NEWS RELEASE:
District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that Jaylin Edwards (DOB 12/28/96), of Oxnard, was convicted on November 15, 2024, of all charges related to a 2019 shooting that ...injured two people, including a young girl who was left paralyzed. Edwards was found guilty of attempted murder, shooting at an inhabited dwelling, and two counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm. All charges are felonies. The jury also found true all special allegations, including causing great bodily injury (GBI) and personal and intentional discharge of a firearm causing GBI. Edwards also admitted to additional aggravating factors of the crime involving great violence, being armed with and using a weapon, engaging in violent conduct, and that the victims were vulnerable.
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https://www.vcdistrictattorney.com/2024/11/oxnard-man-convicted-of-attempted-murder-for-shooting-into-home
💡 It’s International Fraud Awareness Week! Fraud impacts everyone, from individuals to entire communities. Whether it’s insurance fraud, identity theft, or scams targeting seniors, it’s up ...to all of us to stay informed and vigilant.
Throughout this week, we will share some common frauds or scams to look out for, especially over the holidays.
📞 If you suspect fraudulent activity, report it to law enforcement or the appropriate agency. Together, we can fight fraud and protect what matters most.
#FraudAwarenessWeek #FightFraud #ProtectYourCommunity
The California Family Justice Network (CFJN) Fall Meeting was hosted at the Carmen Ramirez Family Justice Center in Oxnard today. The gathering brought together representatives from over a dozen ...Family Justice Centers across California. They got a tour of the newest FJC under construction in Ventura County while continuing to strengthen our unified mission of providing safety, support, and hope to survivors.
The CFJN supports 70,000+ victims annually, addressing domestic violence, elder abuse, child abuse, and human trafficking. Through education, training, and collaboration, CFJN empowers FJCs across the state to deliver life-changing, coordinated care.
Ventura County Family Justice Center
Ventura County Family Justice Center Foundation
NEWS RELEASE:
The Ventura County District Attorney’s Office is reminding Ventura County residents to be aware of possible price gouging for essential foods, medicines, household necessities, ...and housing following the Mountain Fire incident.
“Exploiting those affected by the devastating Mountain Fire for financial gain is illegal and will not be tolerated,” said District Attorney Erik Nasarenko. “I encourage anyone who suspects price gouging to report it to our office immediately so we can undertake a review and investigation.”
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https://www.vcdistrictattorney.com/2024/11/district-attorneys-office-issues-warning-against-price-gouging-amid-mountain-fire-state-of-emergency
News Release: Office of Traffic Safety Awards $539,631 Grant to the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office for Specialized DUI Prosecution Team
The Ventura County District Attorney’s ...Office announced today that it has received a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to support a specialized prosecution team that handles alcohol and drug impaired driving cases. The grant program runs through September 2025.
This is the thirteenth year the District Attorney’s Office has received funding from the OTS for a specialized DUI prosecution program. Last year, the DUI Unit filed 2,699 DUI cases, including 119 DUI drug cases and 17 DUI combined alcohol and drug cases.
Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
https://www.vcdistrictattorney.com/2024/11/office-of-traffic-safety-awards-539631-grant-to-the-ventura-county-district-attorneys-office-for-specialized-dui-prosecution-team
MOUNTAIN FIRE UPDATE: The Local Assistance Center will be open starting today, Monday through Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Ventura County Office of Education, 5100 Adolfo Rd, ...Camarillo, CA. For more details, visit VCemergency.com.
District Attorney Erik Nasarenko welcomed a group of young, aspiring legal minds from Topa Topa Elementary to the courthouse! The students had a chance to experience the courtroom firsthand, ...participating in a mock trial and learning about the justice system. DA Nasarenko shared insights into the important role of the DA’s office and students met one of our courthouse dogs.
Thank you, Topa Topa Elementary School, for spending part of your day with us! ⚖️
📸: Trevor Quirk
#MockTrial #FutureLeaders #TopaTopaElementary #DAOffice #CommunityEngagement
Our office had the honor of being invited back to speak at the 2024 National Conference for The Arc of the United States in Columbus, Ohio. Senior Victim Advocate Kellie Tyndall and Supervising ...Deputy District Attorney Melissa McMurdo led a powerful presentation on “Ensuring Equal Access to the Criminal Justice System: The Intersection of Disability and Crime Victimization.”
Through this event, we continue to deepen our commitment to supporting victims with disabilities. We’re grateful for the opportunity to learn and connect with others in the field, reinforcing our mission of ensuring every victim’s voice is heard.
#TheArc #DisabilityRights #VenturaCountyDA #EqualAccess #JusticeForAll
NEWS RELEASE:
District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that Tekquan Alexander (DOB 10/06/96), of Thousand Oaks, was convicted by a jury of three felony counts for beating his young ...daughter into a vegetative state. Alexander was convicted of torture, assault on a child causing a comatose condition, and corporal injury to a child. The jury and judge also found true all special allegations and aggravating factors, including the victim being vulnerable, Alexander taking advantage of a position of trust, and causing great bodily injury to a child under five.
“Alani faces a future filled with unimaginable challenges due to the defendant’s reprehensible conduct, but today’s verdict holds him accountable and brings a measure of justice to her and to all those profoundly affected by this case,” said Deputy District Attorney Rikole Kelly, who prosecuted the case.
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