Oxnard—On February 22, 2025, at approximately 11:19 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle at Oxnard Blvd and Orchard Pl. Officers contacted the driver identified as 24-year-old Jose Vega.
Officers learned Vega was on probation and a documented gang member. During a probation search of Vega’s vehicle, Officers located a loaded semi-automatic handgun. Vega is prohibited from owning or possessing firearms. Vega was arrested for numerous firearms-related charges.
Anyone with information regarding this case or other criminal activity should contact the Oxnard Police Department at 805-385-7600 or online via oxnardpd.org and click “Report Suspicious Activity.”
Residents can remain anonymous by calling Ventura County Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477. You can also visit venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit a tip via text or email.