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CrimeJul 30, 20263 minSanta Paula Man Sentenced to 22 Years in State Prison for Molesting Two Children
Leonel Galindo Galindo, 37, of Santa Paula, has been sentenced to 22 years in California state prison following his conviction on eight felony counts of lewd acts upon a child. Ventura County prosecutors revealed that Galindo abused two victims under the age of 14 inside their home between 2018 and 2020 while exploiting a position of trust. Following an extensive investigation by District Attorney investigators, Galindo was arrested in May 2025 and formally sentenced on July 30, 2026.
Lana J. Yang
CrimeJul 30, 20263 minOut-of-State Convicted Felon Arrested with Concealed Handgun on Highway 126 Near Fillmore
A late-night traffic stop on State Route 126 outside Fillmore led to the arrest of 51-year-old Louisiana resident Clarence Williams after Ventura County Sheriff's deputies located a concealed handgun in his vehicle's glovebox. Williams, a convicted felon, was also found to have active out-of-state arrest warrants for pimping and pandering. Because non-extradition agreements prevented his transfer to Texas or Louisiana, Williams was booked into county custody strictly on local felony weapons charges before posting bond.
Lana J. Yang
CrimeJul 30, 20263 minMoorpark Man Sentenced to 10 Years in State Prison After Shooting at Propane Tanks and Sheriff's Deputies
William Cornelis Boer, 63, of Moorpark, has been sentenced to 10 years in California state prison following a violent September 2024 domestic standoff in which he attempted to ignite propane tanks inside a residence, shot at a propane tank near his estranged wife's vehicle, and opened fire on responding Ventura County Sheriff's deputies. Boer pled guilty to felony charges including possession of explosives and assault with a deadly weapon.
Lana J. Yang
CrimeJul 30, 20263 minSimi Valley Equestrian Trainer Arrested for Alleged Sexual Assault of Child Under 14 in Moorpark
Sheriff's detectives have arrested 64-year-old Simi Valley resident and equestrian trainer Marc Blumberg on felony charges of lewd acts upon a child under 14 and unlawful transfer of a firearm. The arrest follows an extensive investigation into allegations stemming from a Moorpark horse ranch where Blumberg provided training. Authorities served a residential search warrant on July 23, 2026, and are urging potential additional victims or witnesses to come forward.
Lana J. Yang
Local NewsJul 30, 20264 minOxnard Family Launches Community Appeal to Support Mother Facing Dual Medical Crises for Relatives Abroad
Four siblings in Oxnard, California, led by organizer J'net Galicia, have launched a community fundraising drive to support their mother, Cristina "Cristy," as her father and brother face simultaneous life-threatening health emergencies in rural Mexico. With her brother suffering from severe brain inflammation and her father diagnosed with serious liver disease, the family is rallying to relieve the compounding financial and emotional strain on their hardworking mother.
Lana J. Yang
CRIMEJul 29, 20263 minThousand Oaks Building Inspector and Associate Ordered to Stand Trial in City Permit Bribery Scheme
A Ventura County Superior Court judge has ruled that there is sufficient evidence for Thousand Oaks building inspector Ray Allen Villanueva III and co-defendant Jimmy Daniel Coronado to stand trial on felony bribery charges. Prosecutors allege the men conspired to solicit a financial bribe from a licensed contractor in exchange for expediting city building permits and approving a fake final inspection on an unfinished residential project. Both defendants remain out of custody on $20,000 bail ahead of their August arraignment.
Lana J. Yang
CrimeJul 29, 20264 minLate-Night Prowler Arrested by Police K-9 After Damaging Private Property in Simi Valley Neighborhood
Simi Valley Police officers arrested 38-year-old local resident Tyler Conn late Monday night after he allegedly broke into multiple residential yards, damaged private property, and attempted to flee from law enforcement. Supported by a police K-9 unit, officers apprehended Conn following a brief struggle near Pride Street and Willowbrook Lane. Conn was booked into county custody on charges including prowling, vandalism, narcotics possession, and resisting arrest.
Lana J. Yang
CrimeJul 29, 20263 minOxnard Police Arrest 28-Year-Old Suspect in Connection With June Officer-Involved Shooting
Oxnard Police Department Major Crimes Detectives have arrested 28-year-old Victor Gallegos at the Ventura County Jail on multiple felony charges linked to a June 17 officer-involved shooting on Neap Place. Gallegos faces charges including assault on a peace officer, battery on an officer, preventing an executive officer from performing their duty, and felony evading, with bail set at $1 million. Detectives are continuing to appeal to the public for additional witnesses and information.
Lana J. Yang
CrimeJul 29, 20263 minConvicted Felon Arrested After Foot Pursuit in Camarillo Residential Neighborhood
Camarillo deputies arrested 31-year-old convicted felon Gabriel Beserra on Saturday, July 25, 2026, following a foot chase through a residential neighborhood on Calle La Sombra. Beserra, who was wanted on an active domestic violence warrant and a new domestic battery call on Daily Drive, fled from officers before being taken into custody. He remains booked at the Ventura County Pre-Trial Detention Facility on $200,000 bail.
Lana J. Yang
CRIMEJul 29, 20263 minRepeat Offender Arrested at Simi Valley Elementary School Following Suspected Narcotics Incident
Simi Valley Police arrested 30-year-old Armando Valle-Martinez on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, after he entered Katherine Elementary School, exhibited suspicious behavior in a restroom, and left narcotics behind. The incident marks Valle-Martinez's eighth arrest since May 2026 on charges including burglary, weapons, and drugs. Ventura County Probation has taken steps to strengthen his probation status as community members voice concerns over repeat offenses.
