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Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that Anthony Casten (DOB 07/26/86), of Moorpark, has been charged with a hate crime for his actions targeting membersRead more of the Masjid Omar Muhammad Mosque in Moorpark. Casten is charged with one felony count of a violation of civil rights and one misdemeanor count of disturbing the peace by challenging to fight. He made his first court appearance for arraignment on October 8, 2026, and pled not guilty to all charges.
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Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that Neil Liam Reb (DOB 11/07/03), of Oak Park, was sentenced to 365 days in Ventura County Jail, over the objection Read moreby prosecutors. Reb previously pled guilty on August 28, 2026, to two counts of felony gross vehicular manslaughter in connection with the deaths of Alejandro and Maria Ramirez. Reb also admitted the special allegation that the crime is a serious felony.
“A one-year county jail sentence for taking the lives of Alejandro and Maria Ramirez is inconsistent with the gross negligence of the crime,” said Chief Deputy District Attorney Paul Nuñez. “The defendant was driving nearly twice the posted speed limit, and two people lost their lives as a result. Our office sought a state prison sentence that reflected the gravity of these crimes and the devastating impact on the victims’ family.”
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Congratulations to Special Assistant District Attorney Chuck Hughes on his retirement!
After 35 years as a prosecutor, including 15 years serving Ventura County, Chuck leaves behind an Read moreindelible mark on our office and the people he has served. His dedication to justice and years of service have made a lasting impact on our community.
Thank you, Chuck, for your many years of commitment and for being an important part of the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office. We wish you all the best in this next chapter and a well-deserved retirement!
Congratulations to Ventura County Public Defender Claudia Bautista on being named one of the 2026 honorees at El Concilio’s 36th Latino Leadership Awards!
We congratulate Claudia on this Read morewell-deserved recognition and celebrate her contributions to Ventura County.
This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’re taking a closer look at the realities of domestic violence and sharing ways we can better support survivors.
Leaving is not always simple or Read moresafe. Instead of asking why someone stays, ask what they may need to safely move forward.
Support. Listen. Believe.
During Mental Illness Awareness Week, we recognize that mental illness can affect anyone, and support can make a difference.
Help and resources are available by calling: 211, 988, 911 or Read moreVentura County Behavioral Health at 1-866-988-2243
A Santa Paula man has been charged with two counts of second-degree murder following a horrific, double-fatal crash in Oxnard that killed Tranquilino Carbrizal Ortiz and Jose Luis Martinez Perez.
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David Mora is accused of driving under the influence of alcohol and traveling more than 100 mph when he allegedly ran a red light at Victoria Avenue and Doris Avenue on September 25, striking two vehicles. The crash ultimately involved eight vehicles and left others injured.
“This was a horrific and entirely preventable crash that claimed two lives and left others injured,” said District Attorney Erik Nasarenko. “Driving under the influence is a deadly choice, and when that choice results in the loss of innocent lives, our office will pursue the strongest charges supported by the evidence.”
Deputy District Attorney Erin Weilbacher of the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office DUI Unit is prosecuting the case.
Mora pleaded not guilty to all charges and remains in custody with bail set at $5 million.
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Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that David Mora (DOB 06/10/97), of Santa Paula, has been charged with two counts of second-degree murder and DUI Read morecharges for the double-fatal traffic crash that killed Tranquilino Carbrizal Ortiz and Jose Luis Martinez Perez. Mora is charged with DUI causing injury and driving with a .08% blood alcohol causing injury. He also faces several special allegations related to crash, including causing bodily injury or death to more than one victim, great bodily injury in commission of a felony, and drunk driving priors.
“This was a horrific and entirely preventable crash that claimed two lives and left others injured,” said District Attorney Erik Nasarenko. “Driving under the influence is a deadly choice, and when that choice results in the loss of innocent lives, our office will pursue the strongest charges supported by the evidence.”
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