On October 10th, a juvenile male was robbed at gunpoint in the City of Camarillo, losing his shoes and other personal property to an armed assailant. The Ventura County Sheriff's Office dispatched multiple units in response after the victim was spotted walking barefoot near 200 Skyway Drive. "Upon deputies’ arrival, they contacted the male juvenile," detailed a report filed by Senior Deputy Frank W. Corona and published on the Ventura County Sheriff's Office community alert platform, Nixle.
Suspect Diego Lopez, 18, from the City of Oxnard, was identified and apprehended following a collaborative effort by Camarillo's Specialized Enforcement Units and Investigation Bureau. Seen driving through Oxnard, Lopez was subjected to a high-risk traffic stop by detectives. The arrest, which occurred "without incident," concluded with the discovery of an unregistered loaded firearm and stolen property in his vehicle. An adult female passenger who accompanied Lopez was later released from the scene, the authorities reported.
Lopez now faces multiple charges, which include robbery, assault with a deadly weapon, child endangerment, and various firearms offenses. According to the Nixle release, he was booked at the Ventura County Sheriff's Office Pre-Trial Detention Facility. Captain Jason Hendren approved the release of a booking photo attached to the statement on Nixle.
The Ventura County Sheriff's Office has expressed gratitude towards the community, whose partnership continues to be invaluable in crime-solving efforts. Clear reminders were shared through the Nixle bulletin, inviting residents to engage with law enforcement via social media and notification services for ongoing updates and alerts. Ventura County Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for information leading to further arrests, emphasizing that callers can remain anonymous and the call is not recorded. For tips, the public can reach out to Crime Stoppers by calling 800-222-TIPS (8477).
