Camarillo Police Department

Camarillo Pursuit and Arrest from 12/7

Arrests Made in Pursuit and Possession of Methamphetamine for Sales Investigation from Ventura County Sheriff's Office : Nixle Nature of Incident: Arrests Made in Pursuit and Possession of Methamphetamine for Sales Investigation   Report ...

Are you interested in a career with Ventura County Sheriff's Office? Come out to our recruitment event!

Come interact with our recruitment team!

This is a fantastic opportunity to meet the team and gain valuable insights into the recruitment process. The event is particularly relevant for those currently in background preparing to join the 2024 academy, which is set to take place in April. The Sheriff's Office is dedicated to making the recruitment process as accessible and transparent as possible.

This event will take place Saturday, December 9th - 10am at the Ventura County Criminal Justice Training Center, 106 Durley Ave. Camarillo, Ca 93010.

For more information email scott.vantassell.ventura.org

Camarillo Police Explorers took it upon themselves to collect and donate toys to the Spark of Love Toy Drive. If you would like to donate to the Spark of Love Toy drive, or if you are 14-20 years old and have an interest in exploring the field of law enforcement, we invite you to stop by Camarillo Police Department. We have a donation box in our station lobby and applications for the Explorer Program. Contact Senior Deputy John Meeker for details. 805-388-5130

Ma*****na and Illegal Fi****ms Investigation complete!

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The Camarillo Police Department is proud to announce Coffee with a Cop event. Coffee with a Cop brings deputies and community members together, over coffee, to discuss issues and learn more about resources, services and needs of the community.

This month’s Coffee with a Cop will feature members of the Camarillo Police Department Community Resources Unit. The Community Resources Unit is staffed by a Sheriff’s Sergeant, two Sheriff’s Senior Deputies, four School Resource Officers, one Project HOPE Deputy and three volunteer organizations. Senior Deputy John Meeker is your Crime Prevention Coordinator and will be present to provide crime prevention tips and current crime trends for the holiday season. Senior Deputy Ryan Shoden is your Youth Services Coordinator, and he will be present to discuss any community concerns related to our youth. Deputy Jason Havelka is the Project HOPE Deputy and will be present to discuss any concerns related to the vulnerable population in our city.



The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office and Camarillo Police Department have benefited from strong partnerships with the communities we serve and we want to hear your concerns. By sitting down and having a simple conversation, over coffee, deputies and community members can continue growing together.



The Camarillo Police Department would like to thank Starbucks for their continued partnership. These events will continue at various local businesses into next year.


Building relationships – one cup at a time.

On 11/28/2023, Camarillo Deputies located a subject who was experiencing a mental health crisis and had walked away from a local hospital. They were able to convince the subject to return to the hospital. Ventura Sheriff’s Deputies receive a significant amount of training for dealing with subjects experiencing a mental health crisis.

Camarillo Premium Outlets was the place to be for Black Friday shopping. Everyone was smiling including the . Camarillo Police Department would like to wish everyone a safe happy holiday season.

Project HOPE and and the Camarillo Police Department want to thank the Ventura County Rescue Mission and the Salvation Army Oxnard Corp. for the great food we were able to hand out on Thanksgiving Day to those in need.

The Camarillo Community Resources Unit is aware of on-going cryptocurrency scams. The scams generally target victims age 65 or older. The scam starts with the suspect calling the victim or the victim receiving a scam email. The scam email includes a phone number for the victim to call to fix a problem, like cancelling an order.

The scam suspects convince the victims into believing they need to pay a debt, a bill, a fine, a warrant or return funds. The scam suspects direct the victims to withdraw cash out of their bank account and then drive to a nearby Bitcoin ATM. At the Bitcoin ATM, the suspect instructs the victims how to input their cash (thousands of dollars) into the Bitcoin ATM and send their money to an unknown cryptocurrency wallet address. The victims later realize they were scammed and do not get the stolen funds returned. Similar scams using bitcoin and cryptocurrency are not new but have been increasing over the last few years as a mode to launder stolen money.

Scam suspects regularly use internet phone numbers using free mobile applications to commit scams. From prior investigations, detectives have learned the internet phone numbers originate outside the United States. Once the stolen funds are sent via the Bitcoin ATM, they are regularly cashed out using cryptocurrency exchanges outside the United States.

The Camarillo Community Resources Unit, with the help of Camarillo Citizens Patrol (C.C.P.), has started placing warning signs on Bitcoin ATMs throughout Camarillo to try and prevent additional victims. The Bitcoin ATMs are located inside numerous supermarkets, pharmacy stores, gas stations, to***co shops and liquor stores. Similar scam warning signs have been previously placed near gift card stands at various retailers in the city of Camarillo. Scam suspects are still using gift cards as another method of instructing victims to send money.

