additional traffic investigators responded to the scene and are continuing to conduct an investigation to determine the cause of the accident. Weeks said that an independent witness at the scene said it appeared that the 16 year juvenile was traveling at a safe speed just prior to the collision.

Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office was also contacted and they made notification to the victim’s family, they also said that the cause of death is still under investigation. Ventura County Animal Control Units responded and took possession of the deceased dog which appeared to be a mixed collie breed black in color.

Any other witnesses that may have observed this collision are encouraged to contact the Ventura Police Department Traffic Division at (805) 339-4309.


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Federal Jury Clears Oxnard Police Department Sergeant in Trial of Wrongful Death Lawsuit

Reporter: Elidet Reyes 3 Responses
August 18, 2009

Occurrence/Event:
Federal Jury Clears Oxnard Police Department Sergeant in Trial of Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Day/Date/Time:
Tuesday, August 18, 2009 @ 11:20am
Location:
United States District Court
Los Angeles, CA

Involved Parties:

Plaintiff Tomas Barrera
Represented by:
Gregory A. Yates, Encino, CA (310) 858-6944

Plaintiff Maria Lazos
Represented by:
Jenny Scovis and Kim Scovis, Thousand Oaks

Defendant Sgt. Andrew Salinas
Represented by:
Alan E. Wisotsky and Dirk DeGenna, Oxnard

Prepared By:
Alan E. Wisotsky

Narrative:

A Los Angles federal jury unanimously found in favor of Sgt. Andrew Salinas on Tuesday following a week-long trial of a Civil Rights/Wrongful Death lawsuit brought by the parents of Thomas Barrera, Jr. who was shot and killed on October 3, 2007 in Oxnard, CA.

Barrera, a 22 year-old Oxnard resident, was believed to have been burglarizing a truck in the early morning hours on Fifth Street near Hobson Way. Salinas stopped to investigate and engaged in a foot pursuit of Barrera when he fled the scene.

During the pursuit, Barrera threw a wrench set at Salinas which struck the officer. Moments later, Barrera turned again and brandished a 6-inch knife, swinging at Salinas from a distance of 5-8 feet. Faced with this imminent threat, Salinas fired four shots from his department-issued handgun, striking Barrera three times. Barrera died at the scene.

Salinas presented testimony from Dr. William Lewinski, a Minnesota State University professor who has conducted research and studies in “Force Dynamics” for the past 25 years. Dr. Lewinski addressed the action/reaction, turning movements and “stop-shooting” dynamics which play a role in lethal force encounters.

The jury began deliberating late Monday afternoon and returned with its verdict Tuesday morning.


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