A statement from District Attorney Erik Nasarenko regarding the recent antisemitic vandalism in the City of Ventura.
Anyone who may have witnessed the vandalism or has relevant video, Read moreinformation, or other evidence is urged to contact Ventura Police Detective Daniel Strautman at 805-339-4466.
Today is Suicide Prevention Awareness Day.
September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, encourage connection and remind our communities that support is Read moreavailable.
Survivors of domestic violence face a higher risk of suicidal thoughts and attempts. The trauma of abuse can take a serious toll on mental health, making access to timely, affordable and high quality support especially important.
By speaking openly about suicide and domestic violence, we can help create a community where survivors feel supported, valued and connected to resources that can help them stay safe and well.
If you or someone you know needs immediate support, call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
🚨 GUESS WHAT?? It’s likely a scam!
We hear stories all the time about people being told to withdraw cash, buy gift cards or send cryptocurrency to “pay” a government agent. Read moreThey’re often told to keep it secret.
Here are some major red flags:
💻 A pop-up tells you to call “Microsoft” or another company for help
🤫 The person on the other end demands that you keep the conversation secret
🏛️ A government agency calls and demands immediate payment
🎁 You’re told to pay with gift cards or cryptocurrency
Stop. Don’t send money. Don’t share personal information. Just hang up.
⚖️ Welcome to the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office!
We’re excited to welcome our fall group of post-bar law clerks! Some are returning for another season with us, while Read moreothers are joining the office for the first time. 🎉
We’re glad to have you here and look forward to having you learn alongside our attorneys and staff and get a firsthand look at the work of a DA's office.
🚗 Labor Day Weekend is here. Slow down.
It’s a busy weekend on our roads, with more people traveling to spend time with family and friends.
Please don’t let a few extra Read moreminutes be worth the risk. Slow down, pay attention and give yourself time to get where you’re going safely.
Speeding kills. Make it home.
NEWS RELEASE:
Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko announced today that Ronald Wilson (DOB 10/23/52), of Timnath, Colorado, was remanded into custody without bail after the court Read morefound he violated the terms of his pretrial release in his pending sexual assault case. Wilson is currently charged with 13 felony counts involving four alleged victims. The charges stem from allegations dating back to Wilson’s time as a teacher and wrestling coach at Oxnard High School in the 1990s and as recently as 2016 at Camarillo High School.
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Congratulations and happy retirement to DA Investigator Michael Munn! 🎉
After 39 years in Southern California law enforcement, including the last 10 years with the Ventura County DistrictRead more Attorney’s Office, Michael is beginning his next chapter.
Thank you for your decades of service and dedication.
Accessibility and inclusion were at the heart of the 3rd Annual California Government & Disability Summit.
We were proud to have two outstanding representatives from the Ventura County Read moreDistrict Attorney’s Office presenting at the conference: Supervising Senior Deputy District Attorney Melissa McMurdo and Senior Victim Advocate Kellie Tyndall.
Their presentation, “Ensuring Access to Justice: The Intersection of Disability and Crime Victimization,” focused on recognizing ableism within the criminal justice system and identifying ways to improve access to justice for people with disabilities.
The summit brought together advocates, leaders and organizations from across California for meaningful conversations, new connections and shared ideas, all with a common goal of advancing accessibility and inclusion. ♿️💙
Congratulations to recently retired Senior Prosecutor Michelle Contois on receiving the John J. Meehan Career Achievement Award from the California District Attorneys Association (CDAA)!
TheRead more award was presented by former Ventura County District Attorney and current CDAA CEO Greg Totten at the CDAA Annual Conference in Universal City.
Michelle has dedicated 32 years to serving as a prosecutor with the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office. Her commitment to justice, victims and the people of Ventura County has made a lasting impact throughout her remarkable career.
We are proud to celebrate Michelle and this well-deserved recognition. Congratulations 🎉