The Camarillo Community Resources Unit would like to remind the public to never allow an unknown subject from an unsolicited phone call or phone number from a scam email to have remote access (using programs like AnyDesk) into their computer. Scam suspects remoting into computers can obtain personal identifying information and can trick victims into thinking they received too much money, and therefore need to send money back using methods like a Bitcoin ATM to fix a “mistake.”

The Camarillo Community Resources Unit continues to combat scams by teaching scam presentations to various communities in the City of Camarillo to inform them about how scams operate and how to avoid becoming a victim.

The C.C.P. is a community-based crime prevention program exercising pro-active law enforcement principles. The C.C.P. program is composed of volunteers who desire to interact, serve, and protect their community. C.C.P. members conduct visibility patrols, assist with community-based activities such as parades, perform vacation house checks, conduct traffic control at collisions, help during local incidents and events, perform Kid Print and Person At-Risk Cards, and perform other specialized station duties.

If you are interested in learning more about volunteering, or wish to sign up, please stop by the Camarillo Police Station for a program specific pamphlet or call Senior Deputy John Meeker at (805)-388-5130.



Prepared by:
Senior Deputy Ryan Shoden
News Release Date:
11/16/2023
Media Follow-Up Contact:
Senior Deputy Ryan Shoden
Camarillo Community Resources Unit
[email protected]
Desk: (805) 388-5131

Thank you Veterans. The Camarillo Police Department appreciates and values your service and the sacrifices made for our country.

This morning, our Explorer Post headed out on a hike together in honor of our Veterans.

The Camarillo Police Department’s public lobby is closed today in observance of Veterans Day. We will resume normal hours on Monday 11/13/2023.

Posted • Sergeant Ronald Lee Helus
July 21, 1964 - November 8, 2018
Sergeant Ron Helus, a 29-year member of the Sheriff's Office, was shot and killed after responding to an active shooter at the Borderline Bar & Grill in Thousand Oaks. When he arrived, Sergeant Helus heard gunfire coming from inside the bar, which was occupied by nearly 200 college students. He immediately entered the bar and confronted the shooter. Sergeant Helus was severely wounded, and was taken to a local hospital, where he died from his injuries. Ron's heroic and swift actions undoubtedly saved many lives that night. Ron is survived by his wife, Karen, and son, Jordan.

Ventura County Sheriff's Office Press Conference - 11/7/23 - 10:00AM The Ventura County Sheriff's Office will be livestreaming a press conference on Tuesday November 7, 2023 at 10:00AM.

A 69-year-old man, identified as Paul Kessler, died as a result of injuries sustained during an altercation at a Pro-Israeli / Pro-Palestinian event, both of which were occurring simultaneously at the intersection of Westlake Blvd. and Thousand Oaks Blvd. The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident and has not ruled out the possibility of a hate crime.

On November 5, 2023, at approximately 3:20 PM, multiple citizens called the Ventura County Sheriff’s Communication Center to report a battery had occurred at the intersection of Westlake Boulevard and Thousand Oaks Boulevard in the City of Thousand Oaks. The intersection was the location of a Pro-Israeli / Pro-Palestinian demonstration.

Upon arrival, responding deputies located Kessler, who was suffering from a head injury. Witness accounts indicated that Kessler was involved in a physical altercation with counter-protestor(s). During the altercation, Kessler fell backwards and struck his head on the ground. Kessler was transported to an area hospital for advanced medical treatment. On November 6, 2023, Kessler succumbed to his injuries.

An autopsy was performed on November 6th and the Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office determined the cause of death to be blunt force head injury and the manner of death homicide.

This is an active and ongoing investigation, and the incident appears to be isolated and not part of a large effort.

The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office is requesting assistance from the public regarding this ongoing investigation. Anyone who witnessed or has knowledge of the incident, or who was present at the demonstration is encouraged to contact Detective Stump at (805) 384-4745.


If you prefer to remain anonymous you may contact Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477). Those who wish to share video or pictures of the incident can do so and can remain anonymous by using the following link: https://venturasheriffca.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/23-142110 (Repost from )

The Camarillo Police Department would like to remind everyone to keep your personal items with you at all times. Leaving a handbag, open, with a cell phone and wallet visible, unattended is never a good idea. Some thieves are part of professional crews or seeking out their intended victim, where others are opportunistic, so do not give them an opportunity to take your belongings.

Sheriff’s Employees Grow Facial Hair in Support of Non-Profits from Ventura County Sheriff's Office : Nixle Nature of Incident: Sheriff’s Employees Grow Facial Hair in Support of Non-Profits Location: Ventura County, California Date & Time: The ...

Camarillo Police Department would like to thank AlmaVia of Camarillo for inviting us to their First Responders Appreciation BBQ.

Happy Halloween from the Camarillo Police Department. 👻 🎃

October 28, 2014 is a day we will never forget!  Deputy Yevhen “Eugene” Kostiuchenko was tragically killed by a drunk driver around 1:15 am. Nine years later, we continue to honor Eugene. A ceremony was conducted by Commander Tennessen and Sheriff Fryhoff at the Camarillo Police Department. Camarillo Deputies joined Eugene’s widow Maura Kelly in front of the station to remember the life of Eugene highlighting what a great person he was, how he loved being a deputy sheriff and how hard he worked as a deputy here in Camarillo. Please take time today to remember Eugene and honor the sacrifice he made for our community.

Thank you Rancho Rosal Elementary for allowing us to be with your students during Red Ribbon week! “Be kind to your mind. Live Drug Free.”

Community partnership at its finest! The Camarillo Police Department would like to thank all of our wonderful community organizations and every family who came out last night for our first annual Trunk or Treat. We had a great time and would like to wish everyone a happy safe Halloween! Stay tuned for additional pictures and videos! 🎃

On 10/28/2023, the Camarillo Police Department is proud to participate in the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Take Back Initiative event. The event will be held at Camarillo Police Department from 10:00am until 2:00pm. We would like to invite Camarillo residents to deliver all unused, unwanted or expired medications for destruction. Law Enforcement officials will dispose of these substances in a secure non-hazardous manner.

Camarillo Prowling and Peeking Arrest Media Release from Ventura County Sheriff's Office : Nixle Nature of Incident: Camarillo Resident Arrested for Prowling and Peeking Report Number: 23-132814 and 23-134672 Location: 2400 block of Pickwick ...

Official Media Release regarding Fentanyl seizure by Camarillo deputies.

Camarillo Possession of Fentanyl for Sales Arrest Media Release from Ventura County Sheriff's Office : Nixle Nature of Incident: Possession of Fentanyl for Sales Arrest Report Number: 23-136425 Location: 2300 block of Las Posas Road Date & ...

Camarillo patrol deputies located about 530 grams of fentanyl during a traffic stop in the City of Camarillo. (See attached media release.)

As Red Ribbon Week continues, Deputy Castaneda and Deputy Muriedas went to Cape Charter School with their K9 partners “Danny” and “Koa” to talk to students all about the training, uses and benefits of police canines. K9 Koa even got to put her nose to the test and show students how she can locate contraband.

Thank you Dos Caminos for allowing us to be with your students during Red Ribbon week! “Be kind to your mind. Live Drug free.”

As Red Ribbon Week continues, Rancho Campana High School welcomed Sergeant Hajducko from the Ventura County Sheriffs Office Narcotics Unit for an informational presentation. The presentation discussed the Fentanyl Overdose and Crimes Units (FOCUS), fentanyl, methamphetamine, he**in, and other illicit drugs and prescribed medications. The presentation also described these drugs effects on the mind, body, brain and their dangers.

Thank you Tierra Linda Elementary for allowing us to be with your students during Red Ribbon week! “Be kind to your mind. Live Drug
free.”

The Camarillo Police Department will be participating in many events this “Red Ribbon Week” as we remind people to “Be kind To Your Mind. Live Drug Free.” Most events are in partnership with the Oxnard Union High School District and Pleasant Valley School District. The first event was at the Wellness Center this morning at Frontier High School. We had a great time meeting with students as they began their day.

Our explorers have been busy this season! 🍂🍁VCSO 150th BBQ and Underwood family farms! Keep up the good work!

Meet Cadet Fox! 👋 He’s breaking down the Textbook and Tuition Reimbursement Program along with his day to day duties as a Sheriff’s Cadet. Cadet Applications are now open until October 31! Know someone interested in a career in law enforcement or just wanting to make a positive impact in their community? You know where to direct them 👉 www.ApplyVenturaSheriff.org

During the month of July 2023, Camarillo deputies obtained information that Alexia Topete was involved in narcotic sales to residents of the city of Camarillo. During the subsequent investigation, Topete was arrested for drug sales and firearm charges. (See attached media release.)

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Public Awareness / Vehicle Thefts / Early Model Chevy Silverado Trucks from Ventura County Sheriff's Office : Nixle Nature of Incident: Public Awareness / Vehicle Thefts / Early Model Chevy Silverado Trucks     Location: Various locations throughout the ...

Camarillo deputies had a great time supporting Ventura County Department of Child Support Services at their annual Trunk or Treat. We look forward to seeing more kids and families at the Camarillo Police Trunk or Treat on 10/26/2023 from 6:00pm-8:00pm at our station.

Media release for the 10/10/2023 theft at the Camarillo Outlets.

Arrests Made in Organized Retail Theft Investigation from Ventura County Sheriff's Office : Nixle Nature of Incident: Arrests Made in Organized Retail Theft Investigation Report Number: 23-130523 Location: 700 Block of West Ventura Boulevard, ...