Lana J. Yang
CRIMEJul 28, 20263 minLancaster Man Sentenced to 46 Years in State Prison for Human Trafficking, Pimping, and Domestic Violence
Jalen Amir Yoakum, 25, of Lancaster, was sentenced to 46 years in California state prison following his conviction for human trafficking, pimping, domestic violence, and witness intimidation. Ventura County prosecutors revealed that Yoakum met the victim on Instagram in 2024 before coercing her into commercial sex work, physically assaulting her, and taking her earnings. He was arrested following a high-speed pursuit in Camarillo in January 2025 and faces a separate trial in August 2026 for a crash related to that chase.
Lana J. Yang
CrimeJul 28, 20263 minPort Hueneme Man Sentenced to 22 Years in State Prison for Child Molestation, Weapon, and Drug Convictions
Mathew Gomez, 40, of Port Hueneme, was sentenced on July 15, 2026, to 22 years in California state prison following a conviction for child molestation, illegal firearm transfer, and drug sales. Ventura County prosecutors revealed that Gomez repeatedly abused a minor victim between 2021 and 2023 at residences in Moorpark and Port Hueneme before the victim disclosed the abuse to a trusted adult, leading to his arrest and the recovery of an unregistered firearm and narcotics.
Lana J. Yang
Local NewsJul 28, 20264 minFirefighters Extinguish Half-Acre Bennett Fire North of Simi Valley as Officials Issue Wildfire Safety Reminders
Ventura County firefighters rapidly contained and extinguished the half-acre 'Bennett Fire' in the 4600 block of Bennett Road north of Simi Valley on Monday morning, July 27, 2026. Forward progress was stopped at 10:49 a.m., with crews applying water and firefighting foam to hot spots before establishing 24-hour monitoring patrols. Officials remind residents to sign up for emergency alerts and review evacuation protocols during wildland fire season.
Lana J. Yang
CRIMEJul 28, 20263 minVentura Police Arrest 33-Year-Old Man on Attempted Murder Charges Following Violent Domestic Attack
Ventura police arrested 33-year-old Ignacio Anzaldo on multiple violent felony charges—including attempted murder, kidnapping, and assault with a deadly weapon—after a domestic violence victim arrived at police headquarters suffering from severe knife wounds and injuries. Police report the suspect threatened to kill the victim and drove her to a remote canyon in Santa Paula before a brave resident intervened, allowing her to escape.
Lana J. Yang
Public SafetyJul 28, 20264 minOxnard Road Safety Concerns Rise Following Fatal Friday Crashes
A devastating series of traffic incidents unfolded across Oxnard on Friday, July 24, 2026, resulting in the death of a 59-year-old pedestrian and leaving a 52-year-old motorcyclist critically injured. Despite law enforcement confirming that alcohol and drugs were not factors in either crash, local police later conducted dual DUI checkpoints overnight, making two arrests and issuing dozens of citations in a broader effort to improve street safety.
Lana J. Yang
Local NewsJul 28, 20264 minStolen E-Bikes Recovered After Ventura Police Catch Repeat Suspect
Officers Chase Lee and Bryan Nakabayashi of the Ventura Police Department recovered approximately $6,200 worth of stolen electric bicycles following a series of proactive enforcement stops on Victoria Avenue. The operations resulted in the arrest of a repeat offender and the return of burglary-stolen property directly to local victims.
Lana J. Yang
Law Enforcement & Local CrimeJul 27, 2026Proactive Patrol Leads to Arrest of Convicted Felon on Firearm and Fentanyl Charges in Ventura
A proactive patrol targeting illegal motorhome parking along Dupont Street led to the arrest of 28-year-old convicted felon Isaac Patterson by Ventura Police officers. Assisted by K9 Torque, officers recovered a loaded, unregistered 9mm handgun, fentanyl for sale, and currency indicative of drug dealing. Patterson was booked into Ventura County Jail on multiple weapons and narcotics charges. While police highlight the seizure as a victory for public safety, civil liberties advocates continue to question the use of parking enforcement as a gateway for intrusive searches.
Casey Hayes
Local NewsJul 24, 20263 min52-Year-Old Motorcyclist Critically Injured in Early-Morning Collision on Ventura Road
A 52-year-old Oxnard motorcyclist is in critical condition after broadsiding a 2024 Nissan Altima at Ventura Road and Doris Avenue on July 24, 2026. Police say the rider was splitting lanes southbound when the northbound Nissan turned left into the intersection. The 33-year-old driver cooperated, and impairment was ruled out. The crash, occurring the same morning as another critical pedestrian accident, serves as a stark reminder for drivers and riders to practice patience and caution.
Lana J. Yang
Local NewsJul 24, 20263 minPedestrian Critically Injured After Being Struck and Run Over at Center Point Mall Driveway in Oxnard
A male pedestrian in his 60s is in critical condition after being hit and run over by a 2023 Toyota Tacoma on July 24, 2026, in the driveway of Center Point Mall on West Channel Islands Boulevard. Oxnard Police state the 53-year-old female driver stopped at the exit and hit the pedestrian while turning right onto the boulevard. The driver cooperated with investigators, and neither speed nor impairment contributed to the crash.
Lana J. Yang
Public SafetyJul 23, 20263 minCalifornia Department of Justice Takes Over Investigation into Fatal Simi Valley Police Shooting Under AB 1506
The California Department of Justice has initiated an independent AB 1506 investigation into the July 21, 2026, fatal officer-involved shooting in Simi Valley. According to Simi Valley Police, the suspect—wanted for felony domestic violence—led officers on a pursuit before driving toward an officer and colliding with a police motorcycle on Dusan Street. State investigators with CaPSIT have assumed primary control of the case to evaluate the force used and deliver an independent prosecutorial review.
Lana J. Yang