NEWS RELEASE:
District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office has filed a civil environmental enforcement action against Guadalupe A. Guzman,... the Lupe and Carmen Guzman Revocable Family Trust, Santa Paula Hay and Grain and Ranches, LLC, and related defendants for alleged unlawful streambed alteration, diversion, grading, and pollution activities on multiple ranch properties near Wheeler Canyon Road east of Santa Paula.
“The allegations in this case describe significant and permanent damage to Ventura County’s natural landscape,” said District Attorney Nasarenko. “According to the complaint, waterways, streambeds, and surrounding habitats were altered in ways that may leave environmental scars for generations. Our office is committed to enforcing California’s environmental protection laws, holding offenders accountable, and forcing bad actors to pay for their alleged natural resources destruction.”
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NEWS RELEASE:
Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that Leonel Galindo Galindo (DOB 03/20/89), of Santa Paula, was sentenced to 22 years in state prison for molesting ...two minor victims. Galindo previously pled guilty June 22, 2026, to eight counts of lewd acts upon a child and admitted the aggravating factor that he took advantage of a position of trust and confidence.
“The defendant relied on silence and fear to shield him from accountability,” said Senior Deputy District Attorney Emily Reber. “But the courage of the survivors proved stronger than both. This sentence reflects their strength and the justice they fought so hard to obtain.”
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NEWS RELEASE:
District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today the filing of felony charges against Yongan Ma (DOB 10/18/81), of Rosemead, California. Ma is charged with conspiracy to commit ...grand theft, conspiracy to commit elder fraud, and grand theft from an elder or dependent adult for his alleged role in an elder fraud scheme against a Thousand Oaks victim.
Anyone who believes they or a loved one has been the victim of a similar scam is encouraged to contact District Attorney Investigator Eric Jensen at (805) 662-1750.
The District Attorney’s Office urges all Ventura County residents, especially seniors, to be on the lookout for these common scam warning signs:
•Urgency: “You must act right now!”
•Secrecy: “Don’t tell anyone!”
•Fear: Threats that you will be arrested, sued, or lose your money if you do not comply.
•Unusual payment methods: Requests for gift cards, cryptocurrency, gold, wire transfers, or cash pickups.
•Isolation: Instructions not to contact your bank, family members, or law enforcement.
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NEWS RELEASE:
Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced that Jalen Amir Yoakum (DOB 08/07/00), of Lancaster, has been sentenced to 46 years in state prison for trafficking, ...exploiting, and abusing a young woman over several months. Yoakum was previously convicted by a jury on June 29, 2026, of human trafficking for sexual exploitation, pimping, pandering by encouragement, corporal injury to a cohabitant, and dissuading a witness by force or threat. Several special allegations and aggravating factors were also found true, including that Yoakum has a prior strike conviction, engaged in violent conduct, targeted a particularly vulnerable victim and involved another person in the commission of the crimes.
“This sentence delivers justice not only for the victim, whose courage exposed the defendant’s exploitation and abuse, but also for every person harmed by his violence,” Senior Deputy District Attorney Rikole Kelly said. “The People are grateful to the Court for recognizing the seriousness of this conduct, the full scope of the danger the defendant has posed, and the need to protect the community from further harm.”
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NEWS RELEASE:
Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that Ray Allen Villanueva III (DOB 10/21/66) of Moorpark, and Jimmy Daniel Coronado (DOB 09/12/81) of Oxnard, have ...been held to answer following a preliminary hearing on July 22, 2026, for allegations they solicited a bribe from a contractor in return for a building permit in the City of Thousand Oaks. Villanueva is a building inspector for the City of Thousand Oaks. Both men are charged with one felony count of bribery.
“The public deserves confidence that building permits are issued based on the law, not personal favors or financial incentives,” said District Attorney Erik Nasarenko. “When local government authority is allegedly used to seek personal benefit, our institutions are undermined and public officials must be held accountable.”
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NEWS RELEASE:
Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that Mathew Gomez (DOB 05/21/86), of Port Hueneme, was sentenced on July 15, 2026, to 22 years in state prison for ...child molestation. Gomez previously pled guilty on June 15, 2026, to three felony counts of forcible lewd acts upon a child, one felony count of unlawful transfer of a firearm, and possession for sale of a controlled substance. Gomez also admitted to the aggravating factor of the victim being particularly vulnerable.
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Join the Ventura County District Attorney's Office at the 2026 County of Ventura Career & Resource Expo!
Meet our prosecutors, investigators, victim advocates, professional staff, ...and more to learn what it's like to serve the community through a career in public service. Whether you're interested in law, investigations, victim services, communications, or administrative support, our team will be there to answer your questions and share current career opportunities.
📅 Wednesday, August 26, 2026
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 County Government Center Courtyard (between the Hall of Administration and the Hall of Justice)
We look forward to meeting you!
District Attorney Erik Nasarenko was proud to present Deputy District Attorney badges today to Miriam Arichea, Rebecca Hoffman, Meighann Mahoney, and Adam Micale.
Receiving a badge is a ...significant milestone, symbolizing the authority and responsibility to uphold justice, serve our community, and ensure the fair application of the law.
Congratulations to each of you on this well-deserved honor!
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