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Santa Paula Man Sentenced to 25 Years to Life for Attempted Murder of Neighbor
A Santa Paula man has been sentenced to 25 years to life behind bars for the attempted murder of his neighbor following a seemingly innocuous verbal spat turned violent. Richard Steven Valencia, 45, will now face the consequences of his actions – the near-fatal shooting that left a man paralyzed from the neck down, reported KTLA.
Ojai man sentenced to 18 years in prison for killing of friend
Cameron Scott Lykins, a 28-year-old Ojai man, received an 18-year prison sentence Friday for the killing of his friend, Houston Auer, after his guilty plea of voluntary manslaughter last month, according to the Ventura County District Attorney's Office (VCDAO). The post Ojai man sentenced to 18 years in prison for killing of friend appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
California Strawberry Festival kicks off at Ventura County Fairgrounds
VENTURA, Calif.-The California Strawberry Festival is celebrating Ventura County's top cash crop with strawberry treats and live music. On the first day of the festival many people wore strawberry inspired hats and clothing. They also bought strawberries from local growers selling trays, 3-packs or single baskets. Vendors are selling all kinds of strawberry enhanced treats The post California Strawberry Festival kicks off at Ventura County Fairgrounds appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
Authorities investigate death near Highway 101 in Newbury Park
Authorities are investigating a death reported late Friday afternoon near Highway 101 in Newbury Park. The incident, reported around 4:40 p.m. as a medical emergency, brought firefighters and law enforcement personnel to an area along the southbound freeway near Ventu Park Road. Freeway ramps and surface streets cut through wooded areas along the highway shoulder in the vicinity. ...
California man pleads guilty to repeatedly raping young sister
VENTURA COUNTY, Calif. - A man pled guilty to raping his young sister years ago at their home in Ventura County. Stephen Delacruz, 37, pled guilty to eight felonies, including three counts of forcible rape, three counts of forcible oral copulation, and two counts of sexual penetration by a foreign object. Delacruz also admitted to the special allegations that the victim was under 18 years of age.
Elderly man attacked by transient on Main Street in Ventura
A man walking on a popular Ventura street was attacked by a homeless man shortly after sunrise Friday morning. Officers were initially called to the 400 block of Main Street just after 6:30 a.m. because someone was breaking windows at a local restaurant, the Ventura Police Department stated in a news release. While officers were […]
Suspect in Moorpark Stabbing Arrested After Multiday Manhunt
A man suspected of attempted murder was nabbed by sheriff investigators after a pursuit across Moorpark farmlands, authorities said. Samuel Adolfo, 31, was arrested on May 15th in the 8000 block of Positas Road following a comprehensive search by the Ventura County Sheriff's Office. Adolfo is accused of a violent stabbing that occurred on May 6th.
Search continues for hit and run driver involved in fatal collision in Ventura County
The search continues for the driver of a fatal hit and run collision in Ventura County, but we now know the name of the victim. Oxnard Police say Ponciano Abarca-Garcia was in a crosswalk at the intersection of Cooper Road and Grant Avenue Monday night when he apparently fell down.
Proposal to redevelop mosque in Simi Valley heads to planning commissioners
The Islamic Society of Simi Valley is seeking the city’s approval to replace its mosque with one twice its size at 4343 Township Ave. The Simi Valley Planning Commission will discuss Wednesday whether to recommend the City Council approve the project. The Islamic Society, also known as Green Crescent...
Victorville Man Arrested for 2004 Cold Case Murder in Moorpark CA
MOORPARK, Calif. (VVNG.com) — In a significant breakthrough, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Cold Case Unit has arrested a Victorville man in connection with a murder that remained unsolved for two decades. Antoine Nehme,72, has been taken into custody for the murder of Dennis Wood, a crime that occurred...
Santa Paula Hospital's maternity ward, ICU would close in agency's proposal
The birthing and intensive care units at financially embattled Santa Paula Hospital would close later this year in a budget plan presented Tuesday by its operator, the Ventura County Health Care Agency. The proposed closures are driven by deliveries that fell to 167 births last year, compared to 502 in 2010. The county-run...
Moorpark High student arrested for falsely reporting a gun on campus Thursday
A 17-year-old Moorpark High School student was arrested for making multiple false reports of an emergency regarding a firearm at their school Thursday. The post Moorpark High student arrested for falsely reporting a gun on campus Thursday appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
Two Chinese nationals arrested during retail theft prevention operation in Moorpark
Two Chinese nationals were arrested on May 10 during a pre-planned operation by the Ventura County Organized Retail Theft Task Force and Loss Prevention Officers at the Moorpark Target. The post Two Chinese nationals arrested during retail theft prevention operation in Moorpark appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
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