Following a series of investigations into two shootings in Oxnard, the Oxnard Police Department, together with the Ventura County Sheriff's Office, arrested 20-year-old Juan Hernandez-Nunez on charges connected to these violent incidents. According to a news release issued by the Oxnard Police Department, Hernandez-Nunez is accused of assault with a deadly weapon, shooting at an occupied dwelling, making criminal threats, and attempted murder.
Early morning on October 4th, responding officers found a 20-year-old male with a gunshot wound in the 1400 block of Valley Park Drive. The victim, who sustained non-life-threatening injuries, was promptly treated and transported to a local area hospital. Meanwhile, the Violent Crimes Unit identified Hernandez-Nunez as the assailant responsible for not just this shooting, but another in El Rio, believed to be motivated by an ongoing domestic dispute.
In the subsequent days, collaboration between the involved agencies led to the swift connection of Hernandez-Nunez to both shootings. The robust partnership expedited the investigative process, underscoring the efficacy of inter-agency cooperation for resolving critical incidents. Detective Diego Estrada, leading the investigations, was especially praised for his contributions to the case. Hernandez-Nunez was apprehended and booked at the Ventura County Pre-Trial Detention Facility on the aforementioned charges.
The recently released information further reveals that the apprehension of Hernandez-Nunez was facilitated by the strategic partnership between Oxnard’s police department and the Ventura County Sheriff's Office. Their combined efforts were instrumental in expediting the arrest and ensuring a solid case against the accused. Hernandez-Nunez, already incarcerated, faced supplemental arrest charges by the Violent Crime Unit Investigators for attempted murder.
Authorities are still seeking additional information on these incidents. Detective Estrada can be reached at (805) 385-8291 or via email at [email protected]. Oxnard police also encourage anonymous tips, which can be provided through their website or by contacting Ventura County Crime Stoppers by phone or online.
