Oxnard--On August 15, at approximately 12:40 A.M., Oxnard police officers responded to a shooting victim in the 1600 block of East First Street.
When officers arrived, they located 28-year-old Diego Espinoza suffering from gunshot wounds. Espinoza was transported by ambulance to Ventura County Medical Center. Despite lifesaving measures, at approximately 6:40 a.m. Espinoza was pronounced deceased.
Detectives responded to the scene to assume the investigation and there is currently no clear motive for the shooting.
Investigators encourage anyone with any information who may have heard or seen anything to contact Detective Charles Buttell at 805-385-7688.
The City of Oxnard offers a $25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of any individuals responsible for committing homicides within the City.
Also, anyone with information regarding this case or other criminal activity should contact the Oxnard Police Department at 805-385-7755 or online via www.oxnardpd.org and click on Report Suspicious Activity. Residents can remain anonymous if they choose to do so or remain anonymous by calling Ventura County Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477.
Visit www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